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When the Kerala Blasters take on Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Tuesday, February 7, it might be the start of yet another thrilling Southern derby. Despite losing three of their last four games, the Blasters are in complete control of the playoff spot. However, they need to be careful of Marina Machans, who has had a string of bad results recently and is desperate to finish in the top six.
To secure a playoff spot, Thomas Brdaric’s team must improve and produce results at the season’s conclusion. Dimitrios Diamantakos, who has located his shooting boots, will be the focus of all attention. On Tuesday, he will be a significant asset to Ivan Vukamanovic’s team. On the other hand, Chennaiyin FC is more likely to start their star attacking midfielder Nasser El-Khayati, who scored in his first start after a layoff due to injury.
Here we go Match No. 1 for Chennai Blitz.
— Chennai Blitz (@ChennaiBlitz) February 7, 2023
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The southern derby has long been a popular fixture, and with the stakes at an all-time high, this game may turn out to be another close contest. However, while their rivals have struggled to produce results, the Blasters have performed admirably at home. The team led by Ivan Vukomanovic leads going into the matchup with Chennaiyin FC.
Prediction: Kerala Blasters 2-1 Chennaiyin FC.
With eight draws in the Indian Super League’s (ISL) history, it takes something to separate the two teams. With six victories, Chennaiyin FC has a slight advantage over Kerala Blasters, which has five.
Total games: 19
Kerala Blasters wins: 5
Draws: 8
Chennaiyin FC wins: 6
Vukomanovic stated that Apostolos Giannou has struggled with a fever, and the Blasters have had some issues. The Australian may play against Chennaiyin FC, but goalkeeper Prabhsukhan Gill might not be ready for it. Influential defender Marko Leskovic has been training with the team after missing four games and may return to the starting lineup on Tuesday.
In the meantime, Chennaiyin FC’s Ajith Kumar is back from a suspension and could take over for Edwin Vanspaul at right back. After a lengthy absence, Nasser El Khayati, who made his debut against Odisha FC, should keep his spot. Marina Machans does not have any injuries to worry about.
ചെന്നൈ പോരിന് കൊമ്പന്മാർ തയ്യാർ 🐘👊🏻
— Kerala Blasters FC (@KeralaBlasters) February 7, 2023
The Southern Rivalry returns to Kaloor today! 🔥#KBFCCFC #ഒന്നായിപോരാടാം #KBFC #KeralaBlasters
Kerala Blasters (4-2-3-1):
Chennaiyin FC (4-2-3-1):
Country | Channels |
United Kingdom | BoxNation |
Germany | DAZN, DAZN2 |
United States | Fox Soccer Plus, ViX |
France | Molotov, Free, L’Equipe, L’Equipe Web |
Nepal | SONY TEN 3 HD, Sony LIV, SONY TEN 3 |
India | JioTV, SONY TEN 3 HD, SONY TEN 3, Sony LIV |
Sri Lanka | Sony LIV, SONY TEN 3, SONY TEN 3 HD |