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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Fc Goa vs Jamshedpur
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COMPETITION :
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Super Cup
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26-10-2025
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TIME:
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07.30 PM IST
06.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Stadium
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NorthEast United vs Inter Kashi Preview: Benali’s Men Eye Strong Start as Inter Kashi Step Into the Unknown
“The first game is always very important in these kinds of tournaments. It’s the toughest group in the competition. Whichever team advances from here will have a great advantage going into the knockouts,” remarked NorthEast United head coach Benali on the eve of their AIFF Super Cup 2025 opener.
For Inter Kashi, this marks a historic debut in the Super Cup. Fresh off their memorable I-League triumph, the newly promoted side face a stern test in their first game at this level. However, preparations have been far from ideal — their foreign players and head coach Antonio López Habas are yet to receive visas, leaving them to field an all-Indian squad for the opener.
In Habas’ absence, goalkeeping coach Abhijit Mondal will lead the team from the touchline. Despite the setback, Mondal remained optimistic:
“In football, anything can happen. We’ve retained a strong core, added exciting young players, and have Habas guiding us remotely. The boys are motivated. We’ll fight,” he said confidently.
This will be the first-ever meeting between NorthEast United and Inter Kashi, adding an air of unpredictability to the clash. Benali acknowledged the challenge of facing an untested opponent:
“Facing Inter Kashi won’t be easy. They will be very motivated, and we must be focused. Playing to our strengths will be key.”
Inter Kashi captain Sumeet Passi echoed his coach’s belief, promising resilience and intent:
“We respect NorthEast United. They are in form and full of confidence. But we’re here to prove ourselves and won’t make it easy for them. It’s going to be a proper test of character.”
FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC: A Final Revisited
The second fixture of the night rekindles memories of a thrilling 2025 Super Cup final, where FC Goa cruised past Jamshedpur FC 3-0 to clinch their second title and book a place in the AFC Champions League Two preliminary stage.
This time, Jamshedpur FC return with revenge on their minds, determined to overturn their past heartbreak and make a statement early in the tournament.
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