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

The fixture will have huge implications in the race for the final ISL playoff spot.

Chennaiyin FC and Jamshedpur FC will lock horns in the upcoming ISL 2023-24 contest on 4 April 2024 at the JLN Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Both teams are candidates for the final 2023-24 ISL playoff spot, and three points will give them a huge advantage in realising their seasonal objective.

Making the top-six will be a huge achievement for either Chennaiyin FC or Jamshedpur FC due to the inconsistent performances throughout the season. Owen Coyle and Khalid Jamil will be working overtime to ready their troops for the intense challenge that awaits them on Thursday.

Here is what to watch out for from the season-defining fixture:

The Stakes

Chennaiyin FC

Chennaiyin FC have given themselves a chance at making the top-six after stellar performances against Odisha FC and Mohun Bagan. Defeating both of the clubs, who are strong ISL Shield contenders was a marvellous feat. The side has three matches left to play, one extra over their nearest competitor for the playoff spot, which puts them in an advantageous position.

Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC must avoid defeat at all costs as it will lead to them being leapfrogged by Chennaiyin FC in the race for the playoffs. A loss will lead to a turn of six points, three lost and trailing by three, where CFC will lead them with only one game left to play for the Men of Steel. For this reason, it becomes a do-or-die contest for Khalid Jamil’s men.

Injury & Team News

For Jamshedpur FC, there are doubts over Elsinho’s fitness but Daniel Chima Chukwu will be available for selection after serving a one-match suspension.

Head to Head

Total Matches Played – 13

Chennaiyin FC wins – 5

Jamshedpur FC wins – 3

Draws – 5

Predicted Lineups

Chennaiyin FC (4-3-1-2)

Debjit Majumder (GK), Ankit Mukherjee, Bikash Yumnam, Ryan Edwards, Aakash Sangwan, Vincy Barretto, Ayush Adhikari, Connor Shields, Rafael Crivellaro, Farukh Choudhary, Jordan Murray

Jamshedpur FC (4-3-3)

Rehenesh TP (GK), Nikhil Barla, Pratik Chaudhari, PC Laldinpuia, Muhammed Uvais, Rei Tachikawa, Jeremy Manzorro, Imran Khan, Mohammed Sanan, Javier Siverio, Daniel Chima Chukwu

Players to Watch

Debjit Majumder (Chennaiyin FC)

Debjit Majumder made an astonishing 12 saves against Mohun Bagan in the previous contest. Out of those, six were from inside the box. The custodian will play a key role in limiting Jamshedpur FC and allowing the attackers to perform their duties with confidence.

Jeremy Manzorro (Jamshedpur FC)

Jeremy Manzorro has been an impact player in his debut ISL campaign. He performed well in the draw against Kerala Blasters in the last game too, having 89 touches of the ball and delivering 10 long balls. Khalid Jamil will rely on Manzorro’s distribution to break down the Chennaiyin FC defence.

Did You Know?

• Owen Coyle has managed both Jamshedpur FC and Chennaiyin FC in the ISL.
• Rafael Crivellaro played 13 matches in the ISL for Jamshedpur FC last season before rejoining Chennaiyin FC.
• Khalid Jamil is an AFC Pro License holder.

Telecast

The Chennaiyin FC vs Jamshedpur FC game kicks off at 07:30 PM (IST), at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai on April 4, 2024. The live telecast will be available on the Sports18 Network (Sports18 1/VH1 channel) and the 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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