DomainJava.com – East Bengal vs Mumbai City prediction in the Indian Super League match, A win here will mark the second time that East Bengal FC has beaten Mumbai City FC in ISL history. On the other hand, Mumbai City FC will be looking to bounce back from a 0-3 loss against NorthEast United FC, a result that ended their four-match unbeaten run.
East Bengal FC come into this match in better goalscoring form, having scored in their last six ISL matches. One goal in this match would see them equal their longest goalscoring record in the competition.
However, Mumbai City FC have performed well defensively on the road, keeping clean sheets in their last two away matches. A third consecutive away clean sheet would see the Islanders match their all-time best record in this regard.
Mumbai City FC, with their possession-based approach, have dominated passing sequences, averaging 8.2 passes of 10+ passes per match and completing 3.4 passes per sequence, which is the highest in the league.
The Islanders dropped to seventh in the standings, collecting 20 points from 13 games. On the other hand, East Bengal FC has played a lot of matches and secured 14 points, occupying the 11th position in the standings.
The Torchbearers have shown a significant improvement in form under Oscar Bruzon and have also improved their home form significantly. It’s time for them to prove their ability to beat another big opponent at home after doing so against NorthEast United earlier in the season.
Bruzon must ensure his team is strong in defense and takes advantage of the opportunities created. A win for East Bengal would not only keep their playoff dreams alive, but would also be a huge confidence booster before the derby. On the other hand, losing can ruin their mood before a big game.
The Islanders’ shaky ISL 2024-25 journey continued with a heavy loss to NorthEast United in their last match. Petr Kratky must hope the second half of the season brings a new dawn for his team. The coach will urge his players to fight against East Bengal knowing how uncertain their performance will be in big games this season.
Mumbai City will try to play on the front line and will have to perform at their best to get the three points. The Islanders can increase their momentum with a big win in Kolkata, but a draw or defeat could damage the atmosphere around the club even further.
Cleiton Silva’s form has improved significantly over the last few weeks for East Bengal, as he has enjoyed himself alongside Dimitrios Diamantakos up front. Despite his encouraging performances, the 37-year-old has just one assist in 13 league games this season and there is a need for major improvement.
Cleiton hopes to start 2025 with a bang by tormenting the Islanders’ back line with his smart movement, link-up play and need to improve his end product. If he is able to clinically convert any chances that come his way, continue to be a threat on set pieces and create better chances, Cleiton could be a very formidable player for Mumbai City.
Brandon Fernandes has had a pretty poor start to his Mumbai City career, having zero goal contributions in 10 appearances so far. The 30-year-old has struggled for form at his new club and is now hoping to turn things around for the second half of the 2024-25 season. Fernandes has the skills to be a tormentor for East Bengal and unlock their stout defence.
He needs to be smarter in his movements in midfield to get rid of East Bengal’s midfielders and get into the best spaces. More importantly, Brandon will look to use his creative magic to unlock the East Bengal defense and create big opportunities from set pieces and normal situations with his final pass..(ed)
(source: Sportsmole)
East Bengal vs Mumbai City Player Predictions
East Bengal (4-2-3-1)
Prabhsukhan Gill (GK), Provat Lakra, Hector Yuste, Hijazi Maher, Lalchhungnunga, Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Nandhakumar Sekar, PV Vishnu, Cleiton Silva, Dimitrios Diamantakos
Mumbai City (4-3-3)
TP Rehenesh (GK), Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Mehtab Singh, Tiri, Nathan Rodrigues, Yoell van Nieff, Jayesh Rane, Brandon Fernandes, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Bipin Singh and Nikos Karelis are all in the squad
East Bengal vs Mumbai City Score Prediction: 2-2
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