Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) will host Odisha FC (ODS) in Match 18 of the Indian Super League (ISL), 2019-20. KBFC vs ODS match will take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on November 8, 2019 (Friday). Eelco Schattorie’s Kerala are struggling and have been far from their best in recent matches. They have lost back-to-back games against Mumbai City and Hyderabad since their opening day victory. Meanwhile, Odisha are starting to find their feet in the competition as they defeated the Islanders in their last match after two losses to start off their season. For fans of Dream11 fantasy game, here are some tips and team suggestions so you can build a strong team for the Kerala Blasters FC and Odisha FC clash in ISL 6. Kerala Blasters FC Vs Odisha FC - Live Football Score, Summary.
The Kochi-based club started their season with a fantastic comeback win against two-time champions ATK. But have fallen off the pace since, losing back-to-back games against Mumbai and newcomers Hyderabad. Kerala have multiple injury concerns, center-back Gianni Zuiverloon had to be taken off during the first half against Hyderabad, so he will be a doubt for this match and midfielder Mario Arques will also miss the clash due to injury.
After suffering defeats in their opening two games, Odisha finally got their first win in ISL against Mumbai. A dominating performance away from home will give them a lot of confidence going into this clash. Josep Gombau’s side will be strengthened by the return of defender Carlos Delgado who missed the match against the Islanders due to suspension.
Kerala Blasters FC vs Odisha, ISL 2019, Dream11 Team Prediction: Goalkeeper – Francisco Dorronsoro (ODS) has been in a good form this season so selecting him is a good choice.
Kerala Blasters FC vs Odisha, ISL 2019, Dream11 Team Prediction: Defenders – Both teams are yet to keep a clean sheet this season so picking three defenders would be beneficial. The defenders in your team should be Mohamad Rakip (KBFC), Jairo Rodrigues (KBFC) and Narayan Das (ODS).
Kerala Blasters FC vs Odisha, ISL 2019, Dream11 Team Prediction: Midfielders – The teams have some quality midfielders on show in this match, so the midfielders in your team should be Marcos Tebar (ODS), Xisco Hernandez (ODS), Jerry Mawhmingthanga (ODS), Jeakson Singh (KBFC) and Mouhamadou Gning (KBFC).
Kerala Blasters FC vs Odisha, ISL 2019, Dream11 Team Prediction: Forwards – Aridane Santana (ODS) has scored three goals this season and that is why he is a must. The other striker in your team should be Bartholomew Ogbeche (KBFC).
Kerala Blasters FC vs Odisha, ISL 2019, Dream11 Team Prediction: Francisco Dorronsoro (ODS) (GK), Mohamad Rakip (KBFC), Jairo Rodrigues (KBFC), Narayan Das (ODS), Marcos Tebar (ODS), Xisco Hernandez (ODS), Jerry Mawhmingthanga (ODS), Jeakson Singh (KBFC), Mouhamadou Gning (KBFC), Aridane Santana (ODS) and Bartholomew Ogbeche (KBFC).
The two teams find themselves in the lower regions of the points table with Odisha sitting in the sixth position and Kerala being eighth. Both the teams will be looking for a win in this encounter as Kerala look to end their dismal run of two defeats while Odisha look to build on their first-ever ISL win.
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