Kalinga Super Cup 2024: NorthEast United vs Jamshedpur FC: Preview, Predicted lineup, injury news, H2H, telecast details

The last time the two teams faced each other earlier this season, NorthEast United came up with a late winner.

Excitement rises among Indian football fans, as Kalinga Super Cup 2024 starts on January 9th. It will find teams from both I-League and ISL contesting against each other.

NorthEast United FC will lock horns in an exciting encounter against Jamshedpur FC in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 on 10th January. The Red Miners had a devastating season so far in ISL and they even parted ways with their manager. On the other hand, NorthEast United FC has not been up to the mark as they have just won two games in Indian Super League 10.

The Highlanders will be confident to beat their rivals with better form and individual brilliance from some of their youngsters. Khalid Jamil will also try to put the Men of Steel in an advancing position, with all his experience.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

Alternatively, after finishing the previous season at the bottom of the table, NorthEast United FC has demonstrated noteworthy progress in the current season under the guidance of Juan Pedro Benali. They have looked good in the offensive areas with some brilliant goals by their youngsters.

Currently positioned in sixth place on the table in ISL, The Highlanders have gathered twelve points from twelve matches. As they look to battle against The Men of Steel in the Kalinga Super Cup clash, they will surely want to start their campaign with a victory.

Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC has struggled a lot throughout the season with their defense and has also failed to convert chances into goals. Jamshedpur FC ranks second in chances created with a total of 107, yet their goal-scoring performance falls short as they currently stand in the ninth position with only 12 goals scored this season.

The team’s struggle with converting opportunities and a lack of composure in front of the goal have led to their placement at the 10th position on the points table, having accumulated only nine points from twelve matches. Khalid Jamil will have a tough time regrouping the team and bringing them to winning terms against a strong opposition.

Injury & Team News

NorthEast United FC doesn’t have any injury concerns they will miss the services of their foreign defender Yaser Hamed who has joined his country Palestine for the Asia Cup 2023. Subsequently, Jamshedpur FC will have their entire squad with no injuries and all players fit for the upcoming competition.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 12

Jamshedpur FC wins – 6

NorthEast United FC wins – 1

Draws – 5

Predicted Line-ups

NorthEast United FC (4-1-2-1-2)

Mirshad Michu (GK), Dinesh Singh, Asheer Akhtar, Miguel Zobaco, Tondonba Singh, Ali Bemammer, Phalguni Singh, Gani Nigam, Parthib Gogoi, Roman Phillippoteaux, Nestor Albiach

Jamshedpur FC (4-2-3-1)

TP Rehenesh (GK), PC Laldinpuia, Elsinho, Provat Lakra, Muhammed Uvais; Jeremy Manzorro, Rei Tachikawa; Imran Khan, Mohammed Sanan, Daniel Chima Chukwu, Jitendra Singh.

Players-to-Watch

Nestor Albiach (NorthEast United FC)

The attacker from NorthEast United FC has asserted a commanding presence in the forward position, engaging in an average of 7.2 aerial duels per match. Impressively, he has emerged victorious in 3.8 of these duels on average in each game, marking the highest success rate among players who have contested more than 10 aerial duels in the current season.

Nestor is a player who establishes a firm commitment to winning loose balls across the pitch, and simultaneously, he serves as a proficient creative force when in possession of the ball. His proficiency in delivering defense-splitting passes, combined with his skill in controlling the ball in confined spaces, will be something the Highlanders will look for.

Daniel Chima Chukwu (Jamshedpur FC)

Daniel Chima Chukwu will be the most important player for the Red Miners as he dominates the goal-bound areas with the ability to hold the ball as well as score screamers.

He also creates scoring opportunities for his teammates and is crucial to Khalid Jamil’s counter-attacking pattern. He will look to extend his goal tally and earn his team a victory against the Highlanders.

Did you know?

• Parthib Gogoi has clinched 3 goals in his 9 appearances in the ISL 2023-24 campaign while Daniel Chima Chuku has 5 goals in 11 matches.
• The last time the two teams faced each other earlier this season, NorthEast United came up with a late winner.
• Jamshedpur FC have appointed Khalid Jamil as their interim head coach.

Telecast

The NorthEast United vs Jamshedpur FC game starts at 7:30 PM IST, at the Kalinga stadium, main pitch, in Odisha on January 10, 2024.

The live stream and broadcast of East Bengal FC vs Hyderabad FC will be accessible on the Jio Cinema app and website.

Whether you’re a fan of the Red Miners or The Highlanders, mark your calendars for a football show that is sure to leave fans on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for the high-voltage clash in the Kalinga Super Cup 2024!

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