Jamshedpur FC vs Mumbai City FC: ISL Matchweek 18 Preview and Key Players to Watch

Jamshedpur FC will host Mumbai City FC at the JRD Tata Sports Complex to close out Matchweek 18 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on March 8, Friday, at 7:30 pm IST. Mumbai City FC, currently sharing the top spot with Odisha FC, has the opportunity to clinch the lead with a victory. Despite playing one game less, both teams are tied at 35 points with an identical goal difference of 14.

Having suffered a 3-0 defeat in their last encounter against Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Jamshedpur FC is determined to bounce back. Sitting just one point behind Bengaluru FC in sixth place, the Red Miners are in contention for a playoff spot and must overcome any obstacles along the way.

In their previous meeting, Jamshedpur FC staged an impressive comeback to defeat Mumbai City FC 3-2 on the road. They aim to secure a league double over the Islanders for only the second time in history. With an unbeaten streak of three home matches, including a win against East Bengal FC, Jamshedpur FC is formidable on their turf.

Mumbai City FC, on the other hand, has not kept a clean sheet in their last 13 clashes with Jamshedpur FC. However, they have excelled on the road, winning their previous three away fixtures and scoring in each game. The Islanders have a knack for striking first, scoring the opening goal in 11 out of 17 matches this season.

Key players to watch include Jeremy Manzorro of Jamshedpur FC, who has been instrumental in their recent success with five goals and impeccable playmaking skills. For Mumbai City FC, Bipin Singh’s eleven assists make him a crucial presence on the pitch.

In the pre-match press conferences, Jamshedpur FC head coach Khalid Jamil emphasized the importance of playing well on home turf, while Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky praised his team’s character in their previous victory.

Fans can look forward to an exciting matchup, with the action available in multiple languages on linear channels and streaming platforms. Additionally, ISL Fantasy offers fans the chance to participate in leagues and win exciting prizes at the end of the season.