ISL 2023: Let’s take a deeper look at the Indian Super League So Far as We Head into the First International Break

As the ISL season heads into the international break, following the last match played on 8th October between Mumbai City FC and Kerala Blasters, let’s provide a brief overview of the teams’ performances, current standings, and the impact of their coaches.

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As of now, here is a roundup of the Indian Super League (ISL) standings as we head into the first international break:

1. Mohun Bagan:

Mohun Bagan Super Giant secured a comfortable 3-1 victory over Chennaiyin FC in Chennai on Saturday, 7th October to record their third consecutive win of ISL-10. The first-half strikes by Australian attacking duo Dimitri Petratos and Jason Cummings were crucial. However, Sahal Abdul Samad was the star of the show.

Mohun Bagan has made an outstanding start to the ISL season, winning all three of their opening matches. Under the guidance of Coach Juan Ferrando from Spain, the team has displayed impressive form. They’ve scored 7 goals while conceding 2, resulting in a remarkable goal difference of +5. Currently, Mohun Bagan holds the top position in the table with a perfect 9 points.

2. Mumbai City FC

Mumbai City FC has shown promise in the early stages of the season, securing 2 wins and 1 draw in their three matches. With the coaching expertise of English Des Buckingham, the team has scored 6 goals and conceded 4, resulting in a goal difference of +2. Mumbai City FC currently occupies the second position in the standings with 7 points.

3. FC Goa

FC Goa won a thrilling match against Odisha FC with a 96th-minute stoppage-time goal by young left-back Jay Gupta. Noah Sadaoui played a vital role in FC Goa’s attack throughout the match, causing trouble for the opposition defense. However, the highlight of the day was Gupta’s curling effort, which catapulted him into the limelight as a promising young talent for the Gaurs.

Under the guidance of Coach Manolo Marquez from Spain, FC Goa has had a strong start to the season, winning both of their matches. Their attacking prowess has been evident as they’ve scored 4 goals while conceding 2, resulting in a goal difference of +2. FC Goa currently sits in the third position in the table with 6 points.

4. Kerala Blasters

Following Kerala Blasters FC’s first defeat of the Indian Super League season against Mumbai City FC, the team’s assistant coach, Frank Dauwen, conveyed his disappointment. Dauwen noted that the early goal conceded by Kerala Blasters shifted the momentum in favor of Mumbai City FC during the match held on Sunday, October 8th. As a result of this defeat, Kerala Blasters FC has slipped to the fourth position in the points table. Looking ahead, the team is set to host NorthEast United FC on their home turf on October 21, following the conclusion of the international break.

Kerala Blasters had a promising start with 2 wins but suffered a setback with a defeat in their third match. Under the Serbian coach Ivan Vukomanovic , the team has displayed both strength and vulnerability. They’ve scored 4 goals and conceded 3, resulting in a goal difference of +1. Kerala Blasters are positioned fourth in the standings with 6 points.

Additionally, Prabir Das was part of a few clumsy clashes toward the end of the ISL game against Mumbai City FC. He was seemingly grabbed in a chokehold by Rostyn Griffiths towards the end of the game, which left him shaken and in tears. Prabir Das has since come forward with a statement on Twitter addressing the on-field controversy and the unwarranted abuse thrown at his mother, emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship.

5. NorthEast United FC

Parthib Gogoi achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the inaugural NorthEast United FC player to score in four consecutive games, including all three opening matches of the season. His exceptional goal against Punjab FC served as a testament to his outstanding link-up play and his significant influence on the team’s attacking prowess.

NorthEast United FC, under the guidance of Coach Juan Pedro Penali from Spain, has had a mixed start to the season with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss. The team has shown promise by scoring 5 goals while conceding 3, resulting in a goal difference of +2. Currently, NorthEast United FC is in the fifth position with 4 points.

6. Odisha FC

Odisha FC, coached by Sergio Lobera from Spain, has had a balanced start to the season with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss. They’ve showcased their attacking potential by scoring 6 goals while conceding 5, resulting in a goal difference of +1. Odisha FC holds the sixth position in the table with 4 points.

7. East Bengal FC

Under the guidance of Spainish Coach Carlos Cuadrat, East Bengal FC has had a balanced start with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss. The team has scored 3 goals and conceded 3, resulting in a goal difference of 0. East Bengal FC currently occupies the seventh position in the standings with 4 points.

8. Jamshedpur FC

Jamshedpur FC has made a significant acquisition by bringing in 26-year-old forward Steve Ambri, who is set to play a pivotal role in the squad for the remainder of the Indian Super League (ISL) season. Ambri is renowned for his versatile attacking skills, offering a combination of speed and finesse that will greatly benefit the team.

Jamshedpur FC’s Head Coach, Scott Cooper, expressed his enthusiasm regarding Ambri’s arrival, stating his skills and style of play will be a great asset to the club. Ambri’s international journey includes representing Guinea-Bissau in the 2021 African Cup of Nations.

Additionally, Jamshedpur FC fans created a terrific atmosphere at the Furnace during a match against Hyderabad FC. Rei Tachikawa, a midfielder, scored a stunning free-kick goal in the 76th minute, securing a victory for Jamshedpur FC.

In their recent match against Hyderabad FC, Jamshedpur FC secured a narrow victory with a spectacular free-kick goal in the 76th minute, courtesy of midfielder Rei Tachikawa. The Japanese midfielder played a crucial role in Jamshedpur FC’s attacking play and scored a remarkable free-kick goal, delighting the home fans.

Jamshedpur FC, coached by Scott Cooper from the Philippines, has had a similar start to East Bengal with 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss. The team has scored 1 goal and conceded 1, resulting in a goal difference of 0. Jamshedpur FC is in the eighth position with 4 points.

9. Bengaluru FC

Bengaluru FC registered a spectacular comeback win against East Bengal FC, with Sunil Chhetri and Javi Hernandez playing key roles. Javi Hernandez scored a stunning overhead goal in the 72nd minute, showcasing his exceptional understanding of space and skill.

Bengaluru FC started with 1 win but suffered 2 losses under the coaching of Simon Grayson from England. The team has scored 3 goals and conceded 4, resulting in a goal difference of -1. Bengaluru FC is positioned ninth in the standings with 3 points.

10. Punjab FC

Punjab FC under the guidance of Greek Coach Staikos Vergetis has struggled in the early part of the season with 3 losses. Without a win, they’ve scored 2 goals and conceded 5, resulting in a goal difference of -3. Punjab FC is in the tenth position with 1 point.

11. Hyderabad FC

Hyderabad FC, under the coaching of Thangboi Shinto, who is the only Indian Coach, is yet to secure a win, with 2 losses in their 2 matches. They’ve scored 1 goal and conceded 3, resulting in a goal difference of -2. Hyderabad FC is in the eleventh position with 0 points.

12. Chennaiyin FC

Chennaiyin FC has had a difficult start with 3 losses in their opening matches, coached by Owen Coyle from Scotland. They’ve scored 1 goal and conceded 8, resulting in a challenging goal difference of -7. Chennaiyin FC is at the bottom of the table with 0 points.

Nita Ambani and ISL

Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) Founder Chairperson Nita Ambani hailed the Indian Super League (ISL) for providing a platform for young Indian footballers to progress and play for the national team. She expressed happiness at seeing talents like Sandesh Jhingan, Akash Mishra, and Sahal Abdul Samad being identified and nurtured by the ISL. Mrs. Ambani mentioned this as an extremely fulfilling and proud moment for the entire league.