In an upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) fixture, Punjab FC will face NorthEast United FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati. Both teams suffered setbacks in their previous games, affecting their playoff aspirations. NorthEast United FC drew 2-2 against Hyderabad FC, while Punjab FC lost 3-2 to Mumbai City FC.
Currently, NorthEast United FC is placed eighth in the table with 20 points from 17 games, just behind Bengaluru FC. A win in this match could propel them past Bengaluru FC and enhance their playoff chances. On the other hand, Punjab FC sits at the 11th spot with 17 points from 17 games.
Key players to watch out for include Parthib Gogoi from NorthEast United FC and Madih Talal from Punjab FC. Gogoi started the season strongly but saw his influence wane as the campaign progressed. However, he rediscovered his touch in the previous game against Hyderabad FC. Talal, on the other hand, has been an inspirational figure for Punjab FC throughout the season, creating goal-scoring opportunities and contributing with goals and assists.
Both teams will be aiming for a positive result to boost their standings and playoff hopes, making this fixture crucial for the overall dynamics of the ISL points table.
*Head-to-Head
Played – 1
NorthEast United FC – 0
Punjab FC – 0
Draws – 1
“The players are doing the job as well as they can. They are honest, loyal people, and they are fighting for the name of NorthEast United FC,” head coach Juan Pedro Benali quipped ahead of the proceedings.
“The last match was very interesting for everyone, but it belongs to the past. As coaches we are obligated to see what needs improvement and to work on this, what went well so as to maintain and improve more going forward,” Punjab FC Head Coach Staikos Vergetis stated in the pre-match press conference.
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