ISL 2024-25: Mohun Bagan Seeks to Overcome Jamshedpur’s Counterattacking Strength
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Synopsis
In a pivotal ISL 2024-25 clash, Jamshedpur FC hosts Mohun Bagan Super Giant, aiming to counter their strong performance while seeking to extend their winning streak.
Key Takeaways
- Mohun Bagan is at the top with 35 points.
- Jamshedpur FC could narrow the gap with a win.
- Both teams have significant historical matchups.
- Mohun Bagan is on a 12-game scoring streak.
- Coaches emphasize team focus and performance improvement.
Jamshedpur, Jan 16 (NationPress) Jamshedpur FC is set to face Mohun Bagan Super Giant in an Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 matchup at the JRD Tata Sports Complex this Friday, aiming to neutralize the home side's counter-attacking strength in this crucial fixture.
Currently, Mohun Bagan Super Giant holds a commanding position at the top of the points table, accumulating 35 points from 15 matches with 11 wins and 2 draws. In contrast, Jamshedpur FC is in fourth place with 27 points from 14 games. Notably, a victory for Jamshedpur could narrow the gap to the Mariners, especially since they have a game in hand over the Jose Molina-led squad.
Jamshedpur FC is eager to extend their winning streak to four games, while Mohun Bagan Super Giant aims to achieve a league double over the Red Miners for the second consecutive season.
Last season, the Red Miners experienced their longest winning streak in 2022, achieving seven consecutive victories, including a 1-0 win over Mohun Bagan Super Giant. However, they have faced challenges recently, losing their last three ISL encounters against the Mariners and failing to score in the last two. Another loss would match their joint-longest losing streak against any team in ISL history.
On the other hand, Mohun Bagan Super Giant is enjoying a scoring spree, finding the net in each of their last 12 ISL matches (totaling 25 goals). A goal in this upcoming match would establish a new record for the Mariners' longest scoring streak in the league.
Having triumphed in the previous fixture with a score of 3-0 on November 23, they are looking to achieve consecutive league doubles over Jamshedpur FC, a feat they have previously accomplished against East Bengal FC, Hyderabad FC, and NorthEast United FC.
In their nine ISL encounters, Jamshedpur FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant have seen the Mariners win five times, the Red Miners three times, with one match ending in a draw.
Jamshedpur FC's head coach Khalid Jamil emphasized the importance of focusing on his team's processes while discussing the strengths of the Mohun Bagan Super Giant squad. “The most crucial aspect is our team. We must concentrate on ourselves,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Mohun Bagan Super Giant's head coach Jose Molina affirmed his commitment to pushing his team to improve, regardless of their results when asked about their ability to convert more chances into goals.
“I’m pleased with the team's performance. However, my role is to enhance the team in every aspect during each game,” he concluded.
