Chennaiyin FC, Mumbai City FC clash in ISL’s 1000th game

Chennaiyin FC and Mumbai City FC are set to face off in a historic match, marking the 1000th game in the Indian Super League (ISL) history. This milestone game is scheduled to take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai on November 9, 2024.

ISL’s History and the monumental 100th game

The ISL was founded with the inaugural match between ATK and Mumbai City FC on October 12, 2014, which ATK won 3-0. Since then, the league has grown significantly, featuring 2791 goals, 10 finals, six different playoff winners, and four separate league shield victors.

Chennaiyin FC has had a mixed start to the season, with three wins and two draws from their first seven matches. They are currently in seventh place in the points table. Mumbai City FC, on the other hand, has been performing well on the road, scoring in their last 11 away matches. They are just below Chennaiyin FC in eighth place with two wins in six matches.

Head-to-Head Record

Mumbai City FC has a dominant record against Chennaiyin FC, having won 11 out of the 20 matches played between the two teams. Chennaiyin FC has managed only six victories, with three matches ending in a draw.

Chennaiyin FC’s Daniel Chima Chukwu and Mumbai City FC’s Lallianzuala Chhangte are expected to be key players in this high-stakes match. Both teams will be looking to leverage their strengths and exploit the weaknesses of their opponents.

The match is highly anticipated, not only for the milestone it represents but also for the competitive nature of the encounter. Chennaiyin FC head coach Owen Coyle described the game as “emotional” and emphasized that past records count for nothing when the game starts. Mumbai City FC head coach Petr Kratky acknowledged the growing competitiveness in the ISL and expressed satisfaction with his team’s progress.

Also Read: ICC reveals pitch rating for India’s home Test season, Kanpur outfield unsatisfactory