Sunday’s ISL 2025-26 fixture at Sree Kanteerava Stadium pits a surging Bengaluru FC against a resilient NorthEast United FC. The hosts are buzzing from a solid 2-0 defeat of SC Delhi, powered by standout performances from Shivshakti Narayanan and captain Sunil Chhetri.
NorthEast, licking wounds from a Bengal defeat, aims to shatter their away drought against Bengaluru—no wins since 2018. With 13 matches defining the season, pressure mounts on the visitors to deliver.
Thoiba Singh’s pre-game words carried hope: ‘It’s not just about holding the ball; it’s attacking smartly and defending stoutly. Sunday demands our peak performance, and chances will come our way.’
Defender Chinglensana Singh stressed collective effort: ‘Pressure games require unity. We’re tackling this season one match at a time, always with a winner’s attitude. Good things await us here.’
The teams’ last meeting drew 2-2 on NorthEast turf, promising a tactical chess match. Bengaluru’s home fortress and momentum contrast NorthEast’s grit, potentially leading to goals galore. As stars align for an intense showdown, expect drama, skill, and unyielding competition in this crucial league encounter.