Battle of defending Silverware Holders as Jamshedpur hosts in-form Hyderabad

The stage is set at the Furnace as defending champions Hyderabad FC go toe-to-toe with last year’s league winners Jamshedpur FC in the Hero Indian Super League (ISL) at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur on Wednesday.

On the one hand, Hyderabad FC are unbeaten this season; and the other, is Jamshedpur FC who have a 100% face-off record against the visitors.  

The hosts have lost just eight games out of 28 at the Furnace. Additionally, the Red Miners are used to striking early, as all their goals this season have come in the first half; however, the overall scoring has been lacking and they have exactly four goals from four games at the moment as they sit in ninth place.

Defender Eli Sabia is injured and Pratik Chaudhari is expected to take his place alongside Peter Hartley in defence. Jamshedpur FC will be relying on Boris Singh and Ritwik Das to find their strikers from the flanks. The midfield battle between Wellington Priori and Joao Victor will be one to keep an eye on.

“They [HFC] have been together as a team for three years. That gives them stability,” said Boothroyd. “For us, I was very disappointed with the performance against FC Goa. The second half was better but still not what we expect or what we demand from each other. And what better place to put that right than playing against the current leaders of the division? They are a good team with a good coach. We are all excited and looking forward to it,” he added.

Hyderabad FC are unbeaten in five games so far. The defending champions have won four and drawn one game this season. Additionally, they have also kept four consecutive clean sheets. A shutout against Jamshedpur will see them equal FC Goa’s (2018-19) and Mumbai City FC’s (2014) record of five successive clean sheets.

Bartholomew Ogbeche was benched in their last game to give Borja Herrera a start. If Javier Siverio starts up front, Marquez will have three options for the number ten role – Herrera, Ogbeche or Joel Chianese. Halicharan Narzary and Mohammad Yasir have cemented their places in the starting eleven after a series of consistent performances. In defence, Nikhil Poojary was named Hero of the Match in the last game as defensive duo Chinglensana Singh and Odei Onaindia were rock solid in defence.

“They are the Shield winners and we are the defending champions. But every season is different. One big difference for us is continuity. Jamshedpur have retained most of the squad, but it is not easy when you change the coach,” said Marquez. “Owen Coyle had a very clear style. Jamshedpur play really well; sometimes, they cannot, like against Goa. These things happen when playing under a new coach. Despite that, it will be a tough game and let’s see what happens tomorrow,” he added.

The two sides have met each other six times in the Hero ISL. Four games have ended in draws, and the Red Miners have won two. Hyderabad FC will essentially have to break Jamshedpur FC’s unbeaten streak against them to extend their current streak.

Also Read: Mumbai feels like home now: Bipin Singh

For more trial-related updates click: Latest trials updates in Mumbai Football

Bank of India announces open trial for Mumbai Corporate League Campaign

Bank of India is set to make its mark in the Mumbai Corporate League and is looking for exceptional football talent to bolster its squad. The trial is scheduled for…

Share

India Khelo Football Workshop returns to Mumbai for its 4th Season

The Indian Khelo Football (IKF) Workshop returns to Mumbai this September, bringing with it an exceptional platform for aspiring footballers to showcase their skills and seize opportunities that could transform…

Share

Somaiya FC announces trials for the upcoming 2024-25 Season

Somaiya FC, having secured a commendable 5th position in the MFA Super Division last season, has announced open trials as they gear up for upcoming season. The team, known for…

Share

VR Academy to conduct trials for 2024-25 Season

Mumbai based VR Academy has announced trials for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The club is looking for talented young players to join our esteemed academy and participate in various competitive…

Share

MH ORANJE FC U-17 Trials for the Upcoming Season

With a proud legacy of nurturing talent and achieving excellence, Maharashtra Oranje FC has recently made waves with appearances in I-League 2, securing a remarkable runner-up position in the fiercely…

Share

Football School of India announce trials for Young Talents

Football School of India (FSI) has announced trials for young football enthusiasts in the upcoming week of June. A golden opportunity for aspiring players to showcase their talents and potentially…

Share

Mumbai Super League club Charkop FC to conduct open trials for upcoming Season

Calling all aspiring football stars! Charkop FC, a MFA super division club based in Charkop, Kandivali, is set to conduct Open Trials for the upcoming season. About Charkop FC: In…

Share

Mumbai 42 Football Academy to conduct trials for Youth players

Newly established Mumbai 42 Football Academy will be conducting trials for young footballers in the upcoming week.

Share

SSE BFC to conduct trials for U9 to U17 age group players

SSE BFC Soccer School will be conducting fresh trials this month for players aged below 17 to be part of their football program SSE BFC Soccer Schools is a football…

Share

India Khelo Football Season 3 Trials for Mumbai and Thane are here

India Khelo Football (IKF) is back with Season 3 of its widely acclaimed trials with an aim to cover more than 50 cities this time around. After the resounding success…

Share