NEUFC’s Bold Redemption Quest: Tense Showdown with Mohun Bagan in Thrilling ISL Battle | Guwahati News

Kolkata: NorthEast United FC (NEUFC) and Mohun Bagan Super Giants are set to face off again in the Indian Super League (ISL) return leg at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium. This marks their third encounter this year, with NEUFC winning the Durand Cup final and Mohun Bagan securing victory in the ISL first leg. NEUFC’s head coach, Juan Pedro Benali, dismisses notions of revenge, emphasizing that each match is unique. Despite a controversial goal in their previous ISL clash, Benali stresses minimizing mistakes to win.

NEUFC faces a challenge as they play without their injured captain Michel Zabaco, placing extra defensive responsibility on Asheer Akhtar. Akhtar remains unfazed, citing squad depth as a solution to such setbacks. The sixth-placed team will need to counteract Mohun Bagan’s in-form players like Jason Cummings, Dimitri Petratos, and Liston Colaco, who has scored eight goals against them.

NEUFC aims to rebound from a recent loss to East Bengal and will rely on striker Alaadaene Ajaraie to end his scoring drought. Benali acknowledges the strength of Mohun Bagan but asserts that his team is prepared to give their all on the field.

On the other side, Mohun Bagan coach Jose Molina declares his team ready for the challenge, focused on a comprehensive game plan designed to tackle NEUFC’s strengths and win the match. They aim to match league leaders Bengaluru FC in points.

As both teams prepare for an intense clash, this fixture promises to be a thrilling encounter in the ISL battle, with high stakes and competitive spirits on display.

Original Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/guwahati/neufc-seeks-redemption-against-mohun-bagan-in-isl-showdown/articleshow/116084956.cms
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Publish Date: 2024-12-07 23:35:00