NorthEast United FC vs FC Goa lineups, team news, prediction & preview

Both teams will look to grab three points from the clash.

The Indian Super League (ISL) will resume its proceedings in Guwahati as NorthEast United gear up to renew their ties with FC Goa. The Highlanders have remained undefeated at home in both of their games in 2025, but are still eyeing their first home win since November while FC Goa will look to strengthen their place in the top six.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

NorthEast United FC have certainly been one of the best teams in the ISL so far but could’ve done a lot better. The Highlanders have dropped 14 points from winning position this season and come into this game on the back of a 1-1 draw to Punjab FC.

Juan Pedro Benali’s men have struggled to hold on to their leads and have often fumbled in the later stages of the game. They were the favorites to win their last two games, but just couldn’t stamp their authority and this very well might come back to haunt their playoff credentials. 

FC Goa

FC Goa on the other contrary have been one of the most consistent teams in the league this season. They have recovered well from the hiccups early in the season and have not been an easy side to deal with.

Manolo Marquez has organized a perfectly oiled unit at FC Goa and the results speak for themselves. However, the Gaurs will count upon their flawless record on the road having secured 15 points away from home, the highest by any side.

Injury and Team News

NorthEast United FC: Hamza Regragui remains doubtful.

FC Goa: Borja Herrera is suspended for this game.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 22

NorthEast United Wins – 4

FC Goa Wins – 6

Draws – 12

Predicted Lineups

NorthEast United FC (4-2-3-1) 

Gurmeet Singh (GK); Redeem Tlang, Asheer Akhtar, Michel Zobaco, B Samte; Mohammed Ali Bemmamer, Mayakkannan; Parthib Gogoi, Alaeddine Ajaraie, Jithin MS; Guillermo Fernandes

FC Goa (4-2-3-1)

Hritik Tiwari (GK); Akash Sangwan, Sandesh Jhingan, Nim Dorjee, Boris Singh, Ayush Chhetri, Sahil Tavora, Dejan Drazic, Iker Guarrotxena, Mohammed Yasir; Armando Sadiku

Players to Watch

Redeem Tlang (NorthEast United FC)

Redeem Tlang has rediscovered a new version of himself this season. The winger-turned-full-back has established himself as Juan Pedro Benali’s first choice and most trusted option at the right-back position.

He has made seven tackles and five blocks while winning the majority of his ground and aerial duels in the last two games. Redeem is also known for his blistering pace, dribbling abilities and executive pinpoint tackles.

Armando Sadiku (FC Goa)

Armando Sadiku has been the main man for FC Goa this season. He averages a goal every 94 minutes and has already found the back of the net nine times this season, including a brace against NorthEast United in the reverse fixture.

His physical prowess combined with his trickery and experience at the top makes him a very dangerous opponent to deal with. Additionally, he possesses a really good heading ability and can cause problems from setpieces.

Did You Know?

• NorthEast United FC have created the most number of goal-scoring chances this season (174).
• Both teams have scored 58 goals combined.
• The last between the two sides ended in a 3-3 draw.
• FC Goa have scored in all of their 15 league games so far.

Telecast

The NorthEast United FC vs FC Goa game kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on January 14, 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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