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ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Prediction | 11th Jan | ISL 2020-21

Two of the top sides in the Indian Super League 2020-21 are set to battle it out in what could be called  'the title decider'. It will be ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC, the two most consistent teams in the tournament.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Preview:

Mumbai City FC are the current league leaders but its not the points that separate the two teams, rather its the goal difference. It can also be hailed as the battle between the best attack vs the best defence, something that is more statistical.

The Islanders despite their top performances have been under the scanner for their approach moving forward. A lot of people still think they need more creativity forward.

Their quick game and the urgency in the final third has stumbled a lot of defences and that is something ATK Mohun Bagan would continue against Mumbai.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Head to Head

This will be the first meeting between ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC in the ISL. However, ATK and Mumbai have had 14 meetings between them with both sides winning five each.

Fact Check

ATK Mohun Bagan have managed the most clean sheets in the tournament this season.

Rowllin Borges has the highest pass completion percentage among all the Indian players.

Mourtada Fall is just a goal away from scoring 11 headed goals in his ISL career, equalling Sunil Chhetri.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Where to Watch

Star Sports 1 and HD, Star Sports 2 and HD. Live streamers can watch it live on Jio TV and Hotstar.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Team News

ATK Mohun Bagan have no new injury concerns. Michael Soosairaj and Jobby Justin remain sidelined.

For Mumbai City FC, Ahmed Jahouh will be a costly miss after he was sent off against Bengaluru FC. Sergio Lobera will have several options to consider.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Players to Watch

Roy Krishna (ATK Mohun Bagan)

Roy Krishna

Krishna may not be in his best scoring form but a player of his calibre cannot be taken for granted. He is a big-game player and he will try to cause problems for the Mumbai City FC backline by making clever runs. 

He can create space, hold the ball, and can also drop down to create some chances. ATK Mohun Bagan have a higher win percentage whenever Krishna is on the scoresheet.

Adam le Fondre (Mumbai City FC)

Adam le Fondre

The Mumbai City FC number 9 is one of the best strikers in the league. He is on the level on goals with Krishna, and he would hope that he helps his team to go through the line by beating their title rivals.

His positioning is too good, and he is also known for his clinical finishing. The game would be an important one for both the strikers as a win here could give them a push to keep continuing their run at the top.

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Prediction

ATK Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC is anticipated to be one of the best in the history of the Indian Super League. The points hold a lot of value for both the teams and it is quite certain that we may see it going down the wire. 

Expected to be alive until the final minute, both the teams would want to start well as it multiplies their chances of ending up as the winning side.

Prediction: Sportco predicts ATK Mohun Bagan to win today's match.

 

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