NEUFC face strong Goa today

Guwahati: Having stumbled to a defeat in their previous encounter, FC Goa need to pull up their socks as they clash with a lacklustre NorthEast United in an Indian Super League (ISL) clash here on Thursday.
The Goans, who began the league with a smooth 2-0 win over Delhi Dynamos, held defending champions Atletico de Kolkata (ATK) to a 1-1 draw in another home tie, before finishing on the wrong side of a 4-0 scoreline against heavyweights Chennaiyin FC.
Arriving in this northeast Indian city for their first away clash, Brazilian legend Zico’s charges need to overcome the absence of his compatriot and marquee Lucio – benched following a muscle strain. Spanish midfielder Jofre Mateu is also doubtful for the encounter as he limped off the field against Chennaiyin.  (IANS)