ISL 2023-24: Punjab FC vs Mumbai City FC Lineups, Preview, injury news, H2H, telecast details

Mumbai City FC will take on a resurgent Punjab FC in the opening match of ISL 2023-24 Matchweek 18 on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. The crucial encounter kicks off at 5:00 PM IST at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.

Mumbai City FC Chasing Top Spot:

Second-placed Mumbai City FC are just three points behind leaders Odisha FC and are determined to close the gap, potentially even claiming the top spot based on goal difference. Their recent form is impressive, with four wins in their last five games.

Injury News (Mumbai City FC): No major injuries reported.

Punjab FC Aiming to Upset the Table

Despite being outside the playoff positions, Punjab FC shouldn’t be overlooked. Since the league’s resumption, they’ve displayed impressive form, winning three out of their last four matches. A win against Mumbai City FC would see them level on points with sixth-placed Jamshedpur FC.

Injury News (Punjab FC): No major injury concerns were reported.

Head-to-Head (H2H)

The two teams have met twice in the ISL, with both matches ending in draws. However, their most recent encounter in Mumbai saw Punjab FC take an early lead before Mumbai City FC fought back for a 2-2 draw.

Lineups Today

Confirmed Lineup (Punjab FC):

Punjab XI: Ravi (GK); Salah, Chatziisaias, Suresh, Abhishek, Nikhil, Ricky, Ashis, Talal, Jordan, Luka (C)

Confirmed Lineup (Mumbai City  FC):

Mumbai City FC XI: Lachenpa (GK); Akash, Krouma, Mehtab, Bheke (C), Van Nieff, Jayesh, Noguera, Bipin, Chhangte, Guarrotxena 

Telecast Details

The match will be telecasted live on the Sports18 Network (Sports18 1 or VH1 Channel, Surya Movies for Malayalam) and live-streamed on the JioCinema app.

This clash promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams in good form and fighting for their respective goals in the ISL table.