ISL 2023-24: East Bengal vs Hyderabad FC Live Updates

7:30 PM: Hello everyone and welcome to Khel Now’s LIVE COVERAGE of the East Bengal vs Hyderabad FC match in the Indian Super League (ISL 2023-24). The kick-off is just 30 minutes away! I am your host Aishwarya Chakraborty and will keep you company through what promises a fascinating evening of football. Please wait for 30 Seconds for the Live blog to load.

ISL 2023-24: East Bengal vs Hyderabad FC - Build-up

East Bengal and Hyderabad FC will both aim to get their first win of the 2023-24 Indian Super League (ISL) campaign when they lock horns at the Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata on Saturday (September 30).

The Red & Gold Brigade started their campaign with a frustrating goalless draw and are hoping to thrill their fans with more exciting attacking football this time around. Hyderabad FC, who are undergoing a major rebuild after the departure of Manolo Marquez, look to get their campaign kick-started with a positive result.

The Red & Gold Brigade failed to really hit top gear in their opening game against Jamshedpur FC, failing to breach their backline. With some intimidating challenges against potential title challengers up ahead, Carles Cuadrat’s side desperately needs a win under their belt to gain the necessary momentum.

Another draw or loss against a shaky Hyderabad FC squad, however, can be really damning for East Bengal. It could not only drop the confidence level among the fans, but also bring more pressure on the players which can impact their future performances.

The Nizams have had a difficult transition from the Manolo Marquez era and have been troubled ever since he departed the club. There are a few controversies surrounding Hyderabad FC too, and a lot of uncertainty over how they can compete in the ISL this season.

That is why this could be a perfect opportunity for Hyderabad to silence their doubters. With experienced Indian maestro Thangoi Singto at the helm, accompanied by Conor Nestor, they’d like to use their talented Indian core and skilled foreigners to stun East Bengal and deal them their first loss of the campaign.