FC Goa entertain NorthEast United FC on Matchday 46 of the 2015 Hero Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on Wednesday. The Gaurs know that a win against the Highlanders will almost see them through to the semis in what will be their last home game of the league stage. NorthEast United, on the other hand, know full well that a win on Wednesday will see them leapfrog Goa and boost their chances of making the semis. It promises to be an exhilarating contest between two attacking sides with NorthEast hoping to maintain their stupendous away form which has seen them take seven points from their last three away matches. FC Goa fans, meanwhile, will be hoping that their team moves on from a 4-0 defeat against defending champions Atlético de Kolkata in their last match with a good performance on Wednesday.Form Guide (Last 5 matches)FC Goa: D-W-D-W-LNorthEast United FC: D-W-W-L-WHead-to-Head: NorthEast United FC have never beaten FC Goa. They drew their home game last year against the Gaurs and lost the away fixture 3-0. FC Goa also beat them 3-1 in Guwahati earlier this season.Lucio vs Nicolas VelezLucio will play a key role for FC Goa at the back against NorthEast United FC. His big match experience has bought calmness to the Gaurs backline in what has been a free-flowing and attacking edition. The veteran Brazilian has made 77 clearances and 28 tackles for his side this season. Dominant in aerial duels, Lucio is also a goal-threat from set-pieces.Nicolas Velez has been a thorn in opposition defences all season. His blistering pace and ability to run in behind defences has seen him score on four occasions for the Highlanders this season. Lucio will have his hands full against his fellow South American who has been clinical in front of goal this year.Leo Moura vs Bruno AriasOne of the revelations of Season 2, Leo Moura has stamped his authority on the Hero ISL by making five assists and scoring twice for the Gaurs this year. A classic deep-lying playmaker, Moura has also completed the most passes in the league this season (575). He has played more minutes than other player from his team this season which goes to show his importance to Goa’s free-flowing style of football.Bruno Arias has been an indomitable force at the centre of the park for the Highlanders this year. Arias is the quintessential box-to-box midfielder and has been at the centre of everything good for NorthEast this season. His vision on the ball and ability to break down opponent attacks has seen him make 31 tackles in just nine appearances. The experienced Spaniard also has a goal and an assist to his name so far.Dudu vs Andre BikeyDrafted in to replace the injured Darryl Duffy, Dudu endeared himself to the Goan faithful by scoring a hat-trick on his first start for FC Goa. The Nigerian frontman is also capable of donning the hat of provider as his one assist this season indicates. His strong physical presence and movement off the ball is sure to give the Highlanders defence some trouble.Andre Bikey’s role in the NorthEast fold has gone from strength to strength since he was brought in for the injured Miguel Garcia. The robust centre-half is set to be involved in a personal battle with Dudu which is likely to have a pivotal say in the eventual outcome of the game. His passing accuracy of 84% is also amongst the best in his team.Quotes:Like, how the victory of 7-0 didn't affect us, so the loss of 4-0 also didn’t affect us. If we win this game now, the game against Kolkata will be forgotten: FC Goa head coach ZicoI don't think they're a team in a bad moment or with less confidence. They are a very good team with solid coaching staff and solid players and there are possibilities, not because they are down or low on confidence: NorthEast United FC head coach Cesar FariasSquads:FC Goa: Elinton Sanchotene Andrade, Luis Barreto, Laxmikant Kattimani, Lucimar Da Silva Ferreira [Lucio] [marquee], Gregory Arnolin, Luciano Sobrosa, Keenan Almeida, Nicolau Colaco, Raju Gaekwad, Debabrata Roy, Narayan Das, Joffre Mateu Gonzalez, Leonardo da Silva Moura [Leo Moura], Jonatan Lucca, Denson Devdas, Pronay Halder, Bikramjit Singh, Mandar Rao Dessai, Romeo Fernandes, Reinaldo Da Cruz Oliveira, Rafael Coelho, Macpherlin Omagbemi Dudu, Thongkoisep Haokip, Victorino Fernandes, Joaquim Abranches, CS Sabeeth.NorthEast United FC: Aiborlang Khongjee, Robin Gurung, Boithang Haokip, Alen Deory, Rehenesh Thumbirumbu Paramba, Sanju Pradhan, Hali Charan Narzary, Seityasen Singh, Lalthuammawia Ralte, Siam Hanghal, Raju Yumnam, Reagan Singh , Marlangki Suting, Zohmingliana Ralte, Carlos Javier Lopez, Andre Bikey, Gennaro Bracigliano, Simao Pedro Da Fonseca Sabrosa (Marquee Player), Bruno Herrero Arias, Diomansy Mehdi Moustapha Kamara, Jorge Manuel Rebelo Fernandes, Cedric Alain Hervine Hengbart, Nicolas Leandro Velez, Francis Dadzie, Victor Mendy
