Chennaiyin FC vs Mohammedan SC: Preview, Predicted Lineup, Injury News, H2H, Telecast Details | ISL 2024-25

Mohammedan SC will look to grab their first win of their season.

Chennaiyin FC will play their first home game at the Marina Arena against a Mohammedan SC side that are yet to register their first win in the Indian Super League (ISL). Owen Coyle’s men are gearing up for a tough challenge considering the problems Mohammedan SC have caused to teams in their previous matches.

The Stakes

Chennaiyin FC

The Marina Machans have had a wonderful start to their 2024-25 ISL campaign, picking up a 3-2 win at the Kalinga Stadium against Odisha FC. Owen Coyle’s side got a small break in fixtures to recoup themselves before they play their first game at home, looking to continue their positive start to the season.

Mohammedan SC

Mohammedan Sporting Club on the other hand have started their maiden ISL journey with a 1-0 loss against Northeast United and a 1-1 draw against FC Goa. The Black and White Brigade had their hearts broken on both occasions, conceding goals in injury time. Mohammedan SC have impressed with their passing football along with their quick transitions in attack.

Injury and Team News

Both Chennaiyin FC and Mohammedan SC go into the game without any injury concerns. Goalkeeper Mohammad Nawaz could start for the Marina Machans as he has returned to full-fledged training with the squad.

Head-to-Head

This is the first time that Chennaiyin FC and Mohammedan SC will be facing each other in ISL.

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Predicted Lineups

Chennaiyin FC (4-2-3-1)

Mohammad Nawaz; Mandar Rao Dessai, Ryan Edwards, PC Laldinpuia, Laldinliana Renthlei; Elsinho Diaz, Lalrinliana Hnamte; Connor Shields, Farukh Choudhary, Irfan Yadwad; Daniel Chima Chukwu

Mohammedan SC (4-3-3)

Padam Chhetri; Zodingliana Ralte, Joseph Adjei, Gaurav Bora; Vanlalzuidika Chhakchhuak; Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Mirjalol Kasimov, Alexis Gomez; Makan Chote, Lalremsanga Fanai, Carlos Freries

Players to Watch

Connor Shields (Chennaiyin FC)

The Scotsman has been a fixture of the Chennaiyin FC lineup since last season. The box-to-box midfielder gave the crucial assist for Chennaiyin’s first goal against Odisha FC and given his influence within the team, Shields will certainly be the first name on the team sheet once again.

Alexis Gomez (Mohammedan SC)

The 24-year-old has been the best player for Mohammedan SC in their first two ISL games this season. Gomez scored in the 1-1 draw against FC Goa and will once again be the creator-in-chief as the Kolkata-based side lock horns against Chennaiyin FC

Did You Know?

• I-League champions Mohammedan SC became the second club to be promoted to the Indian Super League after Punjab FC last season.
• Chennaiyin FC have won three of their last four games at the Marina Arena.
• Mohammedan SC conceded goals in the 90+4th minute against both Northeast United and FC Goa.
• Chennaiyin FC have not won their first game at home since their 2-1 win over the Kerala Blasters in 2014. 

Telecast

The Chennaiyin FC vs Mohammedan SC match will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai on Thursday (26th September 2024).

The game will kick off at 7:30 pm IST. The match will be shown live on Sports 18 and it will also be streamed online on Jio Cinema. International viewers can also watch the game on One Football App.

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