Super League Kerala 2025: Kannur Warriors FC vs Forca Kochi FC Preview, team news, lineups & prediction

Forca Kochi have lost all their matches in the Super League Kerala 2025.

The Jawahar Municipal Stadium is all set for the second matchday of the Round 8 fixtures of the Super League Kerala, as Kannur Warriors will face struggling Forca Kochi FC on November 23, 2025.

Forca Kochi, having lost all their matches, have nothing to lose as they face Kannur Warriors, as their chances of qualification are done and dusted.

However, the Warriors, who currently have an uphill task to consistently bag points and regain their position in the top four, will be looking forward to a win, which could take them closer to their consecutive playoff qualification.

With both teams desperate for a win and looking to make a comeback, the Super League Kerala match between Kannur Warriors and Forca Kochi will definitely be worth watching for the fans.

The Stakes

Kannur Warriors FC

Kannur Warriors, despite starting the season on a high note, slowly started to struggle and were unable to find wins, as most of their matches settled in a stalemate. The Warriors, after the end of their Round 7 fixtures, have won two games, drawn four and lost one against the Kombans.

They are currently in the 5th position with 10 points, the same as Malappuram and Kombans. However, a superior goal difference saw the latter occupy the third and fourth position, sending the Warriors to 5th position.

Though a win against Forca Kochi would take them back to the top four, a loss would mean that things would get simpler for the Kombans and Malappuram, which could ease their chances of qualification.

Despite being tied on points, Kannur’s current position does not help them advance to the knockouts. Therefore, winning is the only option available for Kannur to find a glimmer of hope of making it into the playoffs for the second time in the Super League Kerala.

Forca Kochi FC

For Forca Kochi, there are essentially no more stakes in the tournament, as they have been eliminated from the playoff contentions of the Super League Kerala. Even if they win all their remaining matches, they will only manage nine points, which will prevent them from reaching the semi-finals.

Therefore, Forca Kochi have nothing to lose and are expected to give time for the players who have not registered minutes on the pitch. They will be hoping for a win or at least a draw to satisfy their fans and end their season on a positive note.

Team News

Forca Kochi will miss their defender, Rijohn Jose, for their upcoming match, as the player was sent off with a red card in the game against the Kombans.

Kannur Warriors are expected to have their full roster for their match against Forca Kochi, including Adrian Sardinero, who was suspended for the previous game due to a red card.

Player to watch out for

Kannur Warriors FC – Muhammed Sinan

The young striker of the Warriors, Muhammed Sinan, would be the player to watch out for their Super League Kerala match against Kannur Warriors FC. The striker’s greatest strength is his awareness of the game and his clinical finishing.

His exceptional off-the-ball movements have enabled him to find the tiniest openings in the opposition defence and create chances for his side in the offensive third. Sinan is most effective in fast-break opportunities from the flanks, providing some teasing balls to his teammates and mounting pressure on the opponents.

Out of the nine goals scored by the Warriors, so far in the Super League Kerala, Sinan has contributed to three of them with two goals and an assist to his name. His first goal came in their home match against Thrissur Magic FC, where he broke the deadlock of the game. This goal also marked the first-ever goal scored at their home by the Warriors.

In their most recent match against Malappuram FC, Sinan set the attacking tone of the match and provided his side with the advantage, scoring in the 31st minute. If Sinan can continue this goal-scoring ability against Forca Kochi, he could potentially add a couple of goals to his name.

Predicted Lineups

Kannur Warriors FC Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Ubaid CK (GK); Sachin, Vikas Saini, Nicolas Delmonte, Manoj; Nidhal, Asier Gomes, Ebindas; Shijin T, Adrian Sardinero, Asif.

Forca Kochi Predicted Lineups (4-3-3)

Rafique Ali Sardar (GK); Sreerag, Jishnu, Luis, Romario Jesuraj; Abith, Rachid, Abhishek; Amos, Sajeesh, Gino van Kessel.

When and where to watch Kannur Warriors FC vs Forca Kochi FC in Super League Kerala?

The Super League Kerala 2025 match between Kannur Warriors FC and Forca Kochi will be played on November 23, 2025, and will be live broadcast on Sony Sports Network and the sports.com website. Fans can watch the Super League Kerala match from 7:30 pm onwards all across India.

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