| Mumbai City vs East Bengal FC | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Mumbai City vs East Bengal FC
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COMPETITION :
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ISL 2023-24
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| DATE: |
13-02-2024
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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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Salt Lake Stadium
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Predicted Lineups
East Bengal (4-2-3-1)
Prabhsukhan Gill (GK), Mohamad Rakip, Lalchungnunga, Hijazi Maher, Mandar Rao Dessai, Ajay Chhetri, Souvik Chakrabarti, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Victor Vazquez, Nandhakumar Sekar, Felicio Brown Forbes
Mumbai City FC (4-1-4-1)
Phurba Lachenpa (GK), Rahul Bheke, Tiri, Thaer Krouma, Sanjeev Stalin, Apuia, Alberto Noguera, Iker Guarrotxena, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Bipin Singh, Ayush Chhikara
In a crucial ISL matchup between East Bengal and Mumbai City FC, both teams are facing their own challenges and opportunities.
East Bengal, despite a disappointing ISL 2023-24 campaign so far, have shown promise by winning the Kalinga Super Cup, ending a 12-year national trophy drought. However, their form in the league has been lacking, and they need wins to climb into the top six. Missing key players like captain Cleiton Silva and dealing with injuries to Harmanjot Khabra, Saul Crespo, and Pardo, they must find a way to overcome these setbacks and secure a vital victory against Mumbai City FC to boost their confidence and playoff hopes.
On the other hand, Mumbai City FC, while not in contention for the ISL Shield title currently, still have a chance to turn their season around with a series of wins. They were frustrated by East Bengal in their previous encounter and will be motivated to seek revenge. However, they'll have to address their defensive issues and make up for the absence of suspended players Jorge Pereyra Diaz and Gurkirat Singh. A loss or draw could severely dent their hopes in the Shield race, making a win imperative for them to regain momentum and stay competitive.
With both teams having their share of challenges and aspirations, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter with significant implications for their respective ISL campaigns.