Tomorrow, we take on FC Goa. The last leap before we head home and get a week’s time to gear up for three home matches back to back. In that light, and because of the lost points against Chennaiyin FC, the game against FC Goa becomes extremely crucial. We have beaten FC Goa at home, a double over them would see us soar into the top 4 once again, with the home advantage to look forward to in the next 3 games.Zico’s men have been in a resurrection of their own after a lukewarm start to the tournament. While they haven’t really been belting in goals, Zico’s boys have played a very attacking brand of Football. Franco Colomba’s priority will be to rely on his most trusted soldiers in defence against Goa. The home team has had 133 shots on goal already this season, but it is their low conversion rate that has hurt them badly. FC Pune City, however, having scored the same number of goals (9) in the season, have been a much better defensive outfit with 282 interceptions and 76 blocks.The defence has done a commendable job in the away trip, with the trio of Cirillo-Magliochetti-Arindam doing really well to block out oppositions. Franco Colomba might not make too many changes to a trusted back line and instead choose to pick the right combination in the midfield and attack. The coach may choose to continue with Pritam Kotal or give local boy Lenny a start. Lenny Rodrigues, born in Goa, is a favorite with the home crowd and is no stranger to playing in this city. Like Lenny, Joaquim Abranches would be raring to have a go in a city he knows too well!However, it will be interesting to see if Joaquim gets a chance to start the game. Coach Franco Colomba has not been shy of experimenting with his formations this season- with Dudu and Trezeguet being his favorite options to start upfront. While Israil Gurung had a rare off game against Chennaiyin FC and Jermaine Pennant yet to show his entire range of skills, there couldn’t be a better time to set the stage on fire.It is difficult to say who will hold the edge in this match. While the Goans searching for a goal scoring form come up against a resolute FC Pune City defence, they do have the home support to back them up! However, one thing is for certain. With the top 4 slot still anybody’s to claim- the fight will be on till the very last second.Punekars! Here is how you can make the most of your weekend! Head to Hot Fut and watch the LIVE SCREENING of the away match against FC Goa! The day starts with a 5-a-side Corporate Futsal tournament, followed by the LIVE SCREENING, barbecue by the side and loads of fun on offer!
