Odisha vs Goa: Odisha FC and FC Goa are set to lock horns in a high-stakes Indian Super League (ISL) match at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, on January 4, 2025. With both teams in strong form, this encounter promises an electrifying battle. Odisha, currently 6th in the standings, will aim to break their winless home streak against Goa, who sit comfortably in 4th place.
Head-to-Head Record
- FC Goa Wins: 8
- Odisha FC Wins: 1
- Draws: 6
The head-to-head stats heavily favor Goa, but Odisha has shown resilience in their recent encounters.
Last 5 Meetings
- 09 Feb 2024: Odisha 1-1 FC Goa
- 22 Jan 2024: FC Goa 2-3 Odisha
- 07 Oct 2023: FC Goa 3-2 Odisha
- 06 Feb 2023: Odisha 1-1 FC Goa
- 10 Dec 2022: FC Goa 3-0 Odisha
Current ISL Standings
Team | P | W | D | L | GF-GA | Pts | Last 5 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4. FC Goa | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 23:16 | 22 | WWWDW |
6. Odisha | 13 | 5 | 3 | 25:17 | 20 | WWDWD |
Odisha vs Goa Lineups
Odisha FC (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: A. Singh
- Defenders: T. Singh Moirangthem, M. Fall, C. Delgado, J. Lalrinzuala
- Midfielders: J. Mawhmingthanga, L. Khawlhring, H. Boumous
- Forwards: R. Ali, Diego Mauricio, I. Vanlalruatfela
FC Goa (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: H. Tiwari
- Defenders: B. Singh, O. Onaindia, S. Jhingan, S. Akash
- Midfielders: S. Tavora, C. McHugh, M. Yasir, Borja, B. Fernandes
- Forward: A. Sadiku
10 Key Stats
- Odisha’s last home win against FC Goa came in 2016.
- FC Goa has scored in their last 15 consecutive matches.
- Odisha has remained unbeaten in their last six home games.
- FC Goa is undefeated in their last seven games overall.
- Diego Mauricio (Odisha) has 7 goals; Armando Sadiku (Goa) leads with 8 goals.
- Odisha scores 20% of their goals in the first 15 minutes of matches.
- Goa has a stronger away record this season: 3 wins, 3 draws, 0 losses.
- Average goals per meeting between these teams: 3.4.
- Odisha has won only 4 of their last 23 encounters with Goa.
- FC Goa has not lost any of their last six away matches.
Key Tips
- Over 2.5 Goals: With an average of 3.4 goals per meeting, expect a high-scoring game.
- Both Teams to Score: Both sides have strong attacking stats this season.
- Draw or Goa Win: Goa’s dominance in head-to-head matches makes them a safer bet.
- First Half Goals: Goa scores 26% of their goals between 31-45 minutes.
Odisha vs Goa Prediction
This matchup promises goals and drama. While Odisha’s home form is commendable, Goa’s superior record against Odisha gives them the edge.
Prediction: FC Goa to win 2-1.
Where to Watch Odisha vs Goa
- 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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