
League leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant will take on Jamshedpur FC in an exciting Indian Super League (ISL) clash this Friday. With both teams in excellent form, this match promises to be a battle of strategies, where possession football meets counter-attacking prowess.
Currently sitting atop the table with 35 points from 15 matches, Mohun Bagan have shown consistent dominance this season, boasting 11 wins and two draws. Jamshedpur FC, meanwhile, are in fourth place with 27 points from 14 matches and could significantly close the gap with a victory, as they have one game in hand.
Red Miners on a Winning Streak
Jamshedpur FC are riding high on a three-match winning streak and will aim to make it four in a row. The last time they achieved a longer winning run was in 2022 when they notched up seven consecutive victories, including a 1-0 triumph over Mohun Bagan. However, the Mariners have proven to be a tough hurdle, defeating Jamshedpur in their last three ISL meetings without conceding a goal in the last two.
A loss for Jamshedpur in this match would equal their joint-longest losing streak against any ISL opponent.
Mariners’ Offensive Masterclass
Mohun Bagan are in red-hot form in attack, having scored in each of their last 12 ISL matches, amassing a total of 25 goals. A goal in this fixture would create a new record for the team’s longest scoring streak in ISL history.
Their reverse fixture win over Jamshedpur FC on November 23 ended with a resounding 3-0 victory, and the Mariners will look to complete consecutive league doubles against Jamshedpur—a feat they have already achieved against teams like East Bengal FC, Hyderabad FC, and NorthEast United FC.
Key Statistics and Tactical Battle
Jamshedpur FC have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 26.6 touches in their penalty area per game—the highest in the league. Offensively, they average just 3.1 sequences of 10+ open play passes per game, one of the lowest in the ISL. However, their distinct counter-attacking style has helped them score 22 goals this season.
The Mariners, on the other hand, dominate possession, completing an average of 8.2 sequences of 10+ open play passes per game—the best in the league. They will aim to control the game but must remain vigilant against Jamshedpur’s swift counter-attacks and aerial threat, led by Stephen Eze and Javi Siverio, who rank highest in the league for aerial duels won per game (3.8 and 3.6, respectively).

Spotlight on Manvir Singh
Mohun Bagan’s Manvir Singh is on the verge of a milestone, needing just two more goal contributions to become only the fifth player in ISL history with 40+ contributions for a single club. Notably, his seven assists against Jamshedpur FC are the most he has against any team, and he has already contributed to six goals (three goals and three assists) this season.
Conclusion
As Mohun Bagan aim to maintain their dominance and Jamshedpur strive to extend their winning streak, this clash could play a pivotal role in shaping the ISL standings. With both teams having clear strengths and weaknesses, fans can expect an intense and tactical encounter at the top of Indian