Rajasthan United vs Gokulam Kerala Preview: Predicted Lineups, Team News | IFL 2026-27
Desert Warriors eye first win of new season against Malabarians in Pink City.
Indian Football League action returns to the Pink City of India as the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium in Jaipur is set to host the second matchweek fixtures of the Indian Football League.
Home team Rajasthan United are all set to take on Gokulam Kerala in what is set to be a thrilling contest between two promising teams of the competition.
The Desert Warriors are coming off a 1-0 defeat to Sreenidi Deccan in the opening matchweek fixture. On the other hand, Gokulam Kerala stole a late winner to win the game 3-2 against debutants Samaleswari SC in the last match.
We can expect this to be a thrilling clash. Rajasthan United will leave no stone unturned to make the most of their home advantage and get their first point of the season. On the other hand, Gokulam will give it their all to grab all three points and extend their winning streak to two.
The Stakes
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Rajasthan United
Giuseppe Cristaldi’s side suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sreenidi in the opening game after Nishu Kumar scored in the 66th minute for the Telangana outfit. In the last game, Rajasthan had more possession, but they failed to convert their chance, as they had just one shot on target in the entire match.
Rajasthan has won just once out of nine meetings between these two sides. The Desert Warriors will leave no stone unturned to make the most of their home advantage as Jaipur gears up to host Gokulam.
They have yet to score a goal so far, and all eyes will be on Brazilian forward Diego Mauricio to score the first goal of the season for Rajashan.
Gokulam Kerala
The Malabarians were 2-0 ahead against debutants Samaleswari in just 25 minutes in the opening matchweek fixtures. But two late penalties from the Odisha outfit saw the score get level at 2-2 in 90 minutes, but Crislan had other plans.
The Brazilian went on to score the winner in the dying minutes to win it all for the Malabarians. It has been a positive start so far for Gokulam, who were seconds away from relegation last season. Carlos Eduardo Parreira will be looking forward to going all guns blazing and taking all three points from Jaipur.
Team News
There is no news of any injury concerns from either side, and both coaches will have a fully fit and available side to pick their best eleven.
Head-to-head record
- Total games: 09
- Rajasthan United: 01
- Gokulam Kerala: 06
- Draws: 02
Predicted Lineup
Rajasthan United predicted the XI (4-3-3).
Amrit Gope (GK); Novin Gurung, Shafeel PP, Lalfelkima, Abhishek Ambekar; Aniket Panchal, Lethaolen Khongsai, Pedro Astray; Pranjal Bhumij, Thomyo L. Shimray, Diego Maurício
Gokulam Kerala Predicted XI (4-3-3)
Shibin Raj Kunniyil (GK); Naresh Singh, Mikel Kortazar, Sarthak Golui, Sachu Siby; Ayush Adhikari, Shighil Nambrath, Lalramsanga; Makan Winkle Chote, Crislan, Victor da Silva
Player to watch out for
Amrit Gope (Rajasthan United)
The Jharkhand-born keeper has previously played for Jamshedpur FC in the Durand Cup and the Indian Super League. Standing at 6 feet 2 inches, Gope provides Rajasthan United with a massive presence during defensive set pieces.
He will be up against an elite Gokulam Kerala attack that scored three times in the last game. He possesses incredibly quick reflexes for a tall goalkeeper, and after years of playing as a second-choice keeper, Gope will be keen to establish himself as a first choice for starters.
Ayush Adhikari (Gokulam Kerala)
The highly dynamic 26-year-old central midfielder joined the Malabarians after having previously plied his trade in the top tier with clubs like Chennaiyin FC, Hyderabad FC and SC Delhi.
Adhikari serves as the core tactical link between defence and attack, and Carlos Eduardo Parreira will rely on his press resistance to drag out Rajasthan’s midfielders. Adhikari represents the fluidity and transition spark for Gokulam, and he will be a key player to watch for the Malabarians in the upcoming game.
Telecast Details
Rajasthan United are ready to lock horns against Gokulam on Saturday, 7th November, 2026, from 16:00 IST at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium in Jaipur as both sides will aim for all three points.
The match and the rest of the IFL 2026-27 season will be broadcast live on DD Sports, with live streaming on Waves OTT.
When will Rajasthan United vs Gokulam Kerala take place?
Rajasthan United are ready to lock horns against Gokulam on Saturday, 7th November, 2026, from 16:00 IST at the Vidhyadhar Nagar Stadium in Jaipur.
When & where can I watch Rajasthan United vs Gokulam Kerala?
Rajasthan United vs Gokulam Kerala will be broadcast live on DD Sports, with live streaming on Waves OTT.
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