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Jamshedpur FC take on NorthEast United FC in their next Indian Super League clash, and both teams are fighting to avoid finishing bottom of the league table.
It hasn’t been a good season for either side but JFC were victorious when the two sides met at the start of the season at the Furnace.
This time around, with a new head coach and lots of pride to play for, the Highlanders will present a different challenge on their home turf.
Individual battles across the field could be worth looking out for and here are some of them.
Pratik Chaudhari vs Romain Philippoteaux
After returning to the starting eleven against Mumbai City FC, Pratik Chaudhari has shown that he has what it takes to retain his place in the side amid tough competition for places.
Pratik successfully stopped Greg Stewart on multiple occasions last time out and this time will have Romain Philippoteaux to look after.
The Frenchman has been key to NorthEast attacks, but will have to be at his very best on Saturday if the home side are to pick up a win.
Pronay Halder vs Pragyan Gogoi
Pronay Halder has been brilliant since making his debut for the Men of Steel in January, and will once again be marshalling the midfield in Guwahati.
Young Pragyan Gogoi has been equally bright for the opposition, stepping into the midfield setup with ease and taking control of games even when the team hasn’t performed well.
The home support will look to the 24-year-old as one of their own while Halder will be tasked to keep him in check in a very intriguing midfield battle.
Ishan Pandita vs Aaron Evans
Aaron Evans may be the first choice at the back for the NorthEast outfit, but he won’t be happy with the number of goals his side have conceded this season.
The leaky defence will be making Ishan Pandita’s mouth water as he attempts to get back into the starting lineup and cause mayhem in the Highlanders’ back line.
This battle promises to be a very interesting one with either the Australian or the Indian striker coming out on top.
