Mumbai City FC holds a slight edge in this match.
Mumbai City FC holds a slight edge in this match.
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Teams: Kerala Blasters FC vs. Mumbai City FC
Stadium: Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, Kochi, Kerala, India
Series: India Super League (ISL)
Hours of play: 17:30
Match day: Sunday, December 24, 2023
Dimitrios Diamantakos, Kwame Peprah, Vibin Mohanan, Mohammed Aimen, Mohammed Azhar, Rahul Kannoly Praveen, Marko Lešković, Pritam Kotal, Miloš Drinčić, Naocha Huidrom Singh, Sachin Suresh
Jorge Rolando Pereyra Díaz, Greg Stewart, Th. Bipin Singh, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Rostyn Griffiths, Mehtab Singh, Yoëll van Nieff, Lalengmawia Lalengmawia, Rahul Bheke, Akash Mishra, Phurba Tempa Lachenpa
Date | Team 1 | Score | Team 2 |
---|---|---|---|
Oct 8, 2023 | Mumbai City | 2-1 | Kerala Blasters |
Jan 8, 2023 | Mumbai City | 4-0 | Kerala Blasters |
Oct 28, 2022 | Kerala Blasters | 0-2 | Mumbai City |
Mar 2, 2022 | Kerala Blasters | 3-1 | Mumbai City |
Dec 19, 2021 | Mumbai City | 0-3 | Kerala Blasters |
Feb 3, 2021 | Kerala Blasters | 1-2 | Mumbai City |
Jan 2, 2021 | Mumbai City | 2-0 | Kerala Blasters |
Dec 5, 2019 | Mumbai City | 1-1 | Kerala Blasters |
Oct 24, 2019 | Kerala Blasters | 0-1 | Mumbai City |
Dec 16, 2018 | Mumbai City | 6-1 | Kerala Blasters |
Oct 5, 2018 | Kerala Blasters | 1-1 | Mumbai City |
Jan 14, 2018 | Mumbai City | 0-1 | Kerala Blasters |
Certainly! Here is the table for the provided football match results:
Date | League | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
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04/11/23 | ISL | East Bengal | 1 – 2 | Kerala Blasters |
25/11/23 | ISL | Kerala Blasters | 1 – 0 | Hyderabad |
29/11/23 | ISL | Kerala Blasters | 3 – 3 | Chennaiyin |
03/12/23 | ISL | Goa | 1 – 0 | Kerala Blasters |
14/12/23 | ISL | Punjab | 0 – 1 | Kerala Blasters |
Certainly! Here is the table for the provided football match results:
Date | League | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/12/23 | ACL | Mumbai City | 1 – 2 | Navbahor |
08/12/23 | ISL | Bengaluru | 0 – 4 | Mumbai City |
12/12/23 | ISL | Goa | 0 – 0 | Mumbai City |
16/12/23 | ISL | Mumbai City | 0 – 0 | East Bengal |
20/12/23 | ISL | Mumbai City | 2 – 1 | Mohun Bagan |
Team | Player | Goals | Penalty Goals |
---|---|---|---|
Kerala Blasters | D. Diamantakos | 5 | 2 |
Kerala Blasters | A. Luna | 3 | 0 |
Kerala Blasters | D. Farooq | 2 | 0 |
Kerala Blasters | M. Drinčić | 1 | 0 |
Kerala Blasters | K. Peprah | 1 | 0 |
Team | Player | Goals | Penalty Goals |
---|---|---|---|
Mumbai City | J. Pereyra Díaz | 6 | 1 |
Mumbai City | G. Stewart | 2 | 0 |
Mumbai City | L. Chhangte | 1 | 1 |
Mumbai City | A. El Khayati | 1 | 0 |
Mumbai City | R. Griffiths | 1 | 0 |
Currently occupying the second spot with 20 points, Kerala Blasters FC share the top position with FC Goa, having played 10 matches. In their recent ISL encounter at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kerala secured a 1-0 victory against Punjab FC.
Mumbai City FC, on the other hand, secured a 2-1 win against Mohun Bagan Super Giant in their last league match, maintaining an unbeaten streak of nine games (W5 D4 L0) and positioning themselves in fourth place with 19 points.
The previous ISL meeting between the two teams saw Mumbai City FC emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline at Mumbai Football Arena in October. Jorge Pereyra Díaz scored first in the 49th minute, followed by Lalengmawia Ralte. Danish Farooq found the net for Kerala Blasters in the 57th minute.
