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Odisha FC heads into the ISL Playoffs for the second consecutive season and this year under Sergio Lobera intending to reach the semifinals for the first time.
The Kalinga Warriors turned it around at home last time they faced Kerala Blasters. A brace from Roy Krishna both headed goals was enough for Odisha FC to secure all three points.
Sergio’s Odisha FC has set the record of staying unbeaten at home this ISL season. A remarkable feat consisting of eight wins, and three draws. Amrinder Singh leads the race for the ISL Golden Glove with nine clean sheets to his name. Odisha FC was the first side to secure a spot in the ISL Playoffs with five games to go in the league stage.
Sergio Lobera made eight changes to his Starting XI in the last league stage game against NorthEast United FC. Notable players like Amrinder Singh, Diego Mauricio, Puitea, and many more were rested focusing on the ISL Playoffs.
The squad is fit and the availability of players will boost Sergio’s options ahead of the game tonight. Roy will look to edge past rival Diamatakos as the Fiji International is currently second in the Golden Boot race.
Kerala Blasters’ focus of concern will be keeping a clean sheet as Ivan’s side has conceded in their last 10 games. The Yellow Army has conceded 39% of their goals from set-pieces. The Kalinga Warriors have scored on 12 such instances this season against various teams.
Naocha Singh misses out on this game as he serves a suspension. Luna and Dimitir’s availability raises concern for the Kerala Blasters.
Odisha FC vs Kerala Blasters FC will kick off at 19:30 IST at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. The game will be broadcast live on Sports18, VH1 India, and live-streamed on JioCinema.
