ISL 2017/18: Fantasy Tips for Chennaiyin FC vs Mumbai City FC
Match 88 of ISL 2017/18 will see Chennaiyin FC take on Mumbai City FC at the Marina Arena. Chennaiyin FC are already qualified and will look to secure momentum before the semi-finals, while Mumbai City FC will look to end the season on a high.
Goalkeepers
Karanjit Singh: Karanjit produced a man of the match display against Kerala Blasters making a number of top saves including a penalty. The shot-stopper has been one of the standout goalkeepers of ISL 2017/18 and is one of the big reason for Chennaiyin FC’s strong defensive record.
Defenders
Jerry Lalrinzuala: The 19-year-old has provided two assists so far, only Rene Mihelic has more amongst Chennaiyin FC players. The full-back has attempted 754 passes, the second most by a Chennaiyin FC player. Jerry’s potential at both ends make him a must pick for your fantasy teams.
Lucian Goian: The strapping Romanian despite Mumbai City FC’s under whelming campaign has done well his. Goian has attempted a massive 80 tackles, the most by a central defender in ISL 2017. His 26 interceptions are also the second most by any player in ISL 2017.
Gerson Vieira: Gerson Vieira has impressed with his versatility so far been deployed in midfield or in a back three or four Gerson has done his job well. The Brazilian has attempted 615 passes, second most by a Mumbai City FC player. He has also been a threat going forward attempting 12 shots so far, highlighting his offensive threat.
Sereno: Sereno has already scored once and also assisted once. The Super Machans captain’s aerial prowess means he is also a threat in the opposition box and can contribute both defensively and attacking.
Midfielders
Everton Santos: Everton has contributed 11 goals so far (six goals and five assists) and his speed and is the only Mumbai player to contribute more than 10 goals so far. His willingness to run in behind the defenses offers Mumbai City FC a different dimension going forward
Rene Mihelic: The underrated midfielder has provided four assists, most by a Chennaiyin FC player despite playing only 634 minutes so far. The former Maribor midfielder is also one of the best set piece takers of ISL 2017/18.
Achille Emana: Achille Emana has been superb for Mumbai City FC dominating the midfield with his ball carrying ability and physicality. The burly midfielder makes Mumbai City FC tick highlighted by his tally of four assists, second most by a Mumbai City FC player in ISL 2017/18, plus his 832 passes are also the most by a Mumbai City FC player.
Augusto: Augusto had gone off the boil recently but has shown signs of returning his best. The 26-year old has attempted 760 passes, the most by a Chennaiyin FC player, his 51 attempted tackles are also the most by a Chenanaiyin FC player, the Brazilian’s class and quality combined means he is a must pick for your fantasy teams.
Forwards
Jeje: Jeje is going through a wretched run of form managing just one goal in the last 9 matches. He will look to find form against Mumbai City FC whose defence has struggled away from home. Chennaiyin FC will hope Jeje rediscovers his scoring boots ahead of the semi-finals.
Rafa Jorda: The big striker has belatedly started to make an impression. He has scored and assisted a goal in two out of the last three matches. The 34-year old will look to end the campaign on a high and gain momentum for the upcoming Super Cup.