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Odisha FC 2024–25 season review: Promise, problems, and a painful miss

Odisha FC 2024–25 season review: Promise, problems, and a painful miss

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The 2024–25 season was meant to be Odisha FC’s big leap forward under the guidance of seasoned coach Sergio Lobera. But despite flashes of brilliance and some standout individual performances, the Kalinga Warriors ended the campaign in disappointment, finishing 7th in the Indian Super League (ISL) standings and crashing out of the AIFF Super Cup. Coming into the season with high hopes, Odisha FC were expected to push for a top-four finish. However, a mix of inconsistent form, injuries, and off-field distractions saw them fall just short of the playoffs. The Kalinga Super Cup exit was particularly embarrassing, being knocked out by Punjab FC despite having defeated them 3-0 in the group stage. Injuries played a crucial role in derailing the season. The loss of striker Roy Krishna to injury was a major blow, forcing the club to bring in Dori mid-season. Though Dori had found success in Kerala’s Super League, he couldn’t replicate that impact in the ISL. There were also rumours of Sergio Lobera’s potential switch to Kerala Blasters mid-season, which further unsettled …

Ajaraie powers NorthEast United to victory over Odisha- Talking Points

Ajaraie powers NorthEast United to victory over Odisha- Talking Points

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The Moroccan sensation Alaeddine Ajaraie continued his goal-scoring streak in his debut ISL season, scoring a brace and providing an assist against Odisha FC to help his team secure a full three points in a home game on Sunday. NorthEast United completely dominated the first half and went into the halftime break with a solid 2-0 lead, thanks to a brace from their midfielder, Ajaraie. Odisha had a good start to the second half, but they still fell short in the end, despite quality goals from Hugo Boumous and Diego Mauricio. Here are five key takeaways from this interesting encounter: Playing for NorthEast United FC, Alaeddine Ajaraie becomes the 1⃣st-ever player in the history of the Indian Super League to score in 7⃣ consecutive games at the start of the season 🤯 Consistency!#IndianFootball ⚽️ | #ISL pic.twitter.com/iXhb9uBGr1 — The Bridge Football (@bridge_football) November 3, 2024 #5 Odisha missed Jahouh Odisha FC missed their star midfielder Ahmed Jahouh, who was suspended for this match due to a red card in his previous ISL game. Jahouh is …

Top 10 Foreign Players of 2024-25 Season

Top 10 Foreign Players of 2024-25 Season

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A quarter of the way into the 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season, the standings have already delivered some surprises. Four of last year’s playoff teams are currently out of the top six, while clubs like Jamshedpur FC and NorthEast United FC are playing some of their best football in years. With 16 points, Bengaluru FC has matched its best-ever start, reminiscent of its league-topping 2018-19 season. Central to these shifts are the international stars, including both new signings and experienced players who’ve changed clubs. Let’s take a closer look at ten of the top-performing overseas players who are making waves this season. 1. Alaaeddine Ajaraie (NorthEast United FC) Alaaeddine Ajaraie has quickly become a sensation for NorthEast United FC, racking up 10 goal contributions (7 goals, 3 assists) in just 460 minutes – the most by any player this season. His average goal contribution every 46 minutes is the second-best rate in ISL history among players with at least 300 minutes played. Ajaraie is only the second player in ISL history to score in …

Can Lobera’s men bring home the laurels?

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As the new Indian Super League (ISL) season kicks off, Odisha FC is brimming with ambition and promise. After a strong performance last season, where they secured a top-four finish and reached the semifinals, the Juggernauts are eager to take their game to new heights. With a blend of seasoned talent, strategic reinforcements, and a highly accomplished manager at the helm, Odisha FC is poised to make a significant impact this year. In the previous season, Odisha FC made a significant impact by finishing fourth and reaching the semifinals. Their journey was cut short by Mohun Bagan Super Giant, the eventual Shield winners. They also came close to clinching the Super Cup, but a final loss to East Bengal, despite home advantage at the Kalinga Stadium, was a bitter disappointment. Sergio Lobera: The genius Odisha FC is stepping into the new season with high hopes, primarily driven by their accomplished manager, Sergio Lobera. The Spaniard, known for his success with Mumbai City FC, where he secured both the ISL Shield and the title, will be …