Odisha FC Eyes Playoff Hopes in Crucial Home Game Against Mohammedan SC
The Kalinga Warriors will host Mohammedan SC at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, on Friday, February 28th, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in their final home game of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. The Kalinga Warriors are aiming for a playoff spot and need to secure all three points after a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Mohun Bagan SG in Kolkata.
Currently sitting 7th with 29 points, Odisha FC’s playoff dreams are still alive but depend on winning their last two league games and other favorable results. However, the Sergio Lobera team will face a tough challenge in this match, with key players like Fall, Ahmed Jahouh, and Hugo Boumous missing due to suspensions.
Odisha FC's previous encounter with Mohammedan SC ended in a goalless draw, and the Kalinga Warriors will be looking to convert this home advantage into a win. Mohammedan SC has struggled this season and sits at the bottom of the table with just 11 points, coming off a 2-0 defeat to Jamshedpur FC.
In his pre-match interview, Lobera discussed the absence of key players, stating, “We are going to miss some players, but we have a squad now. I believe in my players, and we’ll focus on those available.” He emphasized the importance of staying focused and securing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Lobera also reflected on the impact of suspensions on the team this season: “It’s not helpful, but we need to find solutions. We played with ten players in three of our last four games, and as a coach, I have to make sure the team is ready to compete.”
Despite the pressure, Lobera remains optimistic, urging his team to focus on the present. “We need to put the focus on ourselves and win the next two games. In football, anything can happen.”
Rahim Ali, speaking on behalf of the players, echoed the sentiment. “The energy and attitude in the last match were good. We’ll keep doing the same and hope to get the result.”
Rahim also appealed to the fans, saying, “We’ll give our all in the final home game (in the league stage). We need your support to secure the three points.”
Match Details:
Odisha FC vs Mohammedan SC
28th Feb 2025 | Friday | 7:30 PM | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
Live on JioHotstar, Star Sports-3
Odisha FC Eyes Playoff Hopes in Crucial Home Game Against Mohammedan SC
The Kalinga Warriors will host Mohammedan SC at the Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, on Friday, February 28th, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST in their final home game of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season. The Kalinga Warriors are aiming for a playoff spot and need to secure all three points after a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Mohun Bagan SG in Kolkata.
Currently sitting 7th with 29 points, Odisha FC’s playoff dreams are still alive but depend on winning their last two league games and other favorable results. However, the Sergio Lobera team will face a tough challenge in this match, with key players like Fall, Ahmed Jahouh, and Hugo Boumous missing due to suspensions.
Odisha FC's previous encounter with Mohammedan SC ended in a goalless draw, and the Kalinga Warriors will be looking to convert this home advantage into a win. Mohammedan SC has struggled this season and sits at the bottom of the table with just 11 points, coming off a 2-0 defeat to Jamshedpur FC.
In his pre-match interview, Lobera discussed the absence of key players, stating, “We are going to miss some players, but we have a squad now. I believe in my players, and we’ll focus on those available.” He emphasized the importance of staying focused and securing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Lobera also reflected on the impact of suspensions on the team this season: “It’s not helpful, but we need to find solutions. We played with ten players in three of our last four games, and as a coach, I have to make sure the team is ready to compete.”
Despite the pressure, Lobera remains optimistic, urging his team to focus on the present. “We need to put the focus on ourselves and win the next two games. In football, anything can happen.”
Rahim Ali, speaking on behalf of the players, echoed the sentiment. “The energy and attitude in the last match were good. We’ll keep doing the same and hope to get the result.”
Rahim also appealed to the fans, saying, “We’ll give our all in the final home game (in the league stage). We need your support to secure the three points.”
Match Details:
Odisha FC vs Mohammedan SC
28th Feb 2025 | Friday | 7:30 PM | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
Live on JioHotstar, Star Sports-3
