| Mohun Bagan vs Odisha FC | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Mohun Bagan vs Odisha FC
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COMPETITION :
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AFC Cup
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| DATE: |
27-11-2023
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TIME:
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07.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
06.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Ground
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ATK Mohun Bagan (4-2-3-1)
Vishal Kaith (GK); Asish Rai, Pritam Kotal, Slavko Damjanovic, Subhasish Bose; Glan Martins, Carl McHugh, Manvir Singh, Hugo Boumous, Ashique Kuruniyan; Dimitri Petratos
Odisha FC (4-4-2)
Amrinder Singh (GK); Shubham Sarangi, Narender Gahlot, Carlos Delgado, Sahil Panwar; Isak Vanlalruatfela, Saul Crespo, Thoiba Singh, Nandhakumar Sekar; Pedro Martin, Diego Mauricio
On the flip side, Odisha FC stands on the brink of advancing beyond the group stages, trailing the top spot by just one point. With everything at stake in the upcoming matches, they must secure victories in their final two games. This impending clash transcends the usual dynamics of an Indian Super League (ISL) league stage; for both teams, it's akin to a final, as they strive for a crucial win.
Throughout the season, Juan Ferrando has consistently emphasized Mohun Bagan's paramount goal of making a significant impact in the AFC Cup. However, their current position poses a threat of elimination in the group stages. The Mariners are compelled to win their remaining two matches, relying on a stroke of luck to navigate through.
Odisha FC strategically enlisted Sergio Lobera to fortify their challenge in this prestigious competition, aiming to defy the odds in the Asian arena. Despite a lackluster commencement in the group stages, two remarkable victories against Maziya have rejuvenated the Juggernauts' prospects, placing them back in contention for a coveted spot in the knockout rounds.