Pune City will look to get some kind of momentum going for them as they host one of the consistent teams in Super League. The Eastenders have played an exciting brand of football throughout the tournament. Ricki Herbert’s young side is tipped to be one of the semifinalists by the punters.
It will be an exciting clash as the two contrasts of the league will go head to head at Balewadi in Pune.
Key Battles
David Trezeguet vs Miguel Garcia
It will be a mouthwatering clash and also one which could make or rak the tie for both the teams. Trezeguet it seems now his found his scoring boots so he is getting as lethal it can be. On the other hand NorthEast is one of the meanest defense in the league. And their defensive solidity can be attributed to Miguel Garcia. Garcia has been a rock for the Seven Sisters’ side. Both the players will be looking to upset each other to get their respective teams an advantage.
Kostas Kastouranis vs Koke
Kostas has been one of the most influential player for the Pune team as he has suddenly transformed a lackluster Pune midfield into the one which can steamroll any midfield in the league on its day. But he’ll have his plate full with Koke looming around. We all know what the Spaniard is capable when he is given time and space on the ball in opposition’s half. One battle to watch out!
Key Players
FC Pune City –
Arindam Bhattacharya – The Indian stopper has impressed one and all when he came on as a sub for the inhured keeper Bellardi. The Kolkata lad is one of the top young keepers in the land and he will be key to the fortunes of Pune City. Bellardi had been immense for the hosts till he got injured. Bhattacharya has got big boots to fill today or maybe till the end of
NorthEast United SC –
James Keene – The Englishman has been somewhat of an unsung hero for the All Whites. He may not contribute with the goals as much as the others but his presence gives them a solid balance which many sides in the league are yet to find.
TFM predicts a 0-2 win for NorthEast United SC
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