Exciting Clash Between Chennaiyin FC and Hyderabad FC to Kick Off ISL Matchweek 19 – A Preview

The upcoming Matchweek 19 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 will kick off with a clash between Chennaiyin FC and Hyderabad FC at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on March 9 at 7:30 pm IST. Chennaiyin FC caused an upset in their last game by ending Odisha FC’s 13-game unbeaten streak with a 2-1 victory. They currently sit in 11th place with 18 points from 17 matches, but a win could propel them to 21 points from 18 games, the same as Bengaluru FC in sixth place, making the race for the top-six spots intense.

Hyderabad FC is still searching for their first win of the campaign, despite showing resilience in their recent 2-2 draw against NorthEast United FC after coming back from a two-goal deficit. Chennaiyin FC has a chance to secure their first league double over Hyderabad FC since the 2019-20 season, with head coach Owen Coyle emphasizing their strong home form, having won 13 points in home matches this season.

Chennaiyin FC has displayed an active pressing style under Coyle, forcing turnovers high up the field, but they need to improve their second-half defense, having conceded the most goals in that period among all teams. On the other hand, Hyderabad FC has struggled this season, enduring a winless run of 20 matches, the longest in ISL history, and failing to keep a clean sheet in 18 games.

Key players to watch include Jordan Murray from Chennaiyin FC, who has four goals and two assists this season and scored a late winner in the last game, and Makhan Chothe from Hyderabad FC, who opened his scoring account in the previous match. The head-to-head record between the two teams stands at 4 wins for Chennaiyin FC, 3 for Hyderabad FC, and 2 draws.

Both coaches expressed confidence ahead of the game, with Coyle praising his team’s recent performances and Singto highlighting the hard work of the young players. Fans can engage in ISL Fantasy, with players like Murray and Chothe being notable picks. The match can be viewed on various TV channels and streaming platforms, offering fans across the country the chance to witness the action live.