The Blasters return to action at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi as they gear up for a head-to-head clash against Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
Following a dominant 3-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC, the Blasters will be eager to continue their winning momentum against a formidable Mohun Bagan side.
Team Updates:
Kerala Blasters FC
The Blasters showcased a dominant performance in their recent match against Chennaiyin FC, securing a vital win with goals from Jesus Jimenez, Korou Singh, and Kwame Peprah. Interim Head Coach T.G. Purushothaman praised his players for their execution, emphasizing the need for consistency moving forward. “All credit goes to the players; they implemented our strategies perfectly. We must maintain this momentum,” he stated.
With the squad exhibiting strong attacking skills, the Blasters will aim to leverage their home advantage against a formidable Mohun Bagan team. Milos Drincic led a resilient defensive performance in the last match, and the backline will need to be equally strong to contain the Mariners’ attacking threats. However, the Blasters will have to cope with a significant setback as Noah Sadaoui has been ruled out due to injury.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant
Mohun Bagan SG are coming off an emphatic 3-0 victory over Punjab FC. Head Coach Jose Molina praised his team’s collective effort, highlighting the contributions of his players across all departments.
Despite their impressive form, Mohun Bagan has injury concerns, with key midfielders Sahal Abdul Samad and Anirudh Thapa uncertain for this fixture. Adding to their woes, Greg Stewart will miss the match due to suspension. However, their attacking duo of Jamie Maclaren, Liston Colaco, have been in fine form and will be a major threat to the Blasters’ defense.
KEY PLAYERS TO WATCH (KBFC):
Jesus Jimenez: A key attacking presence, Jimenez’s creativity and finishing ability will be crucial in unlocking Mohun Bagan’s defense.
Kwame Peprah: A powerful forward, Peprah’s movement and strength in the box will test the Mariners’ backline.
Milos Drincic: The defensive leader, Drincic’s ability to organize the backline and make crucial interceptions will be vital against Mohun Bagan’s potent attack.
How to watch and follow the game?
Catch the action live at 7:30 PM IST on JioHotstar, Star Sports-3, Asianet Plus and OneFootball.
