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A season that began with high expectations ended in disappointment as Kerala Blasters fell short of the playoffs.

In addition to a distinguished playing career, Catala has quickly built a promising managerial resume.

These teams leveraged their home advantage to clinch crucial wins throughout the league stage.

Only Mumbai City FC and Odisha FC left in the the race for this season's final playoff spot at the end of Matchweek 25.

Mohun Bagan SG's Maclaren and Kerala Blasters FC forward Jimenez have stamped their authority in contrasting fashions and have been key players for their respective teams.

The race for the League Shield and the playoff spot intensified in Matchweek 19

East Bengal FC's Kerala-born winger Vishnu and Kerala Blasters FC's youngster Korou Singh have impressed, stepping up for the respective teams during challenging times marked by injuries and inconsistency.

Here are the standout performers from the recent Matchweek, where many matches were fiercely contested and tightly fought.

Six of the eight matches in Matchweek 17 ended in draws, heating up the race for the League Shield and playoff qualification.

The Kochi-based side have lost just once in five matches under the new interim head coach.

Matchweek 17 will be one of the biggest Matchweeks this season, with eight games scheduled and three teams set to play twice.

Only two home teams were able to record victories as a total of 18 goals were scored across six matches.