Fri Oct 18 00:22:58 UTC 2024: ## NorthEast United FC and Chennaiyin FC Clash in High-Stakes ISL Match
**Guwahati, India:** The Indian Super League (ISL) resumes after the international break with a highly anticipated clash between NorthEast United FC and Chennaiyin FC on Thursday at 7:30 PM IST. The match, part of Matchweek five, will take place at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati. Both teams are hungry to regain momentum after experiencing mixed results in their opening matches.
NorthEast United FC, despite their strong offensive potential, are winless in their last three ISL matches. While they have scored seven goals with an expected goals value of 3.17, the second-best xG differential in the league, they have struggled to close out games. Coach Juan Pedro Benali acknowledged the need to improve in this area, stating, “We make mistakes and we learn from them.”
Meanwhile, Chennaiyin FC boasts the highest shot attempts per game in the ISL this season, with 19.3 shots per match. However, they have only converted three of these into goals. Their last away match saw them held to a 0-0 draw against Hyderabad FC, ending a 10-match streak of conceding goals on the road. Coach Owen Coyle expressed respect for NorthEast United FC’s quality but remains confident in his team’s ability to challenge the Highlanders. “We know we are a good team with good players and that we can stand toe-to-toe with the best teams in the competition,” said Coyle.
The historical record between the two teams is close, with Chennaiyin FC edging out NorthEast United FC with eight wins to seven in 20 meetings. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams looking to secure a crucial victory and gain momentum for the remainder of the season.
**Watch the match live on JioCinema and Sports 18 channels.**
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