| Mohun Bagan vs Maziya | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Mohun Bagan vs Maziya
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COMPETITION :
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AFC Cup
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| DATE: |
11-12-2023
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TIME:
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03.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
04.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Maldives National
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Predicted Line-Up
Mohun Bagan SG: Vishal Kaith (GK), Ashish Rai, Brendan Hamill, Subashish Bose, Manvir Singh, Anirudh Thapa, Sahal Abdul Samad, Liston Colaco, Hugo Boumous, Dimitri Petratos, Jason Cummings.
The journey to the Maldives for Mohun Bagan Super Giant is a critical one as they face Maziya Sports and Recreation Club in a decisive AFC Cup Group D encounter at the Maldives National Football Stadium on Monday, December 11. With the reigning Indian Super League champions currently sitting in third place with seven points from five matches, the stakes are high, and their fate in the tournament hangs in the balance.
Mohun Bagan finds itself trailing behind both Bashundhara Kings from Bangladesh and fellow ISL club Odisha FC. The pressure has intensified following a hard-fought draw against Odisha FC in the ISL, leaving little room for error in this must-win clash. The team will be eager to reproduce the dominating performance they showcased in the reverse fixture, securing a thrilling 2-1 victory against Maziya with a notable contribution from Jason Cummings, who netted a crucial brace.
While Mohun Bagan has displayed formidable form domestically, translating that success onto the continental stage has posed challenges, particularly with defensive concerns overshadowing their earlier performances. As they head into this do-or-die encounter, the team will need to address these issues and deliver a strong, cohesive performance to keep their AFC Cup aspirations alive. The outcome of this match will play a pivotal role in determining Mohun Bagan's progression in the tournament.