Odisha vs Punjab: A place in the Super Cup quarterfinals is at stake as Odisha FC take on Punjab FC in a high-stakes Round of 16 clash. The Juggernauts will hope to capitalise on their solid form at home under Sergio Lobera, while Punjab FC look to bounce back from a dismal ISL season under Panagiotis Dilmperis. With both teams at full strength, expect a tightly contested battle.

Head-to-Head (Last 4 Meetings)

• Odisha FC Wins: 2

• Punjab FC Wins: 1

• Draws: 1

• Last meeting: Odisha FC 1-1 Punjab FC (Feb 10, 2025)

Last 5 Matches – Form Check

Odisha FC:

• vs Jamshedpur – 3-2 W

• vs Mohammedan – 0-0 D

• vs Mohun Bagan – 0-1 L

• vs Fateh Hyderabad – 3-1 W

Punjab FC:

• vs Mohammedan – 2-2 D

• vs Fateh Hyderabad – 3-1 W

• vs FC Goa – 0-1 L

• vs East Bengal – 1-3 L

Team News

Odisha FC (Coach: Sergio Lobera)
Despite rumored friction between Lobera and club management, Odisha FC come into this match with no injury or suspension issues. The team remains focused on the task ahead and will rely on a mix of experienced campaigners and energetic attackers to break down the Punjab defence.

Punjab FC (Coach: Panagiotis Dilmperis)
Punjab FC endured a rough ISL campaign but will be keen to start afresh in the Super Cup. Coach Dilmperis has all players available, and his side will look to channel their underdog spirit in Bhubaneswar to upset the hosts and turn their season around.

Odisha vs Punjab Lineups

Odisha FC (4-3-3)
GK: Amrinder Singh
DEF: Rahim Ali, Mourtada Fall, Carlos Delgado, Savious Gama
MID: Ravi Kumar, Hugo Boumous, Raynier Fernandes
FW: Rahul KP, Dorielton, Isak Vanlalruatfela

Punjab FC (4-2-3-1)
GK: Shabir
DEF: Lhungdim, Suresh Meitei, Ivan Novoselec, Abhishek Singh
MID: Nikhil Prabhu, Ricky Shabong
AM: Mohammed Suhail, Vidal, Asmir Suljic
ST: Luka Majcen

10 Key Stats

1. Odisha FC has only lost 1 of their last 4 meetings with Punjab FC.

2. The average number of goals in these clashes is 2.5 per game.

3. Odisha scores an average of 2 goals at home, Punjab 1.6 away.

4. Punjab FC have conceded in each of their last 15 matches.

5. Odisha wins 66% of matches when leading at halftime at home.

6. Punjab FC wins 44% of matches when leading 0-1 away.

7. Odisha’s recent form is better: 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss in last 4.

8. Punjab FC have only won 1 of their last 4 matches.

9. Odisha wins the first half in 24% of their games, Punjab in 39%.

10. Both teams are unbeaten in their last two matches.

Odisha vs Punjab Prediction

Odisha FC are the favourites heading into this clash due to their strong home form, better recent results, and attacking firepower. Punjab FC will need a disciplined defensive display and some Luka Majcen magic to stand a chance.

Prediction: Odisha FC 2-1 Punjab FC

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