Northeast United vs Mumbai City: Northeast United FC will host Mumbai City FC in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) encounter. Both teams are pushing for a top-four finish, making this clash significant in the playoff race. Mumbai City will be looking to bounce back after their previous 3-0 defeat to Northeast United in December, while the home side aims to continue their strong form.

Head-to-Head Record

Over the past eight years, the two teams have faced off multiple times, with Mumbai City having the upper hand.

(Left: Northeast United, Right: Mumbai City)

Last Five Meetings

ISL Standings

Team News

Northeast United FC

Northeast United will rely heavily on their star striker Alaeddine Ajaraie, who has been in excellent form, scoring 16 goals this season. Midfielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer is crucial in dictating the play, while their backline, led by Michel Zabaco, will need to be solid against Mumbai’s attacking threats. Juan Pedro Benali has no major injury concerns and will likely field his strongest XI.

Mumbai City FC

Mumbai City FC will look to bounce back from their recent inconsistent form. Striker Nikos Karelis remains their primary goal threat with nine goals. Midfielders Yoell Van Nieff and Brandon Fernandes will be key in creating chances, while Phurba Tempa Lachenpa will start in goal. Coach Petr Kratky has a fully fit squad and might tweak his lineup to counter Northeast United’s strengths.

Northeast United vs Mumbai City Lineups

Northeast United FC (4-2-3-1):
Gurmeet Singh (GK); Michel Zabaco, Soraisham Dinesh Singh, Buanthanglun Samte; Redeem Tlang, Mohammed Ali Bemammer; Jithin Madathil Subran, Nestor Albiach Roger, Louis Nickson Macarton, Alaeddine Ajaraie

Mumbai City FC (4-3-3):
Phurba Tempa Lachenpa (GK); Hmingthan Mawia, Jose Luis Espinosa Arroyo, Mehtab Singh, Nathan Asher Rodrigues; Jon Toral, Brandon Fernandes, Yoell Van Nieff; Lallianzuala Chhangte, Nikos Karelis, Bipin Singh

Key Stats

1. Northeast United have not lost in their last eight ISL matches.
2. Mumbai City are unbeaten in their last six away matches.
3. Mumbai City have lost only one of their last five matches against Northeast United.
4. The most common result between these teams is 0-1, occurring four times.
5. Northeast United’s last home win against Mumbai City was in 2020.
6. Northeast United scores 29% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minute.
7. Mumbai City scores 27% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minute.
8. Northeast United have won just one of their last five ISL games against Mumbai City.
9. Average goals in this fixture: 3.6 per match.
10. Alaeddine Ajaraie (Northeast United) is the league’s second-highest goal scorer with 16 goals.

Northeast United vs Mumbai City Prediction

With both teams evenly matched and pushing for a playoff spot, this should be a tight contest. Northeast United’s home advantage and recent form give them a slight edge, but Mumbai City’s strong away performances could balance things out. Expect a competitive game with both teams finding the net.

Prediction: Northeast United FC 2-2 Mumbai City FC