Atlético de Kolkata came from behind to win a feisty Hero Indian Super League encounter against FC Goa in their previous fixture to preserve their unbeaten record and retain their position atop the standings. Their next game sees them host bottom-of-the-table Kerala Blasters FC, who are still in search of their first point. The Kochi-based team will desperately want to find winning form, after losing their first two games despite playing good attacking football. Kolkata, meanwhile, will want to build on their momentum after dropping points only once in their opening four games (a draw against Delhi Dynamos FC).Cavin Lobo vs Penn OrjiThe Indian midfielder replaced injured marquee player Luis García in the starting lineup in Kolkata’s fixture against Goa, and had a stupendous game to lead his team to a comeback win. With a superb brace, Lobo has made a case to keep his starting berth. Nigerian midfielder Penn Orji will be responsible for halting Lobo's forward runs. The Kerala captain is a workhorse and is capable of breaking up play and then pushing the ball forward for his team to counter-attack.Arnab Mondal vs Iain HumeThe imposing centre half Mondal has had a good tournament so far and he will look to continue that form. Mondal is strong in the air and can stop an attack in its tracks. Up against him will be Iain Hume, a striker who will come into this match with confidence after having scored in his previous encounter. The wily front man will look to increase his goal tally and help his team secure the win.Jofre vs Sandesh JhinganThe Spanish midfielder had a rare quiet game against FC Goa and will want to make up for that with a good performance against Kerala. Blessed with a good turn of pace and a strong left foot, he will look to help his team stay top of the league. Jhingan had a good game against Chennaiyin FC, making threatening runs down the wing and delivering excellent low crosses into the box. He will want to continue in the same vein against the league leaders.Players to watch Atlético de KolkataBorja Fernández: Borja is one of the main players for the Kolkata team. His control of the ball in midfield and ability to hit shots on target from a distance make him a dangerous player for any opposition team. He is also one of the leaders in the squad, having donned the captain’s armband in Luis García’s absence.Kerala Blasters FCC S Sabeeth: The young Indian striker has shown immense quality and tenacity in attack. He is always ready to fire in thundering shots from a distance, and is a willing helper for his midfield as well. He hasn't scored so far in the tournament and will want to open his account against the league leaders.Player SpeakJosemi (Atlético de Kolkata defender) -- Whatever happened in Goa is a matter of the past. The focus is on the next match and we are ready to get three points.Mehtab Hossain (Kerala Blasters FC midfielder) – I have never faced this situation before. This has been my home ground and I always got the support. Let’s see what happens tomorrow, we will try to win.
