Chennaiyin vs Kerala Blasters: The Indian Super League is heating up as Chennaiyin FC takes on Kerala Blasters in a crucial mid-table clash. Both teams are desperate for points to stay in the playoff hunt. Chennaiyin will be hoping to break their winless streak, while Kerala Blasters aim to build consistency and climb higher in the standings. With a fierce rivalry and passionate fanbases, this match promises to be an exciting battle.
Match Details
- Competition: Indian Super League
- Date: 30/01/2025
- Kickoff Time: 14:00 UTC
- Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, India
Head-to-Head Record (Last 8 Years)
- Chennaiyin Wins: 3
- Draws: 6
- Kerala Blasters Wins: 5
Last 5 Meetings:
- 24 Nov 2024: Kerala Blasters 3-0 Chennaiyin
- 16 Feb 2024: Chennaiyin 1-0 Kerala Blasters
- 29 Nov 2023: Kerala Blasters 3-3 Chennaiyin
- 07 Feb 2023: Kerala Blasters 2-1 Chennaiyin
- 19 Dec 2022: Chennaiyin 1-1 Kerala Blasters
Indian Super League Standings
# | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Last 5 | Pts |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | Kerala Blasters | 18 | 6 | 3 | 9 | 27:29 | LWWDL | 21 |
10 | Chennaiyin | 18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 23:29 | LDDDL | 18 |
Team News
Chennaiyin FC (50 words)
Chennaiyin FC is struggling, winless in their last six games. Wilmar Jordan remains their key attacking threat with 8 goals, while Connor Shields has provided 7 assists. They have only won once at home this season, with a poor 1-4-3 record. The team needs a strong performance to revive their playoff hopes.
Kerala Blasters FC (50 words)
Kerala Blasters have been inconsistent but remain ahead of Chennaiyin in the standings. Jesus Jimenez leads their attack with 10 goals, supported by Noah Sadaoui with 5 assists. Their away form is mixed, scoring in 8 of 9 games. A win here could help them climb the table and push for the playoffs
Chennaiyin vs Kerala Blasters Lineups
Chennaiyin FC (4-4-2)
GK: Mohammad Nawaz
DEF: Pritam Kotal, Ryan Edwards, PC Laldinpuia, Jitendra Singh
MID: Elson Dias, Lalrinliana Hnamte, Connor Shields, Kiyan Nassiri Giri
FOR: Irfan Yadwad, Wilmar Jordan
Kerala Blasters FC (4-2-3-1)
GK: Sachin Suresh
DEF: Soraisham Sandeep, Ruivah Hormipam, Milos Drincic, Huidrom Naocha
MID: Vibin Mohanan, Freddy Lallawmawma, Adrian Luna, Korou Singh, Sadaoui Noah Wail
FOR: Jesus Jimenez
10 Key Stats
- Chennaiyin FC has not won in their last 6 ISL games.
- Kerala Blasters won 3-0 in the last meeting between these teams.
- Chennaiyin FC has only won 1 of their last 5 games against Kerala Blasters.
- Kerala Blasters have scored in 8 of their 9 away games this season.
- Chennaiyin FC has failed to score in 3 of their 8 home matches.
- Wilmar Jordan (Chennaiyin) has scored 8 goals, while Jesus Jimenez (Kerala Blasters) has netted 10.
- Chennaiyin has a poor home record this season: 1 win, 4 draws, and 3 losses.
- Kerala Blasters have won only 33% of matches when leading 1-0 away.
- Chennaiyin scores 1.06 goals per game at home, while Kerala Blasters score 1.47 away.
- The last 5 meetings have averaged 3 goals per game.
Prediction
This is a crucial match for both teams as they fight for a playoff spot. Chennaiyin FC’s poor form and lack of goals at home make them the underdogs. Kerala Blasters, with a better attack, will likely edge this contest.
Prediction: Kerala Blasters 2-1 Chennaiyin FC.
Where to Watch Chennaiyin vs Kerala Blasters
- 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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