Mohun Bagan FC vs. NorthEast United Prediction: North East have good run of form

Mohun Bagan FC will go against NorthEast United FC in Gameweek 14 of the Indian Super League at Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata. North East have had a good run of form in the league with four unbeaten games. Who will win? 

Reasons for optimism include Mohun Bagan's consecutive league victories and their pursuit of a double over NorthEast United in the current season. However, concerns arise as the team has displayed poor recent form at home, and their goal-scoring pace has slowed compared to the early part of the campaign.

Mohun Bagan secured a remarkable away triumph against title contenders Goa, a feat not easily achieved against this formidable team. The signs of rejuvenation under Antonio Lopez are evident, with the team now occupying the 3rd position in the table after securing back-to-back wins. Although Odisha is only five points ahead, Mohun Bagan holds two games in hand. Unfortunately, the team will miss the contributions of Anwar Ali and Ashique Kuruniyan due to injuries. Dimitri Petratos has emerged as a formidable force for the opposition, scoring five goals in the campaign. Following an impressive goal against Goa in the recent victory, Petratos appears poised for further success in the upcoming matches.

Vishal Kaith (GK), Dippendu Biswas, Hector Yuste, Subashish Bose, Abhishek Suryavanshi, Manvir Singh, Joni Kauko, Sahal Abdul Samad, Liston Colaco, Dimitri Petratos, and Jason Cummings.

Reasons for optimism include NorthEast United's unbeaten streak in four consecutive games and their prolific scoring in recent weeks. However, concerns arise as the team had to hang on for a win over East Bengal, and there is a substantial gap for the team to bridge if they are to reach the top five positions.

NorthEast United secured a crucial victory over East Bengal, marking their first success in the Indian Super League since the Kalinga Cup. With three successive away matches on the horizon, the outcome of these games could play a decisive role in the club's ability to maintain a spot in the top six. Coach Juan Pedro Benali faces relatively few injury concerns leading up to the upcoming match. Nestor Albiach has emerged as a key figure for NorthEast United, sharing the top scorer position with three goals and contributing two assists in his 12 league appearances.

Mirshad Michu (GK), Dinesh Singh, Michel Zabaco, Asheer Akhtar, Buanthanglun Samte, Macarton Nickson, Mohammed Bemammer, Redeem Tlang, Nestor Albiach, Parthib Gogoi, and Tomi Juric.

NorthEast United has performed admirably to secure a spot in the top six of the Indian Super League, but they now face a formidable Mohun Bagan side that is displaying renewed strength. Antonio Lopez has the advantage of minimal injury concerns in the squad, allowing him to potentially maintain the successful lineup that performed well against Hyderabad and Goa. Additionally, Mohun Bagan boasts a track record of five consecutive home victories against NorthEast United, highlighting their dominance in recent encounters.