Mon Nov 25 17:35:12 UTC 2024: ## Hyderabad FC Look to Break Home Losing Streak Against Odisha FC
**Hyderabad, Nov 24 (THE WEEK):** Hyderabad FC will host Odisha FC on Monday in an Indian Super League clash, with both teams aiming to improve their standings after the international break. Hyderabad, currently 11th with seven points from seven matches, seeks to close the five-point gap to sixth-placed Punjab FC. Their strategy relies on early attacking pressure, having scored 43% of their goals within the first 15 minutes this season. However, a concerning home form – no wins in their last 15 home matches – presents a significant challenge.
Odisha FC, ninth with nine points from eight games, aims to capitalize on this away fixture. Coach Sergio Lobera hopes for consistent performance from his team, known for their high possession play (leading the league with an average of 10+ open play passes per game). Despite possessing strong defenders like Mourtada Fall and Carlos Delgado, Odisha have yet to record a clean sheet this season. A Hyderabad goal on Monday would mark only the second time Odisha have conceded in each of their first nine games in a season since 2020-21. The match promises a fascinating tactical battle between two teams with contrasting strengths and weaknesses.
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