NorthEast United FC vs Mohammedan SC lineups, team news, prediction and preview

The Indian Super League (ISL) will return to Guwahati for almost a month as a high-flying NorthEast United welcome a low-on confidence and the league’s latest entrants Mohammedan SC on matchday 15. The Highlanders emerged victorious in the reverse fixture earlier in the season.

NorthEast United FC will look to make it three wins in three games having won both of their last two games, both away from home. The Highlanders ran riot against Mumbai City FC in the City of Dreams and wrapped up a perfect 0-3 victory, thanks to their magic man Alaeddine Ajaraie. Juan Pedro Benali’s men are positioned in the top four, but cannot afford any slip-ups from here on. A win on Friday will propel them to the third position in the standings.

Mohammedan SC on the other hand have enjoyed a completely different run of form this season. It’s been a forgetful debut season for the Black as nothing has worked out in their favour. Inconsistency and lack of good luck have taken the centre stage as the Kolkata Giants find themselves struggling at the bottom of the table. They come into this game on the back of four defeats and one draw in their last five outings.

For NorthEast United FC, Hamza Regragui remains doubtful for the Highlanders. On the other hand for Mohammedan SC, Mirjalol Kasimov and Zodingliana Ralte will remain suspended while Cesar Lobi Manzoki is doubtful.

Total Matches played – 1 NorthEast United FC Wins – 1 Mohammedan SC Wins – 0 Draws – 0

Predicted Lineups

NorthEast United FC (4-2-3-1)

Gurmeet Singh (GK); Dinesh Singh, Asheer Akhtar, Michel Zobaco, Buanthanglun Samte; Mohammed Ali Bemammer, Mayakkannan Muthu; Macarton Louis Nickson, Guillermo Fernandes, Parthib Gogoi; Alaeddine Ajaraie

Mohammedan SC (4-4-1-1)

Bhaskar Roy (GK); Vanlalzuidika Chhakchhuak, Gaurav Bora, Florent Ogier, Sajad Hussain; Lalremsanga Fanai, Amarjit Kiyam, Mohamed Irshad, Makan Chothe; Alexis Gomez; Carlos Franca

Players to watch out

Macarton Louis Nickson (NorthEast United FC)

Macaron will be the man to watchout for NorthEast United FC coming into this game. He is fresh off a match winning knock against Mumbai City FC and brings in the same run of form into this game as well. The youngster is known for his aggressive style of play and his never-say-die attitude. Nickson can operate across multiple positions with ease and contributes in both offence and defence. He scored a goal and also notched up an assist in the last game.

Alexis Gomez (Mohammedan SC)

The Argentine forward will have to shoulder the goalscoring duties for Mohammedan SC. He has been one of their best-performing players this season and will look to help his team get positive results in the remainder of the campaign. The 24-year-old can operate as a winger and a striker for the Black Panthers. His speed combined with his technical prowess makes him one of the most important assets for his side.

Did You Know?

• NorthEast United FC have a 100% record against Mohammedan SC
• Alaeddine Ajaraie scored a late winner the last time these two teams met
• Mohammedan SC have a goal difference of (-17), the worst in the league

Telecast

The NorthEast United FC vs Mohammedan SC game kicks off at 7:30 PM IST, at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on January 3, 2025. Live telecast of the fixture will be available on Sports18 Network (Sports18 1/VH1 Channel). Live streaming of the game will be available on the JioCinema app. Viewers from abroad can use OneFootball to stream the game.