Atletico de Kolkata vs Chennaiyin FC Match Preview

Atletico de Kolkata vs Chennaiyin FC Match Preview

The heavyweights of ISL will go head to head at the Salt Lake stadium in Kolkata as Atletico host high flying Chennaiyin side.

Kolkata are showing signs of weariness in the twilight of first half of the league while Elano driven Southerners are peaking just at the right time. This battle will decide who will be on top of the table in GW 8. A mouthwatering clash is on the cards.

Key battles

Borja Fernandes vs Elano

This is where the souls of both the teams rest. Elano is the creative spark of the team while Borja and Nato form the pillar of Kolkata midfield. Borja will be the one to mark the ‘free-kick’ specialist Elano who is waiting to be fouled at each and every moment. And make sure that they don’t provide him with any deadball situations in and around the box.

Fikru Terfera vs Mikael Silvestre

Fikru was the sensation when ISL started but the Ethiopian has cooled off a bit since his return from the ban. On the other hand Silvestre is getting younger by the day as he is just putting in solid performances by the day. He was superb against Pune and will look to put in a similar performance at the Salt Lake as well.

Players to watch out

Atletico de Kolkata

Ofentse Nato –

He is the perfect partner to Borja’s technical abilities. His key interceptions and comfort on the ball help Kolkata retain possession and also help in unlocking of the defence.

Chennayin FC

Stiven Mendoza –

He is on fire at the moment and only one in the Chennayin attack who is matching Elano at the moment. He is their second best player.