NorthEast United vs Odisha FC Preview, predicted lineup, injury news, H2H, telecast details | Durand Cup 2024

The final matchday of the tournament is nearly upon us

The 133rd edition of the Durand Cup has reached the final matchday of its group stages with four teams still fighting for a place in the knockouts. While Bengaluru FC, Kerala Blasters FC, Indian Army FT, and Punjab FC have secured their qualification, four places are still up for grabs and will be filled by the group winners of Groups A, E, and F, and one more second best-placed team.

The next matchday takes us to Kokrajhar for a Group E clash between group leaders Northeast United FC and Odisha FC. The Highlanders will need to stay undefeated in order to qualify while Odisha will have to do a lot more.

Let us take a look at how things stand ahead of this game.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

The Highlanders have recorded their best-ever start in the Durand Cup having won both of their opening games. NorthEast United began their campaign with a 0-2 win over home side Bodoland FC before getting a statement 4-0 win over BSF. Juan Pedro Benali’s side are currently at the top of Group E and most likely to go through to the knockouts.

Odisha FC

Odisha FC have sent their reserve side for the Durand Cup and their young guns have given a decent account of themselves so far. They began with a thumping 5-0 victory over BSF before being thrashed 2-0 by Bodoland FC last week. The Juggernauts are currently placed third on the table and qualification seems very unlikely for them at this stage.

Injury and Team News

Both teams are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 20

NorthEast United FC Wins – 6

Odisha FC Wins – 9

Draws – 5

Predicted Lineup

NorthEast United FC

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Gurmeet (GK); Asheer, Dinesh, Regragui, Tondonba; Bemammer, Phalguni; Parthib, Guillermo, Nestor; Jithin

Odisha FC

Formation: 4-3-3

Neeraj (GK); Aryan, Singson, Subham, Jeremy; Sanga, Givson, Pungte; Aphaoba, Hemant, Rahul

Players to watchout

Guillermo Fernández (NorthEast United FC)

NorthEast United’s latest import Guillermo Fernandez has been in top form for them. The Spaniard has hit the ground running and has announced his arrival in style. Guillermo is the joint fourth-highest scorer in the tournament with two goals in as many games to his name. Expect him to add more goals to his tally in the upcoming games.

Givson Singh (Odisha FC)

Givson Singh is Odisha FC’s highest goalscorer at the tournament this season. Givson scored twice in Odisha’s 5-0 triumph over BSF and is expected to bring his A-game to the table against the Highlanders. The 22-year-old is excellent with both his feet and is known for his agile and quick gameplay.

Did You Know?

• NorthEast United are yet to concede a goal this season
• Guillermo Fernandez and Jithin MS are NorthEast United’s top scorers with two goals each
• Odisha FC come into this game on the back of a 2-0 defeat against Bodoland FC.

Telecast

The live streaming for the NorthEast United FC vs Odisha FC fixture will be available on the Sony LIV app and the broadcast will be available on Sony Ten 2.

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