Mohammedan SC vs Punjab FC lineups, team news, prediction and preview

Mohammedan SC will finish at the bottom of the league standings in their debut ISL season.

The Shers of the Indian Super League, Punjab FC, who are currently placed tenth in the league table, will be taking on a low-lying Mohammedan SC at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Monday evening.

Since this is the last game of the season and the regular season is almost over, both teams will be eager to focus more on their own future paths. In their debut ISL season, Mohammedan SC will gain their fair share of knowledge about the dos and don’ts, while the Shers will be keen to determine what went wrong after getting off to a flying start back in September when the season began.

The Stakes

Mohammedan SC

The Black Panthers are playing for pride and will be keen to take away whatever they can from their tie against the Shers at their home ground on Monday evening. With this being the final game of the season, the club will have the opportunity to give a good account of themselves against a team stronger than their tactical acumen.

Andrey Chernyshov will be keen to try his luck and get at least a point, unlike last time when the visitors registered a comfortable 2-0 victory at their home, even if Mohammedan SC is anticipated to present a formidable team. Even on foreign soil, they put in a commendable effort but failed to yield the most out of it.

Punjab FC

Without a doubt, Punjab FC wants to address the issues from its most recent performance. The games, which were characterized by poor finishing and defensive errors, ended in a sad conclusion. The Shers are intent on gaining a vital win in order to get back on track as they get ready to play Mohammedan SC.Punjab FC, who currently lie in tenth place in the league standings, will be eager to salvage three points from their season-ending match. For the Shers, the season has been a story of shifting fortunes. They have been playing inconsistently since their strong run in the early part of the season when they shot to the top 6.

Injury and Team News

The Black Panthers will be missing the service of Mohammed Kadiri, who was ruled out for the season after suffering a collateral ligament tear injury. On the contrary, the Shers are expected to have a fully fit and healthy roster available for selection.

Head-to-Head

Total matches played – 1

Mohammedan SC won – 0

Punjab FC won – 1

Draws – 0

Predicted lineups

Mohammedan SC (4-3-3)

Coach: Andrey Chernyshov

Padam Chhetri (GK), Vanlalzuidika Chhakchhuak, Joseph Adjei, Gaurav Bora, Joe Zoherliana, Mohammed Irshad, Makan Chothe, Alexis Gomez, Lalremsanga Fanai, Bikash Singh, Carlos Franca

Punjab FC (4-2-3-1)

Coach: Panagiotis Dilmperis

Ravi Kumar (GK), Khaiminthang Lhungdim, Suresh Meitei, Ivan Novoselec, Abhishek Singh, Nikhil Prabhu, Filip Mrzljak, Muhammad Suhail, Ezequiel Vidal, Nihal Sudeesh, Luka Majcen

Players to watch out for

Alexis Gomez (Mohammedan SC)

In an extremely challenging season, the Argentine trequartista has been Mohammedan SC’s lone bright spot. Alexis Gomez has kept his spot and had good performances, while the rest of the team has struggled to produce exciting performances.The 24-year-old is known for his ball-playing skills, vision, and ingenuity. Gomez has contributed a goal and an assist in 23 games this season. He is in charge of directing the midfield, and the Shers’ defense may face a difficult game due to his well-tuned precision and vision.

Nikhil Prabhu (Punjab FC)

Nikhil Prabhu has developed as a vital player for Punjab FC, with outstanding defensive abilities throughout the season. His 56 interceptions lead all defenders in the league, demonstrating his ability to read the game and disrupt opposing attacks. Furthermore, his domination in duels (106 wins and 78 recoveries) demonstrates his ability to retrieve possession.Aside from his defensive duties, Nikhil Prabhu has demonstrated an ability to contribute to the team’s attacking third by creating seven scoring opportunities. His leadership abilities have also been demonstrated, notably in his role as captain in recent games, cementing his position as an important player for Punjab FC.

Did you know?

• Mohammedan SC have scored 2 goals in their last 5 matches.
• Mohammedan SC have been awarded six penalties this season, the most to any team.
• They haven’t scored in their last three matches.
• Punjab FC have scored 6 goals in their last 5 matches.
• They haven’t been able to keep a clean sheet in their last 14 games.

Telecast

The Mohammedan SC vs Punjab FC game kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on March 10, 2025. Live telecast of the fixture will be available on Sports18 Network (Sports18 1/VH1 Channel). 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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