Odisha FC aim for home advantage in ISL opener vs Chennaiyin FC

Bhubaneswar, Sept 27:

Odisha FC will look to make the most of their home advantage when they take on Chennaiyin FC in their opening match of the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Kalinga Stadium here on Tuesday. The hosts, who finished ninth in the last season, will be keen to make a strong start to the new campaign and will be banking on their passionate home crowd to cheer them on.

Head-to-head

Odisha FC and Chennaiyin FC have met nine times in the ISL. The hosts have won three matches, while the visitors have won five. One match ended in a draw.

Team news

Odisha FC have made a number of new signings in the off-season, including former India international Amrinder Singh and Senegalese striker Boubacar Traore. Chennaiyin FC, on the other hand, have retained the core of their squad from last season and will be led by experienced goalkeeper Vishal Kaith.

What to expect

The match is likely to be a close contest, with both teams evenly matched on paper. Odisha FC will be looking to play a high-tempo game and create chances for their forwards. Chennaiyin FC, on the other hand, will be looking to exploit the space behind the Odisha FC defense and create chances for their own attackers.