Mohun Bagan looking to get back to winning ways against Goa

MARGAO: Having slipped from the top position in the Indian Super League (ISL) table after going winless in their last two matches, ATK Mohun Bagan will target a return to winning ways when they face in-form FC Goa at the Fatorda Stadium here on Wednesday.

While the Mariners are placed third on the table with 10 points after five games, their opponents, FC Goa, placed fifth with 8 points, are not too far away.

The contest will not only see two of the strongest teams in the Hero ISL take on each other but will also pit two tactically sound managers with contrasting philosophies.

Mohun Bagan coach Antonio Habas puts his belief in a pragmatic way of playing the game -- sitting deep and hitting opposition sides on the counter attack. So far, the Kolkata giants have had an average of 46 percent possession - third-lowest by a team this season.

Meanwhile, Juan Ferrando's FC Goa side, like to hog possession of the ball. They have averaged 59 percent possession - most by a team this campaign.

Bagan, however, will have to deal with injury concerns with Javi Hernandez and Tiri both doubtful for the game. Injuries to the duo have disrupted the balance of the side and Habas acknowledged the problem after his side dropped points in their previous game against Hyderabad FC.

"There is a long way (to go this season)," Habas had said about his team losing the top spot. "Obviously, we don't want to lose but we have many problems with injuries. But we have to recover the players and make them compete." IANS

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