Odisha FC vs Kerala Blasters FC Match Report & Highlights | ISL 2024-25

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ISL 2024-25: Odisha FC vs Kerala Blasters FC – Build-up

Odisha FC will welcome Kerala Blasters FC to the Kalinga Stadium in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday. The Juggernauts got their first win at home against Jamshedpur FC and will be confident when they face the Tuskers. Kerala Blasters got a point against Durand Cup 2024 champions NorthEast United FC in their last outing and will look to get a better result this time when they travel to Bhubaneswar.

Sergio Lobera’s team are currently placed in 10th place with three points and will look to add more points when they face Mikael Stahre’s men. The visitors will, however, be determined to give a tough challenge to the home team and fans can expect an intense battle on the pitch.

In this context, let’s take a look at how things are shaping up ahead of the game.

The Stakes

Odisha FC

The Juggernauts can finally be happy with their first win of the season, but there are a lot of expectations from them after bringing in high-profile signings like Hugo Boumous and Rahim Ali. Lobera‘s men will have to make a statement in their next home game as they need to climb the points table if they are to hope for a playoff spot.

It will be both a concern and a relief for the Spanish tactician since his upcoming opponents and the Kalinga Warriors have given each other a tough time on the pitch whenever they’ve locked horns. This mouthwatering fixture is all the more important for Odisha FC as they have to maintain their winning streak to get more points in their bag and build a foolproof case as title contenders.

Kerala Blasters FC

Kerala Blasters will be satisfied with how they have started their new season. Mikael Stahre still demands more from his players as he knows that his team has a lot of quality. They did perform well against the Highlanders in the last match but they need to address their finishing issues urgently.

Against the Juggernauts, they will not get many openings as they are very compact at the back. This match is crucial for them as winning this fixture will get them to a good position on the points table.

Ahmed Jahouh is the backbone of Odisha’s midfield and a leader on the pitch. Jahouh’s time with FC Goa and Mumbai City FC has turned him into an ISL veteran thus making him an important part of the team. The first two matches of the season were disappointing but the Juggernauts bounced back and beat the Red Miners in which Jahouh played a key role.

Noah Sadaoui has adapted to his new club very well and has hit the ground running with goals for his team. Fans have a lot of expectations from the Moroccan wing wizard and he is giving his best in every match to fulfill those expectations.

Noah’s versatility has troubled all ISL teams this season, be it East Bengal, NorthEast United, or Punjab FC. Switching between flanks can disrupt any team’s marking patterns whether it is zonal or man-to-man, and the wide forward has picked that up brilliantly.

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