Punjab FC vs Mohammedan SC, Indian Super League 2026, Today Match Prediction

Punjab FC vs Mohammedan SC Match Prediction & Analysis

A confident Punjab FC, riding high after an impressive away victory, will host a struggling Mohammedan SC on April 3 at 7:30 PM as the ISL resumes after the international break. 

While Punjab look to build on their momentum, Mohammedan, coming off a nightmare outing in the ‘mini’ Kolkata derby, will be desperate to bounce back and restore some confidence with a strong performance on Friday.

Current Standings: Punjab FC are placed seventh in the points table with eight points, while Mohammedan are languishing at the bottom of the table, still searching for their first point.

Head-to-head Record: Punjab remain unbeaten against Mohammedan in the ISL, with one win and one draw from their two encounters. 

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Punjab FC Preview

The Shers picked up right where they left off after their 2-0 win over Bengaluru, securing another impressive result in Kerala. Although they conceded once, they struck three times in a dominant first half, with goals from Samit Zeljkovic, Bede Amarachi Osuji, and Dani Ramirez. 

The win marked Punjab’s third consecutive victory in Kochi, making them only the second team in the league to achieve that feat.

They managed this despite missing Effiong Nsungusi, who was suspended following his red card against Goa, though he is expected to return for the next game unless they extend the suspension to more than one game. 

Meanwhile, head coach Staikos Vergetis also shuffled his lineup, with Bede Osuji stepping in for Effiong, while Pramveer Singh and Muhammad Suhail replaced Santos and Leon Augustine.

Punjab FC Probable XI - Arshdeep Singh (GK); Khaiminthang Lhungdim, Bijoy Varghese, Suresh Meitei, Muhammed Uvais, Vinit Rai, Samir Zeljković, Dani Ramírez, Ninthoinganba Meetei, Bede Osuji, Effiong Nsungusi.  

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Their last ISL outing was nothing short of disastrous—a crushing 7–0 defeat in the Kolkata derby against East Bengal, with three of those goals coming from penalties. 

The humiliation didn’t just sting in the moment; it pushed them into the record books for all the wrong reasons—both the biggest defeat in Kolkata derby history and one of the heaviest losses ever in the ISL.

To make matters worse, Joseph Lalmuanawna’s red card means he will miss the next game, further weakening an already struggling side. 

The defeat also extended Mohammedan’s losing run to five out of five, with their attacking woes glaringly evident with just two goals scored all campaign.

Mohammedan SC Probable XI : P. Chettri (GK); Juwel Muzumder , Gaurav Bora, Pukhrambam Meitei, Sajad, Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Ragui, Mahitosh Roy, Lalthankima, Lalngaihsaka, Thokchom Adison Singh.  

PUNJAB FC vs MOHAMMEDAN SC
Winning Prediction

Punjab FC have dominated this fixture in recent meetings, winning 2-0 the last time they met and following it up with a 3-0 victory in the Super Cup. Given Mohammedan SC’s struggles this season, a similar outcome wouldn’t be surprising. However, Punjab’s lack of a home win this campaign does leave a small window of hope for Mohammedan to possibly snatch a point.

The bookmakers are firmly backing the hosts, with Punjab heavily favoured at 1.13, while Mohammedan are seen as long shots at 19.00, and a draw stands at 7.00. 

Punjab FC to win (3-0)

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