Bengaluru FC vs Mohun Bagan SG: Clash of Titans at Sree Kanteerava Stadium
Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 match between Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the iconic Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. With Sunil Chhetri leading the Blues and Dimitri Petratos starting for the Mariners, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Bengaluru FC Eyes Home Dominance
Bengaluru FC has had a stellar start to its home campaign this season, securing victories against both East Bengal and Hyderabad FC. The Blues, under the guidance of coach Gerard Zaragoza, will look to extend their unbeaten streak at home, having won eight of their last nine fixtures at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. However, their only loss in that span came at the hands of Mohun Bagan, making this match an opportunity for redemption.
Coach Zaragoza remains confident yet cautious, stating, “Winning or losing depends on how teams perform every week. My job is to ensure we motivate the players to win the next game.”
Mohun Bagan SG on the Road for the First Time
The Mariners, reigning ISL champions, will play their first away game of the season. With a strong lineup featuring the likes of Dimitri Petratos and Greg Stewart, Mohun Bagan SG will be eager to disrupt Bengaluru’s home fortress and assert their dominance on the road.
Kick-off Time and Broadcast Information
The match is set to kick off at 7:30 PM IST on Saturday, September 28, at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. Fans can watch the game live on the Sports18 network or stream it online via the Jio Cinema app and website.
Predicted Lineups for Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan SG
Bengaluru FC Predicted XI:
- Goalkeeper: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
- Defenders: Nikhil Poojary, Rahul Bheke, Aleksandar Jovanovic, Naorem Roshan Singh
- Midfielders: Suresh Singh, Pedro Capo, Alberto Noguera, Vinith Venkatesh
- Forwards: Sunil Chhetri, Jorge Pereyra Diaz
Mohun Bagan SG Predicted XI:
- Goalkeeper: Vishal Kaith
- Defenders: Tom Aldred, Asish Rai, Subhasish Bose, Dippendu Biswas
- Midfielders: Manvir Singh, Anirudh Thapa, Liston Colaco, Greg Stewart
- Forwards: Dimitri Petratos, Jamie Maclaren
Starting Lineups for Bengaluru FC vs Mohun Bagan SG
Bengaluru FC Starting XI:
- Goalkeeper: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
- Defenders: Nikhil Poojary, Rahul Bheke, Aleksandar Jovanovic, Naorem Roshan Singh
- Midfielders: Suresh Singh, Pedro Capo, Alberto Noguera, Vinith Venkatesh
- Forwards: Sunil Chhetri (C), Mendez
Mohun Bagan SG Starting XI:
- Goalkeeper: Vishal Kaith
- Defenders: Tom Aldred, Asish Rai, Subhasish Bose, Dippendu Biswas
- Midfielders: Manvir Singh, Lalengmawia Ralte, Abhishek Suryavanshi, Greg Stewart
- Forwards: Dimitri Petratos, Jason Cummings
Match Preview: High Stakes for Both Teams
Bengaluru FC comes into this match with the momentum of two home wins, aiming to make their home ground a fortress. On the other hand, Mohun Bagan SG, with their star-studded lineup, will be looking to make a statement as they embark on their first away match of the season. Both teams have high stakes, and fans are anticipating an electrifying encounter between two of the ISL’s strongest contenders.
Stay tuned for live updates, highlights, and post-match reactions!