ISL 2022-23 Live Commentary: FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC

7:00 PM: Hello everyone and welcome to Khel Now’s LIVE COVERAGE of the FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC match in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2022-23. The kick-off is just half an hour away! I’m your host Amanul Akhtar, and I’ll be keeping you company through what promises a fascinating evening of football. Please wait for 30 Seconds for the Live blog to load.

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FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC: Build-up

FC Goa will lock horns with last season’s ISL Shield winners Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League 2022-23 match at the Fatorda Stadium on Thursday. Carlos Pena’s men have won two of their opening three matches, while Aidy Boothroyd’s debut stint as head coach of the Red Miners began with a draw, loss and win apiece.

The Gaurs can capitalise on the extra playoffs spot as per the ISL’s revisions. Although their head coach is well versed in the nitty gritty of the League, he must prove his mettle as the tactician to the board. Boothroyd has had a tough start to life in his first season in the League as his side have managed only four points from a possible nine. Eyes will be on both coaches and how the two will manage to counter and break down each other. 

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The Stakes

A narrow but eye-opening loss against Hyderabad FC should provide fuel to Carlos Pena‘s side. FC Goa’s primary aim this season should be the knockouts, given the transitional phase they are in. Moreover, their tactician has mentioned playing for the three points more often than not in his pre-match press conferences. The Gaurs must look to get all three points against the ISL Shield holders and consolidate their standings. Doing so will help them build on their knockout stage aspirations. 

Jamshedpur FC have their fair share of expectations that they need to fulfil especially after their title-winning campaign. The Red Miners have not had the dream start to defending the League Winners’ Shield under the leadership of Aidy Boothroyd. With one draw in their last three games, followed by a narrow win and a loss, the Englishman is yet to find his perfect formula.

The lack of creative output from a team that hasn’t coped up with life after Greg Stewart left is worrying and Boothroyd must start addressing things right away. A win at the Fatorda will see them not only topple Goa, but elevate to the fourth place as well.