Chennaiyin vs Odisha FC – (13/1/2021) – ISL Match Predictions & Tips

The match between Chennaiyin FC and Odisha FC will be played on the 13th of January at the GMC Stadium in Bambolim, Goa.

The match will start at 07:30 PM IST and will be aired live on Star Sports 1 SD and HD, Star Sports 2 HD and SD (English), Star Sports Hindi 1 SD and HD, and Star Sports 3. The live streaming of the match will also be available on Disney+ Hotstar VIP and Jio TV.

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Preview: Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC

Chennaiyin FC lock horns with Odisha FC in an exciting Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Wednesday. Chennaiyin FC, two-time ISL champions, find themselves at the 8th spot on the points table after winning just 2 of the 10 games they’ve played. Hence, we can expect a tough fight from them as they play against bottom spot owners Odisha FC. Interestingly, Chennaiyin FC played their last game against Odisha FC and it resulted in a draw.

Speaking of Odisha FC, they currently have 6 points to their name in the season. The Stuart Baxter coached team tasted their first victory of ISL 2020-21 when they defeated Kerala Blasters FC 4-2 at the GMC Stadium on 07th January. Winning in the upcoming games will be crucial for them if they want to climb up from their last spot.

Injury and availability updates

Chennaiyin FC’s Rafael Crivellaro has suffered an ankle injury and will miss the rest of the season.

Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC probable XI

Chennaiyin FC: Probable XI

Vishal Kaith, Reagan Singh, Anirudh Thapa, Enes Sipovic, Eli Sabia, Jerry Lalrinzuala, Deepak Tangri, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Jakub Sylvestr, Esmael Gonclaves, Rahim Ali.

Chennaiyin FC complete squad

Goalkeepers: Revanth BY, Samik Mitra, Karanjit Singh, Vishal Kaith

Defenders: Reagan Singh, Deepak Tangri, Eli Sabia, Jerry Lalrinzuala, Enes Sipovic, Lalchhuanmawia Fanai, Aqib Nawab, Remi Aimol, Ganesan Balaji.

Midfielders: Anirudh Thapa, Thoi Singh, Abhijit Sarkar, Srinivasan Pandiyan, Aman Chetri, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Rafael Crivellaro, Edwin Vanspaul, Dhanpal Ganesh, Germanpreet Singh, Memo Moura, Fatkhullo Fatkhuloev.

Forwards: Rahim Ali, Esmael Goncalves, Jakub Sylvestr.

Odisha FC: Probable XI

Arshdeep Singh, Vinit Rai, Jacob Tratt, Hendry Antonay, Gaurav Bora, Steven Taylor, Cole Alexander, Daniel Lalhlimpuia, Nandhakumar Sekar, Diego Mauricio, Jerry Mawihmingthanga.

Odisha FC complete squad

Goalkeepers: Arshdeep Singh, Kamaljit Singh, Ravi Kumar, Ankit Bhuyan.

Defenders: Gaurav Bora, Mohammad Dhot, Saurabh Meher, Steven Taylor, Jacob Tratt, Shubham Sarangi, Hendry Antonay, Kamalpreet Singh, George D’Souza.

Midfielders: Paul Ramfangzauva, Samuel Lalmuanpuia, Cole Alexander, Nandhakumar Sekar, Vinit Rai, Thoiba Singh, Isak Vanlalruatfela, Boaringdao Bodo, Lahrezuala Sailung, Jerry Mawihmingthana.

Forwards: Daniel Lalhlimpuia, Marcelo Pereira, Manuel Onwu, Diego Mauricio, Laishram Singh.

Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC predictions: Recommended players

Goalkeeper: Vishal Kaith

Defenders: Steven Taylor, Enes Sipvoic, Eli Sabia

Midfielders: Lallianzuala Chhangte, Cole Alexander, Anirudh Thapa, Jerry Mawihmingthanga

Forwards: Jakub Sylvestr, Diego Mauricio, Rahim Ali

Top picks for Chennaiyin FC vs Odisha FC

Vishal Kaith has been a key asset for Chennaiyin FC in ISL 2020-21. With a save percentage of 75.5%, Kaith has saved 29 goals for his side so far. He will again be looking to save major goals in the upcoming clash.

Diego Mauricio is another top pick for the upcoming game. In the 10 matches he has played in ISL 2020-21, Mauricio has scored 5 goals for his side. Also, he has managed to make 4 successful clearances and 3 blocks in the tournament till now.

Defender Enes Sipvoic is in good form and will likely be creating an impact in the next game. With a passing accuracy of 74.5%, Sipvoic has managed 47 clearances and 18 blocks this season.

Man of the match prediction 

Diego Mauricio is the likely prospect for the ‘Man of the Match’ title in the upcoming game. 

Winner prediction

Chennaiyin FC would face off for the second time in the ISL. The last time they played against each other was at the GMC Stadium, the game which resulted in a draw. Taking into account the recent form and their aim to move up on the points table, the upcoming clash would undoubtedly be an interesting one.

As for the winning prediction, one would back Odisha FC to win in the upcoming game, given the fact that Chennaiyin FC has historically struggled against the Kalinga Warriors.

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Last Updated on January 30, 2021