ISL 2023-24 : Kerala Blasters vs Bengaluru FC Preview, Lineups, Match Info and Time

Kerala Blasters vs Bengaluru FC
MATCH INFO
MATCH :	Kerala Blasters vs Bengaluru FC
COMPETITION :	ISL 2023-24
DATE:	02-03-2024
TIME:	07.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30) 06.00 PM UAE
STADIUM	Sri Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium

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Prediction and Preview

Kerala Blasters 2 - 0 Bengaluru FC 

Predicted Lineups

       

Bengaluru FC (4-3-1-2)

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK), Nikhil Poojary, Chinglensana Singh, Slavko Damjanovic, Roshan Singh, Rohit Kumar, Lalremtluanga Fanai, Ryan Williams, Javi Hernandez, Oliver Drost, Sunil Chhetri.

Kerala Blasters FC (4-4-2)

Karanjit Singh (GK), Sandeep Singh, Hormipam Ruivah, Milos Drincic, Naocha Singh, Rahul K.P., Jeakson Singh, Vibin Mohanan, Daisuke Sakai, Fedor Cernych, Dimitris Diamantakos.

In the highly awaited clash of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season, Bengaluru FC is gearing up to host Kerala Blasters FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on March 2, 2024. This encounter marks the one-year anniversary of a memorable knockout game in March 2023, where the Yellow Army's walkout followed a controversial free-kick goal by Sunil Chhetri.

As the two teams prepare to face off, their trajectories in the ongoing season couldn't be more contrasting. Bengaluru FC, currently struggling for consistency, is eyeing a playoff spot with 18 points from 17 matches. The upcoming home game against Kerala Blasters FC becomes a pivotal must-win situation for Gerard Zaragoza's squad to stay competitive in the league.

On the flip side, Kerala Blasters FC is riding high on ambition, showcased by their comeback 4-2 victory against FC Goa. Positioned in a fierce five-way battle for the top spot in the ISL points table, the Yellow Army demonstrates determination and resilience. Their ability to secure wins away from home is seen as fundamental in their pursuit of the ISL Shield.

Key storylines to watch unfold in this anticipated clash:

Bengaluru FC:

Position: 18 points from 17 matches.

Objective: Securing a playoff spot amid inconsistency.

Focus: The match against Kerala Blasters FC is a must-win to stay in the playoff race.

Kerala Blasters FC:

• Position: Competing for the top spot.
• Ambitions: Evident in a comeback 4-2 win against FC Goa.
• Challenge: Part of a five-way race for the ISL Shield, emphasizing the need for away wins.

Match Dynamics:

• Form: Both teams enter the game on the back of victories in their previous outings.
• History: The match carries extra significance, occurring exactly one year after the controversial game in March 2023.
• Expectation: Anticipate an intense and closely contested battle on the field.

Injury & Team News:

Kerala Blasters FC: Sachin Suresh will be absent due to a major shoulder injury, potentially impacting the team's strategy.

Fans can brace themselves for a captivating showdown between Bengaluru FC and Kerala Blasters FC, with each team striving for their respective objectives and the history between them adding an extra layer of excitement to this crucial ISL fixture.