Highlanders travel to Bengaluru for crunch tie
Bengaluru FC host Northeast United in a crunch Indian Super League clash on Saturday
Northeast United FC will travel to Bengaluru to face Bengaluru FC in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) match on Saturday. The match will be played at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru and is scheduled to kick-off at 7:30 PM IST.
Northeast United FC
Northeast United FC are currently eighth in the ISL standings with 14 points from 13 matches. They have won four, drawn two, and lost seven of their matches so far. In their previous match, they lost 2-0 to Jamshedpur FC.
Bengaluru FC
Bengaluru FC are currently second in the ISL standings with 22 points from 13 matches. They have won six, drawn four, and lost three of their matches so far. In their previous match, they drew 1-1 with Hyderabad FC.
Head-to-head record
Bengaluru FC have a good head-to-head record against Northeast United FC. They have won four of their six meetings, while Northeast United FC have won one and one match has ended in a draw.
Team news
Northeast United FC will be without the services of suspended defender Benjamin Lambot. Bengaluru FC will be without the services of injured midfielder Cleiton Silva.
Key players
- Northeast United FC: Federico Gallego, Khassa Camara, Romain Philippoteaux
- Bengaluru FC: Sunil Chhetri, Javi Hernandez, Harmanpreet Singh
Prediction
Bengaluru FC are the favorites to win this match. They are in good form and have a strong squad. However, Northeast United FC are a dangerous team and they will be looking to cause an upset.
Conclusion
The match between Bengaluru FC and Northeast United FC is a crucial one for both teams. Bengaluru FC will be looking to strengthen their position in the top four, while Northeast United FC will be looking to move up the table. It is sure to be an exciting match.