Indian football fans, this one’s for you. The Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Lineups, and How to Watch covers everything you need ahead of this fascinating Indian Super League Round 1 playoff encounter. Two sides with contrasting identities and plenty to play for are set to collide at one of India’s most iconic football venues — and it promises to be a cracker.

Punjab FC faces Inter Kashi at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday, 20 April 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 UTC (7:30 PM IST). fotmob Punjab arrive in attack-minded form, while Inter Kashi bring a surprisingly strong away record into this fixture. For all the latest ISL coverage, check out our football section on Technosports.

Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi Match Details

Detail	Info
Match	Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi
Competition	Indian Super League – Round 1
Date	Monday, 20 April 2026
Kick-off Time	7:30 PM IST (14:00 UTC)
Venue	Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
Capacity	78,000
Surface	Grass
Weather	~35°C, warm conditions
Punjab FC Form (Last 5)	L, W, W, D, D
Inter Kashi Form (Last 5)	W, W, L, L, L
Inter Kashi Away Rank	3rd best away team this season
Top Scorer – Punjab FC	Nsungusi Effiong
Top Scorer – Inter Kashi	Alfred Planas
Where to Watch	Sony Ten 2, FanCode (India)

Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi Match Preview & Key Insights

Punjab FC have been the more prolific side heading into this contest. They have scored 9 goals in their last 5 matches, though they haven’t kept a clean sheet in any of those 5 games either — making them exciting but defensively vulnerable. fotmob Bede Amarachi Osuji has been the creative engine, registering the most big chances created for the side, while striker Nsungusi Effiong leads the scoring charts.

Inter Kashi, on the other hand, travel to the capital with a quiet confidence. They are ranked 3rd for away form this season, and have scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches. fotmob Latvian midfielder Nauris Petkevicius has been their key chance creator, while Alfred Planas leads their goal tally. Based on FotMob’s official match data powered by Opta, Inter Kashi carry a FotMob rating of 7.26 into this fixture versus Punjab FC’s 7.50.

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Predicted Lineups

Punjab FC (4-2-3-1): Arshdeep Singh; Khaiminthang Lhungdim, Bijoy Varghese, Pramveer, Muhammed Uvais; Samir Zeljkovic, Ricky John Shabong; Muhammad Suhail, Dani Ramírez, Bede Osuji; Nsungusi Effiong

Inter Kashi (4-3-3): Shubham Dhas; Nishu Kumar, Narender Gahlot, Nishchal Chandan, Sandip Mandi; Alfred Planas, Wayne Vaz, Sergio Llamas; Nauris Petkevicius, Rohit Danu, Mohammed Asif Khan

According to the official Indian Super League website, both teams have no reported injuries ahead of this fixture.

Match Prediction

Punjab FC’s goal-scoring form at home gives them the edge, but Inter Kashi’s strong away record makes this far from a straightforward win for the hosts. Expect an open, entertaining game with goals at both ends. Our prediction: Punjab FC 2–1 Inter Kashi.

FAQs

Q1. Where can I watch Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi live in India?

The match is broadcast live on Sony Ten 2 and available for streaming on FanCode in India. Kick-off is at 7:30 PM IST on Monday, 20 April 2026, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.

Q2. What is Inter Kashi’s away form like this ISL season?

Inter Kashi have been one of the better travelling sides this season, ranked 3rd for away performance in the ISL. Their ability to grind out results on the road makes them a genuine threat even at the 78,000-capacity Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.