After defeating Mumbai City in the last group-stage match of the season, the Mariners won the league shield and will now take against the Highlanders for the ISL Trophy.
On May 4th, at Kolkata’s Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, the Mohun Bagan Super Giants will square off against Mumbai City FC in the much anticipated ISL 2023-24 Final. For the last two seasons, these two teams have represented India’s growing footballing stage. The ISL shield was won by the Islanders last season, while the ISL crown was won by the Mariners. This year’s shield winners, will be seeking a repeat performance at VYBK, while Mumbai will be targeting the ISL Cup.
Antonio Lopez Habas and Petr Kratky are the managers vying for the championship. These two sides, who have a 1-1 record overall, will square off once again in the season finale, with the victorious side winning the trophy. If Mohun Bagan Super Giant wins the ISL title, then the Mariners will be first team in the history to win the treble at home- the Durand Cup, ISL League Shield and the ISL Trophy, all in the 2023-24 footballing season.
Mumbai City is on the other end have been the Mariners‘ most difficult opponent. So far, they’ve played two important games for two different trophies. Mohun Bagan has won both times. A pivotal shift in coaching saw Mohun Bagan’s fortunes change as they brought in Antonio Lopez Habas, the league’s most decorated coach, replacing Juan Ferrando. Similarly, Mumbai City made a mid-season coaching change, appointing Petr Kratky after Des Buckingham departed to manage Oxford United.
Mohun Bagan rallied to secure their place in the Championship final, overcoming a one-goal deficit to defeat Odisha FC with a 3-2 aggregate score. Meanwhile, the Islanders showcased their dominance in the semifinal second leg against FC Goa, cruising to a 5-2 victory over the two legs. In the semifinal’s first leg against FC Goa, Mumbai City turned the tables in the final moments. Despite trailing 2-0 until the 89th minute, they capitalized on swift counterattacks to snatch a dramatic 3-2 victory.
Mohun Bagan SG Team News
For getting sent off in the first game of the ISL semi-final against Odisha FC, Armando Sadiku of Mohun Bagan will not be able to play in the ISL final. Mohun Bagan’s attack will be led by Dimitri Petratos and Jason Cummings. The team’s defence will be led by manager Subhasish Bose. Joni Kauko and Deepak Tangri will be very important for the Mariners in the middle of the pitch.
Sahal Abdul Samad could take the place of Anirudh Thapa, and Liston Colaco is likely to move to the left side. Armando Sadiku, an Albanian forward, will not play for MBSG because he was suspended for making rude gestures at a referee.
Mumbai City FC Team News
Akash Mishra and Iker Guarrotxena are unavailable for the Islanders. It is anticipated that Jorge Pereyra Diaz would be the one to lead the line for Mumbai City FC, with Vikram Partap Singh and Lallianzuala Chhangte taking up positions on the flanks.
There is a good chance that Alberto Noguera will be playing in the middle of the pitch, while Krouma and Tiri will be the central defenders.
Head-To-Head
Mohun Bagan SG and Mumbai City have played each other 25 times. But Mumbai has won 11 times, while the Green and Maroon have only won seven times. There have been seven games that ended in a tie.
Matches Played – 9
Mohun Bagan wins – 1
Mumbai City wins – 6
Draws – 2
Predicted Lineups
Mohun Bagan Super Giants: Vishal Kaith (GK), Anwar Ali, Hector Yuste, Subhasish Bose, Abhishek Suryavanshi, Manvir Singh, Joni Kauko, Anirudh Thapa, Liston Colaco, Dimitri Petratos, Jason Cummings.
Mumbai City FC: Phurba Lachenpa (GK), Rahul Bheke, Thaer Krouma, Tiri, Mehtab Singh, Yoell van Nieff, Apuia Ralte, Jayesh Rane, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Vikram Pratp Singh, Jorge Pereyra Diaz.
Mohun Bagan SG vs Mumbai City FC Prediction
Mohun Bagan 2 – 2 Mumbai City FC (After end of 90 mins)
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