Kolkata, Dec 11 (UNI) East Bengal FC and Odisha FC are locking horns at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) here in the Indian Super League (ISL) match on Thursday, with the home side riding the momentum of their on-going three-game unbeaten run in the competition, which comprises of two victories on the bounce.
Interestingly, the last loss that the Red & Gold Brigade faced in the ISL was against the Juggernauts, i.e. by 2-1 in October. The Juggernauts have secured two wins and as many draws in their previous five encounters. They are placed fifth in the points table with 16 points from 11 matches, from four wins and 4 draws.
East Bengal FC have been on the rise, securing seven points from nine matches and considering their recent forms, both sides will not want to let loose of this momentum. The season is at such a stage at this point that every positive result has an impact going forward in the campaign, placing further importance in this fixture.