The Nawabs look for a turnaround in results on the South Coast
Hyderabad: Thangboi Singto’s Hyderabad FC are focused on getting back to winning ways in Chennai, in the Indian Super League this week.
The young guns travel to the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu next.
They take on Chennaiyin FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai this Wednesday, December 11.
The Nawabs created history on their last trip to JLN Stadium.
They became first ever team to register a win with an all-Indian contingent in the ISL.
Coach Owen Coyle’s side are one of the toughest teams to face on their day.
The likes of Daniel Chima Chukwu, Jordan Wilmar Gil and Connor Shields have a decent record playing against the Yellow and Black.
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Ryan Edwards, Elsinho and Bikash Yumnam have been consistent at the back too for CFC this season.
Irfan Yadwad buoyed by his National Team call-up, Vincy Barretto, Farukh Choudhary and Lukas Brambilla can all, win the game for Chennai on their day.
HFC Assistant Coach Shameel Chembakath spoke to the media ahead of the game and pointed out the need for his side to keep improving.
“Chennai have a strong squad and under Owen Coyle, they are never an easy team to face,” said Coach Shameel, speaking about the game.
“They have experienced players, who are used to playing a physical game but we are ready for it too. So surely, it will be a tough night for both teams,” he added.
Hyderabad FC, who are fresh from a few tough results, will want to put in a stronger performance in this game.
The likes of Allan Paulista, Ramhlunchhunga, Abdul Rabeeh, Sourav K, Cy Goddard and Edmilson Correia will all want to start taking their chances in front of goal.
Skipper Alex Saji missed the last game through illness.
He, along with Stefa Sapic, Muhammed Rafi, Leander D’Cunha, Parag Shrivas and Lalbiakhlua Jongte have not had the best of games recently.
However, the group at the back have shown that they can stand tall and will need to be at their best against a dangerous attack line for Chennai.
Coach Shameel rallied his side and urged them to go into this game with a strong mentality.
“The preparations have gone well so far and we are determined to put in a good performance,” coach Shameel said.
“But we know it will be a tough game and it is important that we are confident, approach this game with the right mentality and put in a strong performance in Chennai,” he added.
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Edmilson Correia and Ramhlunchhunga on the left wing 🔥
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With tough results in recent games, both teams will be determined to bounce back in this game with a victory.
A win can lift both teams a couple of positions higher in the points table.
With very little to separate the side even in the home leg of this fixture earlier in the season, Chennai and Hyderabad are all set to play out a thrilling ISL contest this week.
The game kicks-off at 7:30pm IST on Wednesday, December 11, and will be telecasted live on Sports 18 and Star Sports 3with free streaming on Jio Cinema.
