Another must-win game for Chennai City FC

The Red and Golds cannot afford to lose a single point in its last three matches if it wants to remain in the title race. The situation is similarly desperate for the visitor which is currently placed eighth in the league table with 16 points from as many matches. It is tied on points with Churchill Brothers and has also played a game more.

After the loss to Gokulam Kerala FC in its previous match, Khalid Jamil’s men had lost all hopes of winning the title.

But after Minerva’s defeat to Gokulam on February 20th, East Bengal has found yet another lifeline in the title race. The Kolkata giant will be missing the services of veteran defender Arnab Mondal due to suspension.

Another experienced defender Gurwinder Singh is likely to replace Arnab in this crucial encounter. East Bengal’s midfield generals Katsumi Yusa and Mahmoud Al Amna have to take the added responsibility on the pitch.

Also Dudu Omagbemi needs to up his game by a notch and be prolific up front.

The Nigerian star, who replaced Willis Plaza during the January transfer window, is yet to justify his recruitment.

He has scored just one goal so far in his second innings with the Kolkata giant.

For Chennai City, a lot of responsibility will fall on the shoulders of Aleksandar Rakic, Sinivas Pandian and Michael Soosairaj.