Northeast United will take on Jamshedpur FC in Kalinga Indian Super Cup Match 3 at Kalinga Stadium. North East United have had a significantly better season in the ISL under the new manager and will be hoping to continue the momentum. Who will win?
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Northeast United Form
While Northeast United have gone without a win for seven matches in the ISL, their progress this season is evident as they currently sit in the bottom of the playoffs with 12 points from the first 12 matches. This is a significant improvement compared to last season, where they finished bottom with just one win and a total of five points. The catalyst for this change was their coach, Juan Pedro Benali, who recently received a contract extension. The club's decision to end the cycle of coaching appointments and place their trust in Benali reflects their faith in his ability to lead them forward. Since the Spaniard's appointment, Northeast United have enjoyed immediate success, reaching the semi-finals of the Durand Cup in August of the previous year. Now, they aim to repeat this success in another cup competition, the Kalinga Super Cup. While competing in a challenging group with the likes of Kerala Blasters, NorthEast United are looking to start the Super Cup 2024 with a win against Jamshedpur FC, breaking their winless streak and rewarding their coach.
It is worth noting that Northeast United will be without foreign center back pair Yasser Hamed and Michel Zabaco for Super Cup 2024. Hamed has been called up to the Asian Cup squad for Palestine, while Zabaco may be seriously injured. having been substituted after just 16 minutes in the last ISL match against FC Goa in 2023.
Northeast United's likely lineup
Mirshad Michu? Dinesh Singh, Asheer Akhtar, Gaurav Bora, Buanthanglun Samte; Phalguni Singh, Mohammed Bemammer, Romain Philippoteaux; Jithin MS, Parthib Gogoi; Nestor Albiach
Jamshedpur FC jersey
While North East United secured their manager's future, Jamshedpur FC changed their coaching staff by parting ways with Scott Cooper after a crucial 4-1 loss to Odisha FC in their last ISL match before the Asia Cup break. Currently 10th in the table, the Men of Steel have collected just nine points from 12 matches, with only two wins coming against Hyderabad FC. In an attempt to turn their fortunes around, Khalid Jamil was appointed to lead the team for the remainder of the season. Before the ISL resumes in February, Jamshedpur FC will get a chance to compete in the Super Cup, providing Khalid Jamil with a platform to instill his coaching philosophy. The start of his tenure coincides with a reunion against former ISL side NorthEast United, a side they have led to the league's play-offs in 2021. Securing a win in this fixture is vital for Jamshedpur FC, boosting their confidence of the upcoming matches against Tuskers and Shillong Lajong in the group final. While winning the group might be a challenge, a strong performance in Bhubaneshwar will set a positive tone for the rest of the ISL season under their new coach.
Notably, Jamshedpur FC will be without the services of injured midfield duo Emil Benny and Pronay Halder, both of whom are not registered with the team. Additionally, winger Ritwik Das is out for the season after undergoing surgery, while striker Steve Ambri has been speculated to be out, although he has been included in the squad.
Jamshedpur FC predicted lineup
TP Rehenesh; Provat Lakra, Pratik Chaudhari, Elsinho, Pachuau; Rei Tachikawa, Jitendra Singh, Jeremy Manzorro, Imran Khan; Daniel Chima, Steve Ambri
Expert Betting Tips
Predict a closely contested match between NorthEast United and Jamshedpur FC, with a draw the likely outcome of the encounter. Expect over 2.5 goals in the game, with both teams on the score sheet in this game.
