Odisha vs Northeast United: Odisha FC and Northeast United FC are set to face off in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) encounter at the Kalinga Stadium. With both teams vying for a strong finish in the league standings, this match carries significant importance for their playoff ambitions.
Head-to-Head Record
- Odisha FC Wins: 8
- Draws: 2
- Northeast United Wins: 6
Recent Meetings:
- November 2024: Northeast United 3-2 Odisha
- August 2024: Northeast United 5-1 Odisha
- April 2024: Northeast United 3-0 Odisha
- November 2023: Odisha 1-0 Northeast United
- April 2023: Odisha 3-1 Northeast United
Northeast United has dominated Odisha in their last three encounters, scoring 11 goals while conceding just three. Odisha, however, remains a strong contender at home and will look to overturn this trend.
Current Standings & Form
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Last 5 | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4️⃣ | Northeast United | 18 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 35:23 | 🟰🟰🟰✅ | 28 |
| 8️⃣ | Odisha FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 34:28 | 🟰❌✅❌ | 24 |
Odisha FC is four points behind the playoff spots, making this a must-win game. Northeast United, currently fourth, will aim to solidify their position in the top half of the table.
Team News & Key Players
Odisha FC:
- Top Performer: Diego Mauricio (9 Goals, 5 Assists)
- Tactical Concern: Slow starts – only 20% halftime leads
- Key Weakness: Three consecutive losses to Northeast United
Northeast United:
- Star Player: Alaeddine Ajaraie (16 Goals, 6 Assists)
- Recent Form: Unbeaten in seven matches
- Strength: Fast starts – 29% of goals in the first 15 minutes
Odisha vs Northeast United Lineups
Odisha FC (4-2-3-1)
- GK: Amrinder Singh
- DEF: Ranawade, Fall, Thoiba, Lalrinzuala
- MID: Jahouh, Khawlhring, Boumous, Mawhmingthanga, Kannoly
- FW: Diego Mauricio
Northeast United (4-2-3-1)
- GK: Gurmeet Singh
- DEF: Akhtar, Zabaco, Samte, Tlang
- MID: Mayakkanan, Bemammer, Subran, Guillermo, Macarton
- FW: Alaeddine Ajaraie
Match Insights & Statistics
- Odisha FC has not lost to Northeast United at home in six encounters.
- Northeast United has scored first in their last three games against Odisha.
- These teams have averaged 3.8 goals per match in their recent meetings.
- Odisha has scored in seven of their eight home games this season.
Odisha vs Northeast United Prediction
Northeast United FC 2-1 Odisha FC
Northeast United enters the match with strong form, and with star forward Alaeddine Ajaraie in peak condition, they are expected to have the edge. However, Odisha’s solid home record makes them a formidable opponent, ensuring a closely contested battle.
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 goals – both teams have been involved in high-scoring encounters.
Where to Watch Odisha vs Northeast United
- Free Streaming: JioCinema (Available in English, Hindi, Bengali, Malayalam)
- Television Broadcast:
- Sports 18 – 3 (English, Hindi, Bengali, Malayalam)
- Asianet Plus (Malayalam)
- Select ISL matches also on Sports 18 – 1, Sports 18 – 2, and Sports 18 – Khel
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