Chanmari FC vs Shillong Lajong FC, Indian Football League, Today Match Prediction

Chanmari FC vs Shillong Lajong FC Match Prediction & Analysis

April kicks off with a fiery Northeast derby in the Indian Football League as newly promoted Chanmari FC take on Shillong Lajong. 

Despite being newcomers, Chanmari have impressed so far and come into this clash on the back of an entertaining high-scoring draw against Dempo FC. Shillong, meanwhile, tasted their first defeat of the season last time out and will be eager to respond strongly when the two sides meet on Thursday at 4 PM. 

Current Standings: Chanmari FC find itself at fourth in the points table with five points, while Shillong are right below them with four points. 

Head-to-Head Record: It's the first meeting between the teams in the competition. 

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Chanmari FC Preview

Like fellow newcomers, Chanmari FC have made a strong start to the campaign, sitting in the top four and remaining unbeaten with a win and two draws. Their latest outing, however, felt like a missed opportunity, as they let a two-goal lead slip against Dempo FC.

Reduced to 10 men in the 69th minute after Malsawmsanga Renthlei’s red card, Chanmari eventually conceded the equaliser, but not before an impressive display in which they dominated proceedings with 15 chances and 13 shots on target, with goals from Malsawmsanga KC and Suangaihmuna.

Meanwhile, centre-back Marlon Rangel is expected to step in for the suspended Renthlei in the upcoming fixture. 

Chanmari FC Probable XI - ​Zothanmawia (GK); Lalhmangaihsanga Ralte, Marlon Rangel, Kyle Degelman, Zothanpuia, Joel Lalramengmawia, Christopher Kamei, Aron Vanlalrinchhana, Tchê Tchê, KC Malsawmsanga, Suangaihmuna.  

Shillong Lajong FC Preview

Shillong Lajong face a tricky test as they take on another promoted side in back-to-back matchdays after their recent clash with Diamond Harbour. The Reds ended up on the wrong side of the result, undone by Luka Majcen’s first-half brace.

They did attempt a comeback, pulling one back early in the second half through Gladdy Nelcen Kharbuli, but overturning a two-goal deficit proved too much. While the effort showed resilience, a bigger challenge now awaits as they head into their first away game of the season on Thursday. 

Shillong Lajong Probable XI - ​Siwel Rymbai (GK) ; Kitboklang Khyriem, Kenstar Kharshong, Rudra Ved, Saveme Tariang, Lamlallian Vaiphei, Damaitphang Lyngdoh, Gladdy Nelcen Kharbuli, Abhay Gurung, Phrangki Buam, Everbrightson Sana Mylliempdah.  

CHANMARI FC vs SHILLONG LAJONG FC
Winning Prediction

Shillong Lajong have a big task ahead as they look to bounce back from defeat and improve a worrying away record. The Reds have lost their last three away games and, apart from a win over Real Kashmir, have struggled for results in the league in general—going winless in seven of their last eight matches.

Given that form, and with Chanmari FC enjoying home advantage, the hosts head into this clash as slight favourites.  

We predict a draw (1-1)

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