Chennaiyin vs. East Bengal: The Indian Super League gears up for another intense clash as Chennaiyin FC hosts SC East Bengal at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, on December 7, 2024. This encounter is crucial for both teams as they aim to bounce back and gain momentum in what has been a challenging season so far.
Head-to-Head
Chennaiyin wins:2
East Bengal wins:1
Draws:5
Recent Form and ISL Standings
Chennaiyin FC sits at 9th on the table with 12 points from 10 matches (3 wins, 3 draws, 4 losses), while East Bengal finds themselves languishing at 13th with just 4 points from 8 games (1 win, 1 draw, 6 losses).
Last Five Meetings
- Feb 26, 2024: East Bengal 1-0 Chennaiyin
- Nov 25, 2023: Chennaiyin 1-1 East Bengal
- Feb 12, 2023: Chennaiyin 2-0 East Bengal
- Nov 4, 2022: East Bengal 0-1 Chennaiyin
- Feb 2, 2022: East Bengal 2-2 Chennaiyin
Chennaiyin vs. East Bengal Lineups
Chennaiyin FC (4-1-3-2):
- Goalkeeper: Mohammad Nawaz
- Defenders: PC Laldinpuia, Bikash Yumnam, Ryan Edwards, Mandar Rao Dessai
- Midfielders: Connor Shields, Elson Jose Dias Junior, Lalrinliana Hnamte
- Forwards: Farukh Choudhary, Irfan Yadwad, Wilmar Jordan
SC East Bengal (4-4-2):
- Goalkeeper: Prabhsukhan Gill
- Defenders: Mohammad Rakip, Anwar Ali, Hector Yuste, Chungnunga Lal
- Midfielders: Jeakson Singh, Saul Crespo, Sauvik Chakrabarti, Mahdi Talal
- Forwards: Vishnu Puthiya Valappill, Dimitris Diamantakos
Key Statistics
- Chennaiyin has not lost to East Bengal in their last four home encounters.
- East Bengal has lost their last six away matches.
- Wilmar Jordan leads Chennaiyin’s scoring charts with six goals this season.
- East Bengal has received five red cards this season—the highest in the league.
- Chennaiyin scores 31% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minutes.
- East Bengal has failed to score in two of their four away matches.
- Chennaiyin has conceded a goal in each of their last seven games.
- Both teams average two goals per match in their encounters.
- Chennaiyin has scored only 16 goals in 10 matches, while East Bengal has netted five in eight.
- The last time Chennaiyin failed to score in back-to-back games, they returned with a win.
SWOT Analysis: Chennaiyin vs. East Bengal
Chennaiyin FC
Strengths:
- Home Record: Unbeaten against East Bengal in their last four home encounters.
- Attacking Potential: Wilmar Jordan’s six goals make him a key player in their attack.
- Timing of Goals: They are highly effective in the 46th-60th minute, scoring 31% of their goals in this period.
- Head-to-Head Advantage: Chennaiyin has only lost one of their last five games against East Bengal.
Weaknesses:
- Defense Vulnerability: They have conceded goals in each of their last seven matches.
- Poor Conversion Rates in Certain Periods: Only 6% of their goals come between the 31st-45th minute, indicating lapses in this period.
- Recent Form: Two consecutive matches without scoring, reflecting inconsistency in their attack.
Opportunities:
- Exploiting East Bengal’s Weak Away Form: East Bengal has lost six consecutive away matches.
- Capitalizing on Red Card Vulnerability: East Bengal leads the league in red cards (five), which could offer a numerical advantage.
- Building Momentum at Home: A positive result could solidify their mid-table position and build confidence.
Threats:
- East Bengal’s Defensive Resilience: Despite poor form, East Bengal has occasionally managed to grind out results.
- Pressure to Perform: A low home win percentage (0-2-1) this season adds to the pressure.
SC East Bengal
Strengths:
- Resilient Performance Record: Despite their struggles, their last five performances have been slightly better than Chennaiyin’s.
- Key Player Contribution: Dimitris Diamantakos remains a critical figure in attack.
- Previous Win: Their most recent match against Chennaiyin ended in a 1-0 victory, giving them confidence.
Weaknesses:
- Away Record: No wins in four away games this season (0-0-4).
- Goal-Scoring Issues: Only five goals scored in eight matches this season.
- Discipline Problems: Five red cards this season—the highest in the league.
Opportunities:
- Exploiting Chennaiyin’s Defensive Fragility: Chennaiyin has conceded goals consistently in recent matches.
- Capitalizing on First-Half Performance: East Bengal wins 22% of their first halves, slightly better than Chennaiyin.
- Improving Standings: A win could help them climb out of the bottom of the table.
Threats:
- Wilmar Jordan’s Form: The Chennaiyin striker poses a constant danger in front of goal.
- Pressure to End Away Losing Streak: Their inability to perform away from home could weigh heavily.
- High Goal Concessions: Averaging 1.5 goals conceded per away match, their defense remains under constant scrutiny.
Chennaiyin vs. East Bengal Prediction
Given the current form and statistics, this game could tilt either way. However, Chennaiyin’s home advantage and East Bengal’s travel woes suggest a narrow result. Our prediction: Chennaiyin 1-1 East Bengal.
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