For SC East Bengal, it will be all about saving some pride after being mathematically out of the race for the playoffs after losing to Odisha FC in their previous fixture.
While SC East Bengal will play the role of party hunters for Kerala, the game should be a three point taker as they are ahead of ATK Mohun Bagan and Hyderabad FC, the two teams above them in the league table, in the next two matches. after Monday.
For head coach Ivan Vukomanovic, his team’s set-piece crisis will be a cause for concern, as SC East Bengal tend to score a lot more than him.
Kerala Blasters could be without Ruiva Hormipam, Harmanjot Khabra and Marko Leskovic for the next game, all of whom are either injured, suspended or not fully fit.
“We have enough players in our squad. So we have a big squad. Some more players will take the place. I’m not worried. I believe these boys can do the job. we will see tomorrow. I’m glad these boys will get some game time,” Vokomanovic said.
“We are confident for tomorrow’s game. Now every game is important. We have to be completely focused and ready to fight for all the battles.”
Sitting 10th on the points table with just 10 points to show in 16 matches, SC East Bengal will have nothing to lose. They have managed to win just one game so far and head coach Mario Rivera will be eager to turn that figure.
“I am sure top teams will not be happy to play SC East Bengal now because they know we will be very difficult team to beat. Our focus is on winning the next match.”
“KBFC has a very balanced side. His attack and defense are well balanced. Of course, they will miss some players in tomorrow’s game but their team has great depth and they are doing well in the ISL.”
The last time the two sides met, the game ended in a 1-1 draw.
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