Hyderabad FC host rejuvenated NorthEast United to end 2022 on a high – ISL 2022-23: After registering an impressive victory in Bengaluru, Hyderabad FC will look to put in a similar performance this week when they take on NorthEast United in a tricky ISL clash at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium in Hyderabad, on 29 December at 7.30 PM IST.
HFC, who now have 25 points from 11 games, are second in the league table and will aim to put pressure on league leaders Mumbai City with a positive result in this tie. The Highlanders recorded their first win of the 2022-23 campaign under new coach Vincenzo Annese in impressive fashion last weekend when they beat ATK Mohun Bagan 1-0. They could prove to be a tough test for HFC in this crunch clash.
Hyderabad FC vs NorthEast United FC – Manolo Marquez reacts
Although they struggled in the first half of the current campaign, Wilmar Jordan’s winner against the Mariners will give them plenty of confidence going into this fixture. The likes of Romain Philippoteaux, Jon Gaztanaga, Rochharzela, Pragyan Gogoi, and Aaron Evans have been impressive in bits and could trouble his side, believes Hyderabad FC Head Coach Manolo Marquez. “NorthEast did not deserve to be on zero points with the previous coach. They had some very close games but have now changed the coach and now registered their first win,” said Manolo.
“NUFC have improved in many aspects, are stronger defensively, and are a threat on the counterattack. They have excellent players and this is another game that will be very difficult for us,” he further added.
Hyderabad saw their star striker Ogbeche get back among the goals after a mini-drought in the last game against BFC. Joel Chianese was also on the scoresheet while Halicharan Narzary continues to make an impact in front of the goal.
The backline has been well shielded by Gurmeet Singh while Borja Herrera, Hitesh Sharma, and Nim Dorjee Tamang stepped up in the absence of key players. After three consecutive victories, Coach Manolo Marquez is quietly confident that his side will put in a strong performance in this game.
“When you play football in a competition like the ISL, you must collect points every moment. The mood in the camp is always good and we are ready to play against another good team,” he said.
Hyderabad FC vs NorthEast United FC Live Streaming
Hyderabad currently have the best defensive record in the league. However, the Highlanders are finding their feet and will surely provide a stern test on Thursday. The game kicks off at 7:30 pm IST on Thursday. Viewers can tune in on the Star Sports Network with live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar and JioTV.
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