ISL 2017/18 Fantasy: Tips for ATK vs Jamshedpur FC
Match 60 of ISL 2017/18 will see ATK take on Jamshedpur FC. Both teams suffered losses in the last match and will look to get back on track. They will be looking for a win to keep themselves in contention for a semifinal spot.
Goalkeepers:
Subrata Paul: Subrata Paul has already kept five clean sheets. Despite Jamshedpur FC not keeping a clean sheet in the last six matches