ISL 2024-25: Jamshedpur FC Visits Mohun Bagan Super Giant with 2-1 Lead, Aiming for Final
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Synopsis
Jamshedpur FC faces Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the second leg of the ISL 2024-25 semi-finals at VYBK. With a 2-1 lead from the first leg, Jamshedpur aims to secure their spot in the finals against a resilient Mohun Bagan team known for their home advantage.
Key Takeaways
- Jamshedpur FC leads 2-1 from the first leg.
- MBSG has a strong home record.
- 21 set-piece goals by MBSG this season.
- Jamshedpur FC needs to improve defense to maintain their lead.
- Coaches emphasize the importance of winning this match.
Kolkata, April 6 (NationPress) Jamshedpur FC will take on Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the second leg of their semi-final encounter in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) on Monday.
The squad led by Khalid Jamil secured a 2-1 win in the first leg, breaking the six-match unbeaten run of MBSG against the Red Miners.
As the League Shield champions, they will draw motivation from their flawless home record, having not conceded a goal in their last six matches at this venue.
To flip the scoreline and reach the finals for the third consecutive year, they will need to maintain this impressive streak.
MBSG has lost three of their last four playoff matches in the ISL, including their last two encounters. Prior to this slump, they had only lost twice in their first nine playoff games (W3 D4), a form they aim to rediscover in this matchup.
With a remarkable total of 21 goals scored from set-pieces this season, the most by any team in a single ISL campaign, Mohun Bagan Super Giant will rely on their proficiency in dead-ball situations to penetrate Jamshedpur FC’s defense.
Jamshedpur FC has netted multiple goals in their last four ISL matches, marking their second-best such performance ever. However, they have historically struggled to score more than once in consecutive games against MBSG, and the vigilant home defense will be keen to preserve this record.
Despite their impressive offensive form, the Red Miners have conceded a league-high 23 goals in the first half. Jamil will emphasize the need for his team to tighten their defense early to protect their aggregate lead.
Jose Molina, head coach of Mohun Bagan Super Giant, has emphasized the primary goal for the upcoming match: to advance to the finals.
“The only thought on my mind right now is the matchday. We must perform well and secure a victory – that’s our current objective,” he stated.
Khalid Jamil, head coach of Jamshedpur FC, acknowledged the strength of MBSG when playing at home.
“Our preparations for this match have remained consistent. There is no doubt that Mohun Bagan Super Giant plays exceptionally well, particularly at home,” he remarked.
In their previous 11 encounters, MBSG has won five times, while Jamshedpur FC has claimed victory four times, with two matches ending in draws.
