Kolkata, Feb 4: Punjab FC will look to carry their winning momentum when they take on league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League fixture away here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) on Wednesday.
The Shers, currently ninth in the league table with 23 points from 17 matches, will be aiming to put up a strong fight against the table-toppers Mohun Bagan, who sit comfortably at the top with 43 points from 19 matches. A positive result in this game would provide a significant boost to Punjab’s playoff ambitions as they look to close the gap on the teams above them.
Speaking ahead of the game, Punjab FC Head Coach Panagiotis Dilmperis emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and taking the fight to the league leaders. “Every match for us is important for us from this point on. We will have to play every match like a final and any point we can take is really important. Tomorrow’s match will be crucial like the others. We have to be focused during the entirety of the game and stick to our game plan”, said Dilmperis.
The Shers will take confidence from their thrilling 3-2 victory over Bengaluru FC, where Luka Majcen’s injury-time winner secured all three points. The Slovenian striker remains Punjab FC’s talisman upfront, with seven goals and three assists this season. Filip Mrzljak, who also found the net in the previous match, has been a vital presence in midfield alongside Ezequiel Pulga Vidal, both of whom have played crucial roles in creating and converting chances. (IANS)
