NorthEast United FC will lock horns with Mohammedan SC, while Jamshedpur FC take on Hyderabad FC in the final two Round of 16 fixtures on Thursday.

Shameel Chembakath shared his thoughts on the game as Hyderabad FC played out a 1-1 draw with Kerala Blasters FC to conclude their ISL campaign.

Sourav K's stunner helps Hyderabad FC secure a point at home against Kerala Blasters FC in the final game of the league phase.

The top six teams make it to the playoffs with the top two teams securing a direct place in the semi-finals.

Hyderabad FC, who won the reverse fixture by a 2-1 scoreline, will be looking to register their first league double over Kerala Blasters FC in the ISL.

Hyderabad FC's interim head coach backed his team to bounce back after a tough 3-1 defeat to Punjab FC, which ended their five-game unbeaten run at home.

Shami Singamayum, who became the youngest ISL goalscorer, and Muhammed Suhail, who provided an assist, shone in Punjab FC's victory in Hyderabad.

Thirteen Indian Super League (ISL) clubs and three I-League clubs will participate in the fifth edition of the tournament.  

Winless in their last three encounters against the Shers including two defeats, Hyderabad FC will aim to turn the tide with a home victory.

The East Bengal FC head coach expressed pride in his team's second-half performance as they secured a vital win to keep their playoff dream alive.

Hyderabad FC’s interim head coach stressed the need for defensive improvement following their 13th defeat of the season.

East Bengal FC left it late as Manoj Mohammad's own goal and Messi Bouli's clinical finish helped them pick up three points.