Super League Kerala : Malappuram Fc vs Forca Kochi Live, Preview and Lineups

Malappuram Fc vs Forca Kochi
MATCH INFO
MATCH :	Malappuram Fc vs Forca Kochi
COMPETITION :	Super League Kerala
DATE:	04-11-2025
TIME:	07.30 PM IST    06.00 PM UAE
STADIUM	Maharajas Stadium

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Malappuram Fc  2-0  Forca Kochi

Predicted Lineup

Forca Kochi Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Murshid (GK); Romario Jesuraj, Luis Rodriguez, Jishnu, Sreerag; Abhishek, Rachid, Mushraf; Sajeesh, Douglas Tardin, Sangeeth Satheesh.

Malappuram FC Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Mohammed Azhar (GK); Abdul Hakku, Sanju, Aitor, Jithin; Irshad, Facundo, Badr; Abhijith PA, Roy Krishna, Gani Abdul Nigam.

Forca Kochi FC eye first win as Malappuram FC look to extend unbeaten run

The Super League Kerala 2025 returns to the historic Maharajas College Ground, Kochi, with Forca Kochi FC desperate to turn their season around as they take on Malappuram FC in the second fixture of Round 5.

Forca Kochi, the only team yet to register a win this season, find themselves at the bottom of the table after four consecutive defeats. Their hopes of qualification to the semifinals now hang by a thread — they must win all remaining matches to stand any chance of progressing.

On the other hand, Malappuram FC remain one of only two unbeaten sides in the competition. Sitting fourth with six points from four matches, they will be eager to build momentum and cement their place in the top four.

For Forca Kochi, the stakes couldn’t be higher. A loss here would virtually seal their exit from the tournament, while a win could finally lift the gloom of a 363-day winless streak, dating back to their semifinal victory in Season 1 on November 6, 2024.

Their last outing against Thrissur Magic FC ended in disappointment, compounded by an early injury to Spanish midfielder Ramon Riego, who was substituted in the 10th minute. His availability for this crucial tie remains uncertain, though head coach Miguel Corral is otherwise expected to have a full-strength squad at his disposal.

Malappuram FC, meanwhile, enter the clash with a clean bill of health and no suspensions, a major boost as they seek to continue their unbeaten run.

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Player to Watch: John Kennedy (Malappuram FC)

Few players have made as instant an impact as John Kennedy. The versatile forward, a former Calicut FC star who helped his side clinch the inaugural title, has quickly become a fan favourite at Malappuram FC.

Kennedy’s adaptability — capable of playing both centrally and on the wings — allows him to constantly trouble defenders and create goal-scoring opportunities.

His influence was evident in the Northern Derby against Calicut FC, where his tactical awareness sparked a comeback. In the recent clash against Thiruvananthapuram Kombans, he once again proved decisive, coming off the bench to score the winning goal in the 69th minute.

If Kennedy maintains his form, his creativity and composure in front of goal could well prove to be the difference-maker between Forca Kochi and Malappuram FC.