FC Bengaluru United vs Mohammedan SC Preview: Predicted Lineups, Team News | IFL 2026-27
Both sides look to secure their first win to start the season
FC Bengaluru United will host Mohammedan Sporting Club at the Bangalore Football Stadium on Friday, November 6, as both sides look to register their first points of the 2026–27 Indian Football League campaign.
The fixture will see two teams coming into the contest after narrow defeats in their respective opening matches, making the encounter an important early test for both sides.
Mohammedan SC currently occupies eighth place in the league standings, while FC Bengaluru United is ninth, with both teams sitting on zero points after the first gameweek of the IFL 2026-27 season.
With neither side having found the back of the net in their opening fixtures, this fixture also presents an opportunity to get their attacking campaigns underway.
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FC Bengaluru United
FC Bengaluru United will head into the fixture looking to carry their attacking momentum into the IFL. Although they suffered a heartbreaking 1–0 defeat against Dempo SC in their IFL debut, conceding an eighth-minute stoppage-time winner, the Bengaluru-based side bounced back in their next fixture against FC Agniputhra, securing a commanding 5–0 victory.
The result will provide a timely confidence boost for the squad, particularly after their encouraging defensive display against Dempo failed to translate into points. They will now hope to replicate that attacking fluency against Mohammedan SC and turn their improved form into their first points of the IFL campaign.
Playing at the Bangalore Football Stadium will offer FCBU an opportunity to make their home advantage count.
Mohammedan SC
Mohammedan SC also head into the fixture looking to recover from an opening-day defeat, having lost 1–0 to Shillong Lajong FC. The Kolkata-based side were unable to find an equaliser after conceding, leaving them without a point from their first outing of the campaign.
Having returned to the IFL following their season in the Indian Super League, Mohammedan will be keen to make a strong impression and establish themselves as promotion contenders. Dropping points in consecutive fixtures would put them under early pressure, making the trip to Bengaluru particularly important.
Team News
Adison Singh will be unavailable for Mohammedan SC, while FC Bengaluru United has a fully fit squad available for this fixture.
Head-to-head record
- Total Matches Played: 2
- FC Bengaluru United wins: 1
- Mohammedan SC wins: 1
- Draws: 0
Predicted line-up
FC Bengaluru United
Manjunath (GK), Vijay Marandi, Daniel, Ngangbam Naocha, Vinil Poojary, Chunsaba, Maikol, Dhruv Sharma, Ribhav Sardesai, Lalramdinsanga, Marat Tareck
Mohammedan SC
Nikhil Deka (GK), Joseph, Juwel, Dinesh, Hira Mondal, Tangva, Mahitosh Roy, Fardin, Israfil, Sanga, Shiba
Player to watch out for
Ribhav Sardesai – FC Bengaluru United
Ribhav Sardesai will be an important figure for FC Bengaluru United as they look to bounce back from their opening-day defeat. The midfielder, who is also one of the captains for the Bengaluru side, played the full 90 minutes against Dempo SC and was instrumental in maintaining Bengaluru’s shape in the midfield.
His ability to maintain the tempo, retain possession, and contribute defensively makes him a valuable presence. Against Mohammedan SC, Ribhav Sardesai will be expected to take greater responsibility in progressing the ball and helping Bengaluru transition from defence into attack.
Nikhil Deka – Mohammedan SC
Nikhil Deka will be one of the players to watch for Mohammedan SC as they prepare for their second fixture of the season. The 23-year-old goalkeeper started against Shillong Lajong in their opening match and made some incredible saves and will be looking to provide greater stability between the posts as the Black Panthers search for their first points.
Playing away from home against a Bengaluru side eager to respond to their opening defeat, Nikhil Deka could have an important role to play. His positioning, decision-making and ability to deal with deliveries into the penalty area will be crucial, particularly when Mohammedan are under pressure.
Telecast details
FC Bengaluru United will host Mohammedan SC at the Bengaluru Football Stadium in Bangalore on Friday, November 06th, 2026.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 4:00 PM IST, as both sides will aim for a win in this game to gain momentum from the initial rounds itself.
The match and the rest of the IFL 2026-27 season will be broadcast live on DD Sports, with live streaming on Waves OTT, Zee5, and Unite8 Sports YouTube channels.
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