NorthEast United and East Bengal - two teams that lie at the bottom of the points table at the Indian Super League 2022-23 - will lock horns at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Thursday.
While both teams have faced a defeat in each of their two matches so far, East Bengal have scored twice while conceding 5 goals, implying a goal difference of -3 which is better than NorthEast United who are yet to score a goal but have conceded 4 already.
Before the two teams resume their search for their first points this season, here is a look at the predictions for this match.
1. Goal Scorer Prediction
Alex Lima and Cleiton Silva have been the goal-scorers for East Bengal so far and are expected to add to their goal-scoring tally in this match. For NorthEast United FC, Romain Philippoteaux could be one to find the back of the net and score the team's first goal of the season.
2. Top Players
Other than the abovementioned players, NorthEast United's Imran Khan is a highly-rated midfielder and can leave a mark in this match. For East Bengal, Lalchungnunga can be the player who can have a good game based on his recent form and reputation.
3. Man of the Match
Predicting Cleiton Silva to be the Man of the Match in this game. Not only has he already scored for East Bengal but was already touted by several experts as the one to watch out for this season.
4. Final Score
NorthEast United- 2-2 East Bengal. Both teams could have to wait longer for their first win but might have a point to show against their name. Traditionally, NorthEast United have had a better record over East Bengal with them leading the rivalry 3-0 in 4 matches but this year they have really got themselves going.
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