ISL 2023-24: Odisha FC vs Punjab FC: Preview, Predicted lineup, injury news, H2H, telecast details

Odisha FC will aim to take themselves higher up the ISL table.

Odisha FC are going to face Punjab FC in their next match of ISL 2023-24 at the Kalinga Stadium on April 2, 2024. 

The home team, who are looking a bit off colour in the last couple of matches, haven’t performed to their best of skills. The match is also going to be an interesting one as Odisha FC will look to get the most important points on board and move ahead in the ISL points table. Meanwhile, Punjab too, will hope for a win to strengthen their playoff chances. 

The Stakes 

Odisha FC 

Sergio Lobera’s team has been exceptional in the ongoing season. They have also remained at the top of the points table for a couple of weeks. Although the last two of their matches haven’t gone their way, that hasn’t demotivated the Kalinga Warriors, who are eyeing their maiden ISL Shield. 

This match at their home ground might benefit the players as the presence of local fans will add confidence to their way of play and will surely help them come out with a positive result. 

Punjab FC 

Staikos Vergetis’ men have been very particular about their performance. They are now at the eighth position in the points table, which is understandable as they hadn’t performed to the best of their efforts in the budding stages of the season. 

Last two matches have gone their way, as in the first match they defeated NorthEast United and in the following one, they managed to draw against FC Goa who are placed higher to them in the points table. In the coming match, they will surely look to keep up their performance and create an upset for the home team. 

Injury & Team News

Jerry Lalrinzuala suffered an injury in the last game but he is completely fit for the next game. Apart from that, there is no such injury news from both squads. 

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 1

Odisha FC – 1

Punjab FC – 0

Draw – 0

Predicted Lineups

Odisha FC 

Amrinder Singh (GK), Amey Ranawade, Mourtada Fall, Narender Gahlot, Jerry Lalrinzuala, Puitea, Ahmed Jahouh, Jerry Mawihmingthanga, Cy Goddard, Isak Vanlalruatfela, Roy Krishna

Punjab FC 

Ravi Kumar (GK), Abhishek Singh, Suresh Meitei, Dimitris Chatziisaias, Mohammed Salah, Nikhil Prabhu, Ricky Shabong, Ashis Pradhan, Madih Talal, Luka Majcen, Wilmar Jordan Gil 

Players to Watch 

Ahmed Jahouh (Odisha FC)

Although Roy Krishna has been the top goal-scorer for Odisha FC this season, Ahmed Jahouh’s presence in the midfield has been the key for Odisha’s success. He has created numerous chances for his side in the ISL and also holds the record of most successful passes this season. A lot will depend on Jahouh’s performance in the upcoming game, as he is a player who can provide the home team their 11th win. 

Madih Talal (Punjab FC)

When you talk about the best players of Punjab FC, Madih Talal’s name comes up on top. The midfielder has topped the list of most assists this season with eight to his name and has also created 44 chances for his team in 19 games. His progression in the match will be a major threat to Odisha FC. 

Did You Know?

• Madih Talal has provided eight assists this season, which is highest by any player. 
• Madih Talal has created 44 chances for his team, which also remains the most by any player this season. 
• Roy Krishna is just two goals away from again taking the top spot in the ISL Golden Boot list.  

Telecast 

The Odisha FC vs Punjab FC game kicks off at 7.30 PM IST at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Live telecast of the fixture will be available on the 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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