The East Indian derby returns to India’s football capital as NorthEast United travel to Salt Lake tomorrow. The Seven Sisters will be hoping to get some kind of momentum against the table toppers to get their campaign back on track.
Key Battles
Luis García vs Joan Capdevila
The two Spaniards will be looking to get one up on each other as they are pivotal to their sides in their respective departments. Luis Garcia has been providing the creative spark from midfield while Capdevila is leader of Highlanders’ defense. A mouthwatering clash that will turn the clock back to the heydays in Spanish La Liga in early 2000’s.
Arnab Mondal vs Koke
Koke is soul of NorthEast’s midfield and he has been at the helm of everything All Whites have done in the attacking third. On the other hand, Mondal is Kolkata’s defensive rock. Mondal will have to keep Koke in check if Kolkata wants to do a derby double.
Players to watch
Atlético de Kolkata
Fikru Teferra – The Ethiopian has been quite for sometime after making an explosive start to the season. He will be looking to get his scoring boots on against a youthful NorthEast side.
NorthEast United
Felipe de Castro – The Brazilian impressed ne and all with his debut performance and looks like he will take the league by storm with his pace and skills. What a day to shine than a derby day on enemy territory!
Form Guide
Atlético de Kolkata: DLDDW
NorthEast United FC: DDLDW
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