Bengaluru FC Set to Host Kerala Blasters FC in ISL 2023-24 Matchweek 18 Clash

Bengaluru FC is gearing up to face Kerala Blasters FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in a crucial Indian Super League (ISL) matchup on March 2, 2024. Kerala Blasters FC’s confidence is high following their impressive 4-2 victory over FC Goa in their previous game, rallying from a two-goal deficit. Despite their recent resurgence, they find themselves in fifth place with 29 points from 16 matches.

On the other hand, Bengaluru FC has won two of their last three matches, with their latest triumph coming against Hyderabad FC courtesy of a late winner. The team currently sits in ninth place with 18 points, just two points adrift of sixth-placed Jamshedpur FC.

Bengaluru FC’s home form has been solid, remaining unbeaten in their last four games at their home ground. However, their defensive record is a concern as they have conceded 26 goals in 17 matches, the joint second-worst in the league. To address this issue, they strengthened their defense in January by signing Nikhil Poojary and Chinglensana Singh.

Kerala Blasters FC will be aiming for their first-ever league double against Bengaluru FC after winning the reverse fixture earlier in the season. The team has relied on their home form for success, winning only thrice in seven away matches this campaign.

Key players to watch out for include Chinglensana Singh from Bengaluru FC, who is set to make his 100th ISL appearance and will play a crucial role in shoring up the defense. For Kerala Blasters FC, Dimitrios Diamantakos has been in fine form, contributing ten goals and three assists in 13 league appearances.

In their head-to-head encounters, Bengaluru FC holds the upper hand, winning eight out of 14 matches against Kerala Blasters FC. The match promises to be a closely contested affair, with both teams vying for vital points in the league.

Both head coaches, Gerard Zaragoza of Bengaluru FC and Ivan Vukomanovic of Kerala Blasters FC, emphasized the importance of a game-by-game approach and maintaining a winning mindset ahead of the clash.

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