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Kerala Blasters vs Mumbai City FC Preview

Nov 12, 2014 15:53
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Kerala Blasters vs Mumbai City FC Preview


David James’ boys will host Nicholas Anelka backed Mumbai City in Kochi as both teams will look on to consolidate their prospects of a semi-final berth as the tournament enters into its business end. Peter Reid will be hoping that his other players start to perform up to the mark as they are getting over-reliant on their French talisman.


Blasters will be looking to capitalize on their extended home run against an inconsistent Mumbai side.


Key Battles


Sandesh Jhingan vs Nicolas Anelka




It is a direct face off between their teams’ leaders in the respective departments. Jhinghan has been a no-nonsense defender for Blasters and has not been shy to put his body on line for the team’s cause. 



On the other hand, Nicholas Anelka is heart and soul of the Blue Boys as he is their creative spark and a leader who inspires the entire team. This duel will settle the tie for their team as both are pivotal for their team’s prospects.


Penn Orji vs Jan Štohanzl




A midfield duel is always the one which all the fans enjoy the most as it is the most keenly fought battle on field. Midfield’s performances more often than not dictate the team’s fortunes and that has exactly been the in case in this year’s ISL. Yellows’ captain will have a task to contain Mumbai’s all action midfielder Štohanzl. This will be the one battle we’d personally like to keep an eye on.



Players to watch


Kerala Blasters


Iain Hume – 



The Englishman has blown a bit hot and cold this year in ISL as he has struggled a bit to acclimatize to sub-continental conditions. But we all know what he is capable of and he just a moment away from exploding.


Mumbai City FC


Subrata Paul – 



The former Pune FC stopper and Indian international has proved that local players can shine in this tournament despite being a keeper. The Kolkata lad is a fan’s favourite and by far one of the reasons for Mumbai’s credible league position.


Form Guide


Kerala Blasters: DWLWD

Mumbai City: DWWLL


Prediction : Kerala Blasters 1 - 2 Mumbai City 


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