Odisha FC vs Hyderabad FC lineups, team news, prediction and preview

Odisha FC will be looking to complete the league double over the Nizams.

Indian Super League (ISL) club Odisha FC will lock horns against Hyderabad FC at the Kalinga Stadium on Friday evening with playoff qualification on their mind. With the season coming to an end and only a few matches remaining, the race for the top six spots are heating up.

With both teams keen to end the season on a high, the game promises to be an exciting affair. The Juggernauts will be coming into this fixture having secured a dominant 6-0 win over this week’s opponents in the reverse fixture.

However, Hyderabad will be keen to get some revenge of their own when they take the pitch at the Kalinga Stadium.

The Stakes

Odisha FC

Odisha only managed to secure a point in their last outing against Punjab FC after going down to 10 men. While they did have good chances of getting points from the match but the Shers pushed them to the limit. The inconsistency among the senior players to step up when their team needs them the most is hurting their chances.

Lobera will be keen to get a result as the Juggernauts face favourable opponents, who they handsomely defeated in November. If they fail to make it to the top six, it will be a huge disappointment for their fans.

Hyderabad FC

The club‘s ambition to climb the Indian Super League table had a very positive sign following their last result against Mohammedan SC. Boasting a talented squad, the Nawabs showed their quality in a statement 3-1 win. While a lack of clinical finishing often leaves them frustrated, the last game will be an encouraging sign for the fans.

The team’s defensive woes have also contributed to their struggles. Individual mistakes and a lack of cohesive unit play have proved costly for the Nawabs. Improved communication and a more disciplined approach among defenders are important as the club looks to finish the season strongly.

Injury and Team News

Rahul KP will be suspended for the upcoming fixtures for the home side. Odisha striker Roy Krishna has also been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a cruciate ligament injury. For the Nizams, all players are fit and will be available for the match.

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Head-to-Head

Games Played: 12

Odisha FC wins: 7

Hyderabad FC wins: 4

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Odisha FC (4-2-3-1):

Amrinder Singh (GK), Amey Ranawade, Carlos Delgado, Thoiba Singh, Jerry Lalrinzuala, Rohit Kumar, Lalthathanga Khawlhring, Jerry Mawihmingthanga, Hugo Boumous, Dorielton Gomes, Diego Mauricio

Hyderabad FC (4-2-3-1):

Arshdeep Singh (GK); Alex Saji, Stefan Sapic, Abdul Rabeeh, Manoj Mohammed; Ayush Adhikari, Andrei Alba; Ramhlunchhunga, Joseph Sunny, Devendra Murgaokar; Edmilson Correia

Players to Watch

Hugo Boumous (Odisha FC)

In a season full of ups and downs for the Juggernauts, the Moroccan-French midfielder has been a constant positive for his team. Boumous has been an influential figure who has helped his team get results. While his stat sheet may not pop out, he is the main creative force for the Juggernauts.

A player who has Lobera’s trust, Boumous is expected to continue his good form. He will hope to continue his fine form for the rest of the matches to ensure the team’s top-six spot.

Manoj Mohammed (Hyderabad FC)

The left-back will be the man to watch out for the Nizams heading into this fixture. Manoj has made notable contributions on both ends of the pitch and has been one of the best Indian players across the league this season. His pace allows him to make bombing runs through the left flank and join in attack.

He has racked up three-goal contributions this season, including two assists in the last match.

Did You Know?

• Odisha FC have conceded a goal in each of their last seven games.
• Hyderabad FC have conceded a goal in each of their last 14 games.
• When Odisha FC leads 1-0 at home, they win 71% of their matches.
• The average number of goals in meetings between Odisha FC and Punjab FC is 3.8.

Telecast

The Odisha FC vs Hyderabad FC match will be played at the Kalinga Stadium on Friday (14th February 2025). The game will kick off at 07:30 PM IST.

The match will be shown live on the Sports 18 network and Star Sports 3. It will also be streamed online on Jio Cinema. International viewers can also watch the game on One Football App.

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