NorthEast United FC aim to build momentum, as Odisha FC chase first win in ISL 2025-26

NorthEast United set to welcome Odisha at home.

After a thumping win in their first home game, NorthEast United will welcome Odisha FC for their next Indian Super League 2025-26 game.

The Highlanders are flying high, having pulled off a memorable win in their last outing and will be hopeful of replicating their heroics. Meanwhile, Odisha FC are still searching for their first win after three games. Both teams find themselves in the middle of the table and will be hoping to improve their positions after this game.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

The Highlanders will arrive in this game with a lot of confidence having defeated Jamshedpur FC in the last game. They pulled off a hard-fought, 2-1 win against the Red Miners and sent a message of intent across the league about how capable they are. Juan Pedro Benali’s side wrapped up three points with just one foreigner on the pitch and will be looking to do the same come Friday. They are currently placed seventh in the standings with six points.

Odisha FC

Odisha FC, on the other hand have not had a great season so far. A couple of their games have already been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances, and they are still eyeing their first win of the season. The Juggernauts have played out two draws and have faced one defeat in three matches so far. They are positioned at the eleventh spot on the table with just two points to their name. 

Injury and Team News

No injury concerns have been reported so far and therefore both teams are expected to filed their best playing XI for this match.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 25

NorthEast United FC Wins – 8

Odisha FC Wins – 11

Draws – 6

Predicted Line-up

NorthEast United FC (4-3-3) 

Gurmeet; Robin, Zabaco, Asheer, Samte; Andy, Maya, Macarton, Jairo, Jithin; Rinzuala

Odisha FC (4-4-2)

Amrinder (GK), Vanlalzuidika, Thoiba, Delgado, Savior, Rohit, Puitea, Rahul, Isak, Suhair, Rahim

Players to watchout

Andy Rodriguez (NorthEast United FC)

Andy Rogriguez stole the show for NorthEast United as they beat Jamshedpur FC in their first home game. The Spaniard was undoubtedly the best player on the pitch. He scored the opening direct through a freekick and they unleashed a screamer from outside the box. His vision, awareness and ability to control the game have proved to be the difference for the Highlanders.

Rahim Ali (Odisha FC)

Rahim Ali has done really well while leading the line for Odisha FC this season. The forward found the back of the net against a mighty Mohun Bagan in the last game and displayed his resilience and fighting spirit. Rahim’s pace and ability to score goals will come in very handy for Odisha FC moving forward.

Did You Know?

• This fixture averages 2.92 goals per game
• Eighteen goals have been scored in just the last four matches between the two sides
• NorthEast United have won three of their last five games against Odisha FC

Telecast

The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:00 PM IST at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati where the home crowd is expected to turn up in strong numbers for this crucial clash. Fans can catch the action live via streaming on FanCode, while the game will also be broadcast on Sony Ten 2.

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