By Our Reporter
Shillong, Dec 2: Shillong Lajong FC is set to take on Rajasthan United in a crucial away fixture at the Deccan Arena in Hyderabad today at 4:30 pm. Having enjoyed a strong start to the season with 11 points from a possible 15 in their recent home games, Lajong now faces the challenge of an away match against Rajasthan United.
Currently occupying the 4th position with 12 points from six matches, Lajong’s head coach, Bobby Nongbet, expressed optimism during the pre-match press conference.
Despite Rajasthan United’s recent struggles, Nongbet acknowledged the potential difficulties of an away game but emphasized his team’s determination to secure another victory and gather three crucial points.
Rajasthan United, led by head coach Pushpender Kundu, finds themselves in the 12th position on the points table with just one win, a draw, and 5 losses, accumulating 4 points from seven matches.
Lajong aims to extend their unbeaten run and maintain their impressive form, while Rajasthan United is eager to secure three points to climb higher in the standings.
The match will be broadcasted live on the Eurosport India channel, with live streaming available on the official Indian Football YouTube channel. For OTT users, the game can be watched live on the Fancode app. Football enthusiasts can anticipate an exciting clash between Lajong and Rajasthan United as both teams strive for victory in the I-League Round 8 encounter.
As football enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this clash, the significance of this match extends beyond the scoreboard. For Shillong Lajong, a victory not only solidifies their position in the top tier but also reinforces the team’s resilience in both home and away fixtures.
On the other hand, Rajasthan United sees this as a pivotal opportunity to turn their fortunes around and make a significant leap up the points table.
In the broader context of the I-League, each match carries the weight of potential season-altering outcomes, and this encounter is no exception.
As the Deccan Arena prepares to host this thrilling battle, fans can expect a display of skill, strategy, and determination from both sides.
The live broadcast on the Eurosport India channel and the online platforms ensures that football enthusiasts won’t miss a moment of the action.
Ultimately, the outcome of this match will contribute to shaping the narrative of the ongoing I-League season and leave a lasting impression on the journey of both Shillong Lajong and Rajasthan United.
The I-League has been dominated by a few teams in recent years, with Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Bengaluru FC winning the most titles.
However, there have been a few surprise winners in recent years, such as Chennai City FC and Gokulam Kerala FC.
The I-League is an important part of the Indian football landscape, and it has helped to develop some of the country’s best players. Many of India’s national team players have played in the I-League, and the league has also helped to attract foreign players to India.
The top two teams are promoted to the Indian Super League, while the bottom two teams are relegated to the I-League 2.
The I-League is the professional football league in India. It is the second tier of the Indian football league system, below the Indian Super League.
The league was founded in 2007 and is contested by 13 teams. The current champions are Gokulam Kerala FC