Bengaluru FC vs Chennaiyin FC Preview: Predicted Lineups, Team News | ISL 2026-27
The Marina Machans have not won at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium since 2018.
The second matchweek of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season will see Southern rivals Bengaluru FC and Chennaiyin FC square up and the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Saturday.
With bragging rights on the line for both sets of supporters, tempers usually flare in this fixture.
The Stakes
Catch Every Update, Anytime, Anywhere
Bengaluru FC
The Blues started their ISL 2026-27 campaign with a 3-2 win against Delhi SC in front of their home crowd. Bengaluru FC trailed 2-1 at half-time, but they came out with a better game plan in the second half and eventually won with a Menno Koch goal in the 89th minute.
Pep Muñoz’s side played an attacking brand of football, taking 27 shots. However, their defence seemed frail at times, and they’ll need to work on it to finish in the top six by the end of the season.
Chennaiyin FC
The Marina Machans drew 1-1 with FC Goa in their season opener. Clifford Miranda’s side started the game slowly and came to life in the second half. While they had more possession, one thing that CFC lacked was the fact that they didn’t create enough chances.
Yes, Irfan Yadwad did score a wonder goal, but apart from that, Chennaiyin FC didn’t create enough chances for Ramon Tanque and were not pushing a lot of people forward in attack. They will have to sharpen their attack if they want to seize one of the playoff spots this season.
Team News
Glan Martins was substituted early against FC Goa, and his availability is in question for Chennaiyin FC’s upcoming game.
Bengaluru FC, on the other hand, has a fully fit squad at Pep Munoz’s behest.
Head-to-Head Record
Games played – 18
Won by Bengaluru FC – 11
Won by Chennaiyin FC – 4
Draws – 3
Predicted Lineup
Bengaluru FC (4-3-3)
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK), Naorem Roshan Singh, Chinglensana Singh, Menno Koch, Shivaldo Singh, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Borja Martinez, Ashique Kuruniyan, Ryan Williams, Mihailo Perovic
Chennaiyin FC (4-2-3-1)
Mohammad Nawaz (GK), Muhammed Saheef, Emmanuel Imanishimwe, Nuno Reis, Namgyal Bhutia, Ayush Chhetri, Lalhriatpuia, Nikola Stojanovic, Brison Fernandes, Irfan Yadwad, Ramon Tanque
Player to Watch
Ryan Williams (Bengaluru FC)
Ryan Williams has a fabulous record against Chennaiyin FC. The Indian international has scored four goals in his last four matches against Chennaiyin. Ryan looked sharp against SC Delhi and also registered an assist against his name.
Playing in front of the Bengaluru faithful, expect the 32-year-old to have a spring in his step against BFC’s arch-rivals.
Nikola Stojanovic (Chennaiyin FC)
While Nikola Stojanovic had an ordinary game against FC Goa in Chennaiyin FC’s ISL opener, the box-to-box midfielder did show glimpses of what he can enable for his forwards. Nikola also had a great preseason, scoring in friendly games leading up to the season.
With BFC’s defence not at its best, Nikola might be the trump card for Chennaiyin FC.
Did you Know?
- Chennaiyin FC have not won at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium since 2018
- Bengaluru FC have won their last four matches against the Marina Machans
- Chennaiyin FC won their second ISL title at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium
Telecast Details
The ISL 2026-27 match between Bengaluru FC and Chennaiyin FC will take place at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday, 17th October 2026.
The match will kick off at 7:30 PM IST. It will be live-streamed on the Indian Super League’s Youtube Channel and Sony LIV. You can also watch the match on TV on the Sony Sports Network.
For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Whatsapp & Telegram.