East Bengal vs Kerala Blaster: The Indian Super League returns with a captivating clash between East Bengal and Kerala Blasters. Both teams are struggling for consistency, making this fixture crucial for momentum as they head into the business end of the season. While Kerala Blasters are fighting to stay in playoff contention, East Bengal aims to bounce back from a poor run of form and avoid slipping further in the standings.
Head-to-Head Record
East Bengal wins: 2
Kerala Blaster wins: 3
Draws: 4
Last 5 Meetings
- 22 Sep 2024: Kerala Blasters 2-1 East Bengal
- 03 Apr 2024: Kerala Blasters 2-4 East Bengal
- 04 Nov 2023: East Bengal 1-2 Kerala Blasters
- 03 Feb 2023: East Bengal 1-0 Kerala Blasters
- 07 Oct 2022: Kerala Blasters 3-1 East Bengal
ISL Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Last 5 | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Kerala Blasters | 17 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 26:27 | WLWWD | 21 |
| 11 | East Bengal | 16 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 16:22 | WDLLL | 14 |
Team News
East Bengal
East Bengal faces challenges with form, having lost their last three matches and not scoring in their previous two outings. Injuries to key players have impacted their rhythm, but the team will count on Dimitris Diamantakos and Maher Hijazi for a resurgence. Midfield stability remains a concern, with Jeakson Singh and Richard Celis needing to step up.
Kerala Blasters
Kerala Blasters have displayed an inconsistent but promising attack, led by Adrian Luna and Kwame Peprah. Their defense, however, has shown vulnerability, conceding 27 goals this season. With just one clean sheet in their last five away games, coach Ivan Vukomanovic might tweak the backline to shore up gaps.
East Bengal vs Kerala Blasters Predicted Lineups
East Bengal (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Prabhsukhan Gill
Defenders: Chungnunga Lal, Nishu Kumar, Vishnu Valappill, Naorem Mahesh Singh
Midfielders: Richard Celis, Jeakson Singh, Nandhakumar Sekar, Dimitris Diamantakos
Forwards: Maher Hijazi, David Lalhlansanga
Kerala Blasters (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Sachin Suresh
Defenders: Sandeep Singh, Hormipam Ruivah, Milos Drincic, Aibanbha Dohling
Midfielders: Dusan Lagator, Vibin Mohanan, Adrian Luna, Freddy Lallawmawma, Noah Wail Sadaoui
Forward: Kwame Peprah
10 Key Stats
- The most common result in this fixture is 1-1 (3 matches).
- Kerala Blasters have a better win record in their last 9 meetings (4 wins).
- East Bengal has the highest red-card tally in the league (7).
- Kerala Blasters score 35% of their goals between minutes 61-75.
- East Bengal has failed to win in their last 4 matches.
- Kerala Blasters have scored in 7 of their 8 away matches.
- The average number of goals in this fixture is 3.4 per game.
- Both teams have not scored in their last matches.
- East Bengal has a higher win rate (66%) when leading 1-0 at home.
- Kerala Blasters have a better recent form (WLWWD) compared to East Bengal (WDLLL).
Prediction
While Kerala Blasters hold an edge on paper, their defensive vulnerabilities give East Bengal a chance to capitalize at home. Expect a close contest with both teams finding the back of the net.
Prediction: East Bengal 1-1 Kerala Blasters
Where to Watch East Bengal 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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