ISL 2023-24: Jamshedpur FC set to face fierce hosts FC Goa

Jamshedpur FC have won only one game in ISL so far this season.

FC Goa is set to face Jamshedpur FC in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) match following the international break. As the action returns to Goa after a long gap of nearly two months, the Gaurs are preparing to rewrite their head-to-head record against the Red Miners and grab a crucial victory.

With both clubs looking to climb the standings, FC Goa is motivated to take advantage of playing at home and climb to the first position in the points table, while Jamshedpur FC hopes to secure a major away win. Thus, football fans are eager to see these two formidable teams square off in the next ISL match at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda, Goa on November 27.

The Stakes

FC Goa

FC Goa have their best start to the on-going 2023-24 Indian Super League season. FC Goa have won four of their five matches and secured a draw. The Gaurs are still unbeaten at the ISL this season as they have already bagged 13 points from five matches, so from here on they will look forward to maintaining their unbeaten streak.

The Gaurs defeated Punjab FC 1-0 in their first encounter before pulling off an incredible 3- 2 comeback victory over Sergio Lobera's Odisha FC. Therefore, Manolo Marquez's team will be attempting to hold onto its top-of-the-table position as the league approaches halfway through. They are well aware of how important it is to win at home in order to preserve their prospects of making to the playoffs.

Jamshedpur FC

Scott Cooper of Jamshedpur FC is still searching for their best-desired outcome as the team has only won one of their six games this season. Despite their best efforts in every game, they have fallen behind in scoring goals, which has caused them to lose three points in most of the matches they played this season.

Before the international break, Jamshedpur FC lost 3-2 against Juan Ferrando's Mohun Bagan Super Giants and also lost against the Highlanders with a one-goal deficit. The Men of Steel will thus head into their forthcoming road game looking for three points in order to move up the points table and qualify for the top six spots in the playoffs.

Injury & Team News

It is anticipated that Jamshedpur FC will put out a completely fit roster. Also, FC Goa will most likely have all their players available before they square off against the Red Miners after a long International break.

Head-to-Head

In a total of 17 matches played between the two sides, FC Goa has won 9 games.

Predicted Lineups

FC Goa: (4-2-3-1)

Arshdeep Singh (GK), Seriton Fernandes, Odei Onaindia, Sandesh Jhingan, Jay Gupta, Raynier Fernandes, Carl McHugh, Udanta Singh, Victor Rodriguez, Brandon Fernandes, Noah Sadaoui

Jamshedpur FC: (4-3-3)

TP Rehenesh (GK), PC Laldinpuia, ELSinho, Pratik Chaudhuri, Imran Khan, Nikhil Barla, Alen Stevanovic, Rei Tachikawa, Jitendra Singh, Mohammed Sanan, Daniel Chima Chukwu

Players to watch

Noah Sadaoui (FC Goa)

Noah Sadaoui, the goan midfielder had already scored eight goals so far in the current season for FC Goa. He has appeared in three of their five matches in ISL, starting in two of them and making one substitution. Sadaoui last appeared in the league on November 5th, when Goa defeated Chennaiyin 3-0. With 8 goals thus far this season, he is the team's leading goal scorer leaving behind Carlos Martinez, Rowllin Borges and Victor Rodriguez. To begin the season, he scored two goals in a 3-2 win against Odisha on October 7.

He might be an important player for FC Goa in terms of scoring against the Red Miners, as Manolo Marquez's team will be anticipating to win three points at their fortress after a long international break.

ElSinho (Jamshedpur FC)

ElSinho has been the cornerstone of Jamshedpur FC's unwavering defence since the start of this season, exhibiting defensive skills unmatched in the current Indian Super League. With a succession of successful tackles and interceptions that have made an enduring impression on the league, the towering key defender has established himself as the exceptional force in halting rival advances towards the goal.

ElSinho's powerful presence proves to be a crucial differentiator as the club prepares to take on FC Goa, stopping the relentless Goan attacking prowess. ElSinho is a powerful barrier with an extraordinary ability to read the game and a determination that defies his opponents. He will be a key player to lead Jamshedpur FC's defensive charge.

Did you know?

• FC Goa will be playing at their fortress after a long gap of 51 days.
• Jamshedpur FC have won possession in the defensive third 33 times per game in the ongoing Indian Super League season, the highest of all teams.
• FC Goa's Victor Rodriguez has two assists in the last five games.

Telecast

The FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC game kicks off at 8:00 PM IST, at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, Goa on 27 November. Live telecast of the fixture will be available on Sports18 Network (Sports18 1/VH1 Channel). Live streaming of the game will be available on the Jio Cinema app. Viewers from abroad can use OneFootball to stream the game.