Mumbai City FC has dominated recent encounters with three consecutive wins since October 2022, outscoring Kerala Blasters 8-1 during this period.
Dimitrios Diamantakos has been a key attacking force for Kerala Blasters this season, leading the team with five goals, tying for the second-highest in the league.
Pereyra Díaz stands out as Mumbai City FC’s primary attacking threat, scoring six times, including two opening goals, making him the top scorer in the competition for the 2023/2024 season.
Kerala Blasters boast an impressive record at home, being unbeaten in six ISL matches with four wins and two draws. They hold a six-match home unbeaten streak (W4 D2 L0) dating back to September 21 against Bengaluru FC. Mumbai City FC, on the other hand, remains undefeated in away league matches this season, with two wins and two draws away from Mumbai Football Arena, and a five-match away unbeaten streak (W3 D2 L0) since their last away defeat on February 15 against Bengaluru FC.
In their recent form, Kerala Blasters have won four, drawn one, and lost one in their last six league matches. Meanwhile, Mumbai City FC has recorded three wins and three draws in their last six outings.
Mumbai City FC’s current form is undeniable, but Kerala Blasters’ home advantage and potential bounce-back spirit can’t be ignored. Ultimately, Mumbai City FC holds a slight edge, possibly winning 1-0 or 2-1 due to their defensive prowess and attacking efficiency. However, Kerala Blasters have the potential to upset the applecart if they capitalize on their home crowd’s energy and play to their strengths.
# | Team | MP | W | D | L | F | A | D | P* |
1 | Goa | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 20 |
2 | Kerala Blasters | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 20 |
3 | Mohun Bagan | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 19 |
4 | Mumbai City | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 19 |
5 | Odisha | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 17 |
6 | Chennaiyin | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 19 | -4 | 12 |
7 | East Bengal | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 3 | 10 |
8 | NorthEast United | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 10 |
9 | Bengaluru | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 18 | -7 | 10 |
10 | Jamshedpur | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 9 |
11 | Punjab | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 17 | -8 | 8 |
12 | Hyderabad | 11 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 19 | -14 | 4 |
* MP – Matches Played; W – Wins; D – Draws; L – Losses; F – Goals For (the number of goals the team has scored); A – Goals Against (the number of goals the team has conceded); D – Goals Difference (Goals scored – Goals conceded); P – Points.
The Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium, also known as Kaloor Stadium, is a significant multi-purpose venue located in Kochi, Kerala, India. Completed in 1996 by the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA), the stadium features a distinctive design with triple-tiered stands, a sloping topography, and a contemporary roof structure.
With a seating capacity of 60,000 spectators, the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium is renowned as one of the noisiest football stadiums globally. However, for Indian Super League matches, the capacity is restricted to 39,000.
In addition to its sporting significance, the stadium incorporates eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting systems, solar panels for energy generation, and effective waste management practices. Over the years, it has hosted numerous national and international sporting events, symbolizing India’s passion for sports. Beyond sports, the stadium has also been a venue for concerts by renowned artists and bands, adding cultural significance to its legacy.
With a history rich in historic sporting moments, the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium remains an iconic symbol of Kochi. Whether echoing with the cheers of football fans or resonating with the melodies of music, the stadium stands as a testament to the vibrant spirit of the city and its people.
The Indian Super League (ISL) is the men’s highest level of the Indian football league system. It was founded on 21 October 2013 with the aim of growing the sport of football in India and increasing its exposure in the country. The league is co-promoted by Reliance, Star India, and supported by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
The ISL began play in October 2014 with eight teams. During its first three seasons, the competition operated without official recognition from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), which is the governing body for the sport in Asia. It was structured along the same lines as the Indian Premier League, the country’s premier Twenty20 franchise-based cricket competition. Each season lasted just three months, from October to December, and matches were held daily.
However, before the 2017–18 season, the league expanded to ten teams, extended its schedule to six months, and earned recognition from the AFC. The season runs from September to March and includes a 22-round regular season followed by playoffs involving the top six teams, culminating with the ISL Final to determine the champions. At the end of the regular season, the team with the most points is declared the premiers and presented with the League Winners’ Shield.
Currently, the league comprises 12 clubs. ISL clubs gain qualification to the Asian continental club competitions; regular-season premiers qualify directly for the subsequent season’s AFC Cup group stage. The league has received unmatched visibility in a short span of time and is speculated to be one of the top-tier leagues in India after the I-League.