Kolkata, April 6: Tomorrow, Mohun Bagan SG will host the second leg of the ongoing Indian Super League semi-final against Jamshedpur FC at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, from 7:30 PM.

Jamshedpur FC will enter the pitch with a 2-1 advantage, as in the dying moments of the first leg, Havi Hernandez scored their second goal. However, after the match, in a heated moment, one of their key players, Stephen Eze, received a yellow card, which will cause him to be unavailable for tomorrow’s clash. Along with him, Asutosh Mehta and Mobashir Rahman are also unavailable due to card issues.

In the first leg, Manvir Singh and Apuia Ralte were not in the squad due to injury, but in the matchday-minus-one training session, both joined the squad, which is a positive sign for the Mariners. Jamie Maclaren seemed confident as he stated that it is a challenge for them, and in front of the huge home crowd, it will be even stronger to play for a comeback win. And especially with a large number of tickets already sold out.

Both teams have never met in the playoffs before. As some key players are missing the upcoming clash, Khalid Jamil will have to rotate the winning squad. Mohun Bagan SG has displayed strong set-piece capability this season and has scored more than 21 goals, which has never been achieved by any team in ISL history. Maclaren didn’t start the previous match; however, he is fully match-fit, and along with him, Manvir and Apuia are likely to be available for the crucial clash tomorrow.

Mohun Bagan SG players practicing before their 2nd Leg Somi Final clash against Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC have the advantage, however, Mohun Bagan SG haven’t conceded a single goal in their last six home games, so the crucial clash is going to be a hard-fought battle.

COACHES VIEW:

The Green and Maroon head coach is focused on the future, not the past, sending a clear message to play better and stay strong in the upcoming clash!

“Don’t think about the last match, we focus on tomorrow’s match, trying to play better, successful in scoring goals, not try to concede, in enough goal difference. Always confident with my team, players, and also with our fans. Hopefully, we continue” – Molina (coach Mohun Bagan SG)

Khalid Jamil knows the stakes are high, so he wants to stand strong!

“No doubt they are a big team, they play good, this match is on their home ground, so we have to be strong, we have to be positive” – Khalid Jamil (coach Jamshedpur FC).

In the semifinal first leg at JRD Tata Sports Complex, some traveling Mohun Bagan SG fans were injured by the police. Today during the pre-match press conference for the second leg, Mohun Bagan SG acknowledged and honored the injured fans, demonstrating empathy and care for their supporters, which reflects a sense of sportsmanship. They wished them a speedy recovery. Head coach Jose Molina and player Jamie Maclaren handed flowers to the injured fans as a heartfelt tribute, as it was a thoughtful and respectful action in response to the unfortunate incident.