NorthEast United welcome Jamshedpur FC for first home clash of ISL 2025–26

NorthEast United FC are yet to win a match in ISL 2025-26

The Indian Super League (ISL) action will return to Guwahati after a very long wait as NorthEast United gear up to host Jamshedpur FC in their first home game of the season.

The Highlanders are still in search of their first win while Jamshedpur FC have enjoyed a flawless run in the ISL so far. NorthEast United played out a 1-1 draw in their last game while the Red Miners tasted victory against Inter Kashi.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

It hasn’t been an ideal start for Juan Pedro Benali’s side. They faced a defeat in their first game and have played three back-to-back 1-1 draws in the buildup to this fixture.

The Highlanders return home after a very long delay and will be hopeful to make it count. They are still in hunt of their first win having remained winless in all of their four league stage fixtures so far.

NorthEast United are ranked tenth on the standings with three points to their name.

Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC on the other hand are flying high. They have experienced a splendid start to the ongoing season and have maintained a perfect record so far.

The Red Miners have won all of their four fixtures so far and have looked very confident. Owen Coyle’s side are one of the prime contenders for the title this season and standing neck-to-neck with league leaders Mohun Bagan SG with twelve points in hand.

Team News

The home side are expected to field their best XI but Jairo’s participation still remains a doubt while Jamshedpur FC will miss out on the services of Vincy Barretto who received a red card in the last game.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches played – 20

NorthEast United Wins – 4

Jamshedpur FC Wins – 8

Draws – 8

Predicted Line-up

NorthEast United FC (4-3-3)

Gurmeet; Robin, Zabaco, Asheer, Samte; Andy, Maya, Macarton, Jairo, Jithin; Rinzuala

Jamshedpur FC (4-2-3-1)

Gomes (GK); Pronay, Chaudhari, Eze, Mark Zo; Ritwik, Talal, Tachikawa; Sanan, Messi B, Nikhil 

Players to watchout

Parthib Gogoi (NorthEast United FC)

NorthEast United’s star boy Parthib Gogoi finally found the back of the net in the last game and will be hopeful to build upon his newly found confidence.

Parthib is one of the most dynamic and aggressive forwards in the Highlanders’ set up and has repaid the trust of Juan Pedro Benali time and again.

His speed and ability to react quickly make him an integral part of his side.

Madih Talal (Jamshedpur FC)

Madih Talal has been the best player for Jamshedpur FC. His inclusion in the side has created wonders for the Red Miners. He has helped them secure four wins in as many games with three goal contributions.

Talal is regarded as one of the finest players to have ever graced the league and he has very well lived up to it at Jamshedpur FC.

Did You Know?

• The last two games between the two sides have ended in a draw
• This fixture averages 2.45 goals per game
• Jamshedpur FC have won four matches at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati

Telecast details

The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:00 PM IST at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati where the home crowd is expected to turn up in strong numbers for this crucial clash.

Fans can catch the action live via streaming on FanCode, while the game will also be broadcast on Sony Ten 2.

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