Odisha FC will lock horns with Jamshedpur FC in match 29 of Hero Indian Super League (ISL) 2021-22 season at Tilak Maidan Stadium, Vasco da Gama, Goa on Tuesday.

Odisha FC is placed second in the table with nine points in four matches. They are only three points behind the league leaders Mumbai City FC.

Jamshedpur FC, on the other hand, are ranked fourth in the league with only a point behind Odisha FC. However, JFC has played one game more than OFC.

In the last match, a solid second half performance sealed a 1-0 win for Odisha FC. After struggling to create chances in the first half, they came out strong and turned the game around. While their opponents, Jamshedpur FC, lost 4-2 against Mumbai City FC. JFC went 3-0 down in the first half itself, although they tried to get back in the game with two quick goals in the second half but were unable to complete the comeback.

With both teams aiming for the top four spots the match promises to be an exciting affair.

Form Guide

Odisha FC

Odisha FC have won three and lost 1 in their last four matches. The club won the first two matches against Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC. They had a minor setback, losing to Kerala Blaster FC in their third game but bounced back to get three points in their latest clash against NorthEast United FC.

Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC have played five matches out of which they have won two, lost two and drawn one. JFC were unbeaten in their first four matches against SC East Bengal, FC Goa, Hyderabad FC, and ATK Mohun Bagan. Mumbai City FC ended their winning streak in the last match.

Team News

Odisha FC

In the pre-match press conference, Kiko Ramirez informed that Aridai Suarez is fit to play in the upcoming match but he will have to take a final call on his inclusion in the team just before the match. 

Jamshedpur FC

In the pre-match press conference, Owen Coyle informed the media that Peter Hartley had a strain in the last match so the club will wait and decide if he’s fit enough to play. As for Jordan Murray and Seiminlen Doungel, the coach informed both are back in training and are in contention for the game against Odisha FC. However, Mobashir Rahman will need time to recover but he is progressing well.

Key Players

Odisha FC

Javi Hernandez: The midfielder has three goals and two assists in four matches. Defensively, he has made four tackles, two blocks, three clearances and two interceptions. The Spaniard has the ability to put pinpoint crosses from dead ball situations.

Jonathan de Jesus: The Brazilian scored the winner in the last match against NorthEast United. OFC looked a much more complete side with his introduction in the second half. He is crucial to the club’s attacking play.

Jamshedpur FC

Nerijus Valskis: The 34-year-old is a leader in the squad. He has two goals and one assist in their five matches. The Lithuanian won the golden boot in the 2019-20 season.

Komal Thatal: The winger has looked dangerous on the left flank. He almost inspired a comeback from JFC in the last match courtesy of a beautiful goal early in the second half.

Key Stats

Jamshedpur FC Three Shot Of Century

Jamshedpur FC are only three goals away from reaching 100 goals mark in Hero ISL.

Venue Is A Good Charm

Odisha FC have played all their matches at Tilak Maidan Stadium this season. They have won three matches and only lost one.

Match Timings and Telecast Details

Date: 14 December 2021

Venue: Tilak Maidan Stadium, Vasco da Gama, Goa

Kick-off time: 7.30 pm

Telecast: Star Sports 2, Star Sports 2 HD, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 regional channels - Tamil, Bengali, Kannada, Telugu

Online Streaming: Disney+Hotstar and JioTV.