Thrissur Magic FC vs Calicut FC Preview - Team news, lineups | Super League Kerala 2026

Thrissur have won 2 out of their four meetings against Calicut

Thrissur Magic FC will host the Super League Kerala 2024 champions Calicut FC on the 10th of October, 2026, at the Corporation Stadium, Thrissur, for the second game of the Round 3 fixtures of the Super League Kerala 2026.

Thrissur Magic FC and Calicut FC have contrasting performances in the league so far. Calicut FC, with five points in hand, have been at the top of the table for the majority of the season, while Thrissur Magic FC, who are struggling to find a win, are in last position in the Super League Kerala group table.

As both teams are set to go head-to-head in the third round, either side will be eyeing all three points, one for cementing their dominance, the other for rising from their ruins.

Here are the stakes involved for the Super League Kerala 2026 match between Thrissur Magic FC and Calicut FC.

The Stakes

Thrissur Magic FC

Thrissur Magic FC, with just one point in hand, awarded for a penalty loss, are currently in the last position of the Super League Kerala 2026 points table.

They are currently going through a winless drought, which they faced in the Super League Kerala 2024, where they finished sixth.

To prevent whatever happened in the 2024 season, Thrissur Magic FC must come out with a positive result at home and eye all three points. If not, their road towards qualification could become difficult in the later stages.

Calicut FC

Calicut FC, with one win and a penalty win, are currently in second position in the Super League Kerala 2026 group table with five points.

Having defeated the Kombans and Malappuram in their last two games, they would be looking forward to continuing their momentum and securing a victory against Thrissur Magic FC, who are in a relatively struggling phase.

After yesterday’s win, Kannur Warriors snatched the top position from Calicut FC, and Calicut would be eyeing to take that spot back with a positive result.

Team News

Thrissur Magic FC will miss the services of Bladimir Castro for the match against Calicut FC, as the player was shown a red card in their previous game against Forca Kochi FC, following a derogatory gesture.

Apart from that, neither team has any injury concerns or suspensions for their upcoming match in the Super League Kerala 2026.

Predicted Lineup

Thrissur Magic FC (4-3-3)

Kamaludheen A K (GK); Sandeep Santosh, Henry Plazas Mendoza, Abdul Samad P P, Senthamil S; Muhammed Basith P T, Lenny Rodrigues, Midulaj C K; Muhammed Jiyad, Anshid N A, Muhammed Shihas P M

Calicut FC (4-3-3)

Mirshad Michu (GK); Lalnuntluanga Bawitlung, Andres Felipe Roa Soza, Manoj M, Muhammed Riyas; Kervens Belfort Fleury, Andres Ramiro Villalobos, Calwin Zola; Leo David, Maximiliano Urruti, Prasanth

Player to watch out for

Thrissur Magic FC – Lenny Rodriguez

The former ISL Shield and Trophy winner with FC Goa and ATK Mohun Bagan, Lenny Rodriguez, plays a vital role for the Magicians in midfield.

He acts as the link between the backline and the attacking unit, and is often seen as a deterrent force preventing opponents from penetrating their half. While Thrissur Magic FC have not had the best start to the season so far, Lenny has demonstrated a relatively decent performance for the Magicians.

In the last season, Lenny has excelled in duels and created key chances for the team by dispossessing the opponents in the middle third and providing some delicious balls into the final third, and has played a key role in putting pressure on the opponents with his long-range shots.

While Lenny has not been able to perform to his best potential so far, his performance and experience would be key for Thrissur Magic FC in the midfield, especially when facing a top team like Calicut FC.

Calicut FC – Leo David

Calicut FC’s 23-year-old Brazilian striker, Leo David, would be the key player to watch out for against Thrissur Magic FC. Standing tall at 1.9 metres, Leo provides Calicut with a potent option for converting set pieces and crosses in the final third.

Having shaped his professional footballing career in Brazil and China, Leo has an uncanny ability to lurk in the penalty box to put pressure on the opponents and find the back of the net whenever the team needs him.

This instinct came in handy for Calicut in their Malabar derby against Malappuram FC, as Leo, with great presence of mind, tapped in the ball to the back of the net, bringing the score to parity and taking it to penalties, where Calicut eventually won.

When and where to watch the Super League Kerala 2026 match between Thrissur Magic FC and Calicut FC?

The Super League Kerala 2026 match between Thrissur Magic FC and Calicut FC will take place on 10th October 2026 at the Corporation Stadium, Thrissur.

Fans all across India can watch the Super League Kerala 2026 matches digitally on Zee5, alongside linear coverage on Unite8 Sports. Fans from the UAE can enjoy the Super League Kerala action with Etisalat.

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