# Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi Match Preview, Prediction, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch — ISL 2026

URL: https://technosports.co.in/chennaiyin-fc-vs-sc-delhi-match-preview/  
Published: 2026-04-16  
Updated: 2026-04-16  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

A struggling home side desperate for a lifeline versus a newly minted club riding an unexpected wave of form — this ISL 2026 fixture has all the ingredients for a cracking Friday night clash. Here’s everything you need to know before kick-off.

## Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi: Match Details at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi, ISL 2025–26 |
| **Date & Time** | Friday, 17 April 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| **Venue** | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai |
| **TV Broadcast** | Sony Ten 2 |
| **Live Streaming** | FanCode App & Website |
| **International Stream** | FanCode YouTube (most countries) |

## Current Form & Context

Chennaiyin FC have won just one of their seven ISL games so far and sit 12th in the table with 5 points. Back-to-back home defeats — a 2-1 loss against Inter Kashi and a punishing 3-1 reverse against East Bengal — have drained confidence at the Marina Arena. The Marina Machans have not won a home match since March 2025.

![Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/chneneu-1024x683.avif)

SC Delhi, meanwhile, are the feel-good story of the season. The capital club — new to the [Indian Super League](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Super_League) — sit 9th in the table with 8 points from 7 games, having turned their season around with wins over Kerala Blasters and NorthEast United and remaining unbeaten in four league games.

## Head-to-Head Record

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Total Meetings | 13 |
| Chennaiyin FC Wins | 6 |
| SC Delhi Wins | 4 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Last 5 Home H2H (CFC) | Won just 1 of last 5 vs Delhi at home |

Chennaiyin hold the all-time edge, but their recent home record against Delhi is worrying — and current form firmly tips the balance in SC Delhi’s favour.

## Predicted Lineups

**Chennaiyin FC (4-1-4-1):** Mohammad Nawaz; Laldinpuia PC, Pritam Kotal, Eduardo Kau, Mandar Rao Desai; Mohamed Ali Bemammer; Imran Khan, Maheson Singh, Alberto Noguera, Farukh Choudhary; Irfan Yadwad

**SC Delhi (4-3-3):** Nora Fernandes; Lamgoulen Hangshing, Rafael Ribeiro, Alex Saji, Manoj Mohammad; Rooney, Ousmane Fane, Augustine Lalrochana; Joseph Sunny, Devendra Murgaokar, Mohammed Aimen

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## Key Players to Watch

**Irfan Yadwad (CFC)** — The forward has scored 2 goals in his last three games and is the standout performer for the Marina Machans this season.

**Joseph Sunny (SC Delhi)** — The 22-year-old is SC Delhi’s top scorer with 3 goals in 6 ISL games, running the show with goals and assists.

For more ISL 2025–26 coverage including fantasy tips and team analysis, head over to [TechnoSports’ ISL hub](https://technosports.co.in) and check out our [Indian football season guide](https://technosports.co.in).

## Match Prediction

Chennaiyin have failed to win 10 of their last 11 matches, while SC Delhi arrive on the back of an impressive 3-0 win at NorthEast United. The numbers and momentum both point one way.

**Predicted winner: SC Delhi to win or draw ⚽** Confidence level: SC Delhi — High | Chennaiyin — Low

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch the Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi ISL 2026 match live?**

 The match is live on **Sony Ten 2** on TV and streaming on the **FanCode app and website** — with international viewers able to catch it free on FanCode’s YouTube channel.

### **Q: What time does the Chennaiyin FC vs SC Delhi match kick off on April 17?**

 Kick-off is at **5:00 PM IST on Friday, 17 April 2026**, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.