Bengaluru FC vs NorthEast United FC Prediction: Both teams will go for win

Bengaluru FC will welcome NorthEast United FC in Gameweek 11 of the Indian Super League at Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru. Both the teams would want a win to have some confidence going into the Super Cup. Who will win? 

Bengaluru FC experienced a lacklustre beginning to the season, managing just one victory in their initial 10 games. This led to the departure of head coach Simon Grayson and the subsequent appointment of Zaragoza, the former Blues assistant manager.

In his debut match as the new head coach, the Spaniard secured an impressive 1-0 victory. This not only halted Bengaluru FC’s seven-game winless streak but also resulted in a clean sheet for the team.

A triumph against NorthEast United FC has the potential to elevate Bengaluru FC from the ninth to the sixth position, signifying a significant ascent considering the team's performances over the past two months.

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (GK); Namgyal Bhutia, Aleksander Jovanovic, Slavko Damjanovic, Naorem Roshan Singh; Keziah Veendorp, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Javi Hernandez; Halicharan Narzary, Sunil Chhetri, Rohit Danu.

Meanwhile, despite an impressive beginning, NorthEast United FC has once again slipped down the standings and currently holds a higher position than Bengaluru FC solely based on goal difference. The Highlanders have not secured a win in their last five games, conceding a total of 11 goals in this duration.

Recent weeks have seen recurring challenges in the defensive department, and the attack has also encountered difficulties. Head coach Juan Pedro Benali faces a considerable task in enhancing their form, but their aim is to secure the sixth spot before the commencement of the one-month break.

Mirshad Michu (GK), Dinesh Singh, Asheer Akhtar, Miguel Zobaco, Tondonba Singh, Ali Bemammer, Phalguni Singh, Romain Philippoteaux, Gani Nigam, Nestor Albiach, Jithin MS.

Although the recent form of both teams seems evenly matched, there is a notable contrast in the quality of players on each side. Bengaluru FC boasts a strong squad and, under the guidance of a new head coach, aims to maintain their momentum and start the game with an assertive approach.

On the other hand, NorthEast United FC will seek opportunities on the break against the Blues but must be clinical to secure a positive outcome. Considering the overall balance and form, Bengaluru is expected to secure three points.