The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season is going to be more catching and engaging with the inclusion of Mohammedan SC as the thirteenth team.

Like the opening two months, November will be nothing short of extraordinary, especially for Kerala Blasters FC, who will have a couple of crucial fixtures that could shape their position in the points table.

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20 matches will be played in this month, where Mumbai City FC and Kerala Blasters FC have three games each. With all the teams striving to solidify their position in the top half of the table and high-stake clashes set to take place, we have figured out the standout fixtures to keep an eye on in November.

Mumbai City FC vs Kerala Blasters FC (November 3, Monday, Mumbai)

The Islanders share a cagey rivalry with the Blasters that promise the forthcoming clash is going to be enthirling in the second matchday of this month.

Mumbai City FC are unbeaten in 15 out of their 20 meetings with Kerala Blasters FC. Hierover, Both teams won once in their last two outings in the ISL. 

Under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Mikael Stahre this time, the Blasters could display different style of play when they take on the defending ISL Cup winners this time.

Jamshedpur FC vs Chennaiyin FC (November 4, Monday, Jamshedpur)

This fixture will show familiar foes crossing paths as Jamshedpur FC host Chennaiyin FC in their first home game of the month.

Former Jamshedpur FC head coach will return to the Furnace with several players like Daniel Chima Chukwu, Elsinho Diaz, PC Laldinpuia and others who played for the Men of Steel in the last ISL season. 

The Marina Machans hold a huge share against Jamshedpur FC as they are unbeaten in 11 out of their 14 faceoffs. As Khalid Jamil at the helm of Jamshedpur FC this time, the hosts could expect a positive outcome from this fixture.

East Bengal FC vs Mohammedan SC (November 9, Saturday, Kolkata)

The old Kolkata Football rivalry is set to reignite in the stage of ISL as the two giants, East Bengal FC and Mohammedan SC, will lock horns after a couple of years' gap.

The Black Panthers who found themselves in the top tier of Indian football after a hiatus of 10 years. The reigning I-League champions will be vying for a memorable debut season in the ISL.

Whereas, the Red and Gold Brigade who are yet to cross the playoff bound, will be determined to consolidate their spot in the top six with a more balanced squad this year.

Odisha FC vs Mohun Bagan SG (November 10, Sunday, Bhubaneswar)

The two teams faced each other six times last season with both teams securing two wins apiece with the remaining two matches ending as draws. The two sides played out the semi-finals last season where the Mariners edged past the Kalinga Warriors on aggregate thanks to a late winner from Sahal Abdul Samad that sent the Kolkata Giants to the final.

Odisha FC who will now be in their second season under Sergio Lobera will look to close that gap over the teams that finished above them and launch a stronger bid for the League Shield and the Cup. This game against Mohun Bagan SG at home will provide a chance for Odisha FC to underline their title credentials.

Kerala Blasters FC vs Chennaiyin FC (November 24, Sunday, Kerala)

When it comes to Kerala Blasters FC and Chennaiyin FC, there is no love lost. A rivalry that has grown since the crazy semi-final tie in the inaugural season that saw Chennaiyin FC wipe out a three-goal first-leg deficit to force the tie into extra-time, only for the Blasters to steal a goal and a place in the final under their noses. 

Chennaiyin FC haven’t won in Kochi in more than four years and Owen Coyle’s team would be keen to end that run especially having avoided defeat against the Blasters last season. The Marina Machans have only won twice in Kochi in their history and they would want to improve on that record this season. Kerala Blasters FC on the other hand would be hoping to maintain their strong home record this season and few victories are sweeter than one of their southern rivals.

Kerala Blasters FC vs FC Goa (November 28, Thursday, Kerala)

The game between these two sides was one of the matches of the season and Kerala Blasters FC made a stunning comeback from 0-2 down to beat FC Goa 4-2 in Kochi. It was a match that virtually ended the Gaurs’ hopes of winning the Shield.

FC Goa’s last win in Kochi came back in 2018, the season they won they reached the final and if the Gaurs are to repeat that feat, they’d probably have to pick up full points in Kochi.