ISL 2023-24: Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC: Preview, Predicted lineup, injury news, H2H, telecast details

Chennaiyin FC will aim to upset Odisha in this ISL clash.

Chennaiyin FC are going to face Odisha FC in their next 2023-24 Indian Super League clash on 3 March at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.

Chennaiyin FC are currently at risk of failing to qualify for the playoffs stage in the league, whereas Odisha FC are leading the points table. In the upcoming match between these two teams, Odisha FC will strive to maintain their strong position in the league, while Chennaiyin FC will aim to produce an upset.

The Stakes 

Chennaiyin FC

Although Owen Coyle’s team has shown promise in certain matches, they have encountered difficulties for the majority of this season, having suffered losses in their last two outings. 

Enjoying the advantage of playing at home, the team aims to cause an upset to Odisha FC. While this will undoubtedly be a significant challenge, emerging victorious would greatly enhance the team’s morale.

Odisha FC

Sergio Lobera’s team currently maintains a strong position in the league, having obtained 35 points from 17 matches, including 10 wins and five draws. The team has demonstrated an exceptional level of performance, showing significant growth over the past few months.

They could also consider assessing their depth of talent and allocating playing time to certain individuals in order to adequately prepare them for forthcoming matches, should the situation demand it.

Injury and Team news

Both teams will be taking the field with a complete squad, as no injury news has been reported concerning any player.

Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 19

Chennaiyin FC Wins: 3

Odisha Wins: 8

Draws: 8

Predicted Lineups

Chennaiyin FC (4-2-3-1)

Debjit Majumder (GK), Sarthak Golui, Ryan Edwards, Lazar Cirkovic, Aakash Sangwan, Ayush Adhikari, Connor Shields, Farukh Choudhary, Rafael Crivellaro, Ninthoi Meetei, Rahim Ali

Odisha FC (4-3-3)

Amrinder Singh (GK), Amey Ranawade, Narender Gahlot, Carlos Delgado, Jerry Larinzuala, Puitea, Lenny Rodrigues, Ahmed Jahouh, Isak Vanlalruetfela, Roy Krishna, Diego Mauricio

Players to Watch 

Rafael Crivellaro (Chennaiyin FC)

Crivellaro has emerged as a standout player for Chennaiyin in this ISL season. The midfielder has generated 24 scoring opportunities across 16 matches, making him the team’s most prolific creator. Additionally, he has contributed three goals during the current ISL campaign. His performance and consistency will be pivotal to Chennaiyin FC in their upcoming clash against Odisha.

Ahmed Jahouh (Odisha FC)

Ahmed Jahouh has been a wall in the Odisha FC midfield. His significant impact as a midfielder has been instrumental in his team’s success. With an impressive tally of 983 successful passes, he has contributed two goals and three assists this season.

Did You Know?

• Odisha FC have become the first team to qualify for the ISL 2023-24 playoffs.
• Roy Krishna, with 11 goals to his name, is the top goal-scorer of ISL 2023-24.
• Rafael Crivellaro is currently leading the charts with five assists.

Telecast

The Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC game kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Live telecast of the fixture will be available on the Sports18 Network (Sports18 1/VH1 channel). Live streaming of the game will be available on the JioCinema app. Viewers from abroad can use OneFootball to stream the game.

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