Mohun Bagan vs NorthEast United FC Preview, Predicted lineup, injury news, H2H, telecast details | ISL 2024-25

Mohun Bagan will be desperate to grab all three points against the Highlanders.

The Indian Super League (ISL) action returns to the iconic Salt Lake Stadium with a replay of the latest Durand Cup final between Mohun Bagan and NorthEast United FC. The match is scheduled for a Monday evening kickoff in front of a jam-packed crowd.

Mohun Bagan will be keen to get their first win on the board while the Highlanders will want their luck to continue in the City of Joy. It’s a battle between two of the most promising sides in the league this season and it remains to be seen who comes out on top.

The Stakes

Mohun Bagan

The Mariners have not had a great start to their 2024-25 ISL campaign. They struck two past Mumbai City FC in the first half of their opening game before conceding two goals in the final stages of the matches.

Jose Molina’s men will be raging in fire when they take to the field against NorthEast United and will want to come to settle scores for the heartbreak in the Durand Cup final.

NorthEast United FC

The Highlanders on the contrary are flying high with their newly found confidence. NorthEast United kicked off their season with a hard-fought 0-1 win over Mohammedan Sporting Club in Kolkata last Monday.

It was their second back-to-back win in Kolkata having won the final of the Durand Cup in August. Juan Pedro Benali’s side will be keen to continue their good run of form.

Injury and Team News

Alberto Rodriguez remains doubtful for Mohun Bagan while NorthEast United are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 11

Mohun Bagan Wins – 7

NorthEast United FC Wins – 3

Draws -1

Predicted Line-up

Mohun Bagan (3-5-2)

Vishal (GK); Asish, Tom, Dipendu; Manvir, Thapa, Greg, Deepak, Bose; Petratos, Jason

NorthEast United FC (4-2-3-1)

Gurmeet (GK); Dinesh, Asheer, Zobaco, Samte; Bemammer, Mayakkannan; Parthib, Nestor, Jithin, Ajaraie

Players to watch

Jason Cummings (Mohun Bagan)

The Australian target man loves playing against NorthEast United. He has found the back of the net every time he has played against the Highlanders.

With three goals and an assist in three games, Cummings had a phenomenal record against NorthEast United. He will be keen to add more goals and assists to his tally come Monday.

Alaeddine Ajaraie (NorthEast United FC)

Alaeddine became Northeast United FC’s hero in the Durand Cup final against Mohun Bagan. He helped his side script an iconic comeback with a goal and an assist against the Mariners.

Moreover, he came on in the second half and scored the winning goal for NorthEast United in their season opener against Mohammedan SC. Expect him to be at the top of his game in the upcoming games.

Did You Know?

• NorthEast United FC defeated Mohun Bagan in the 2024 Durand Cup final.
• NorthEast United’s win over Mohammedan SC was only their second win on a Monday since their inception.
• Mohun Bagan completed the double over the Highlanders last season.

Telecast

The Mohun Bagan vs NorthEast United FC clash will take place at the Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata on Monday (23 September). It will kick off at 7:30 PM IST. The match will be shown live on Sports 18 and be streamed online on Jio Cinema. International viewers can also watch the game on the OneFootball app.

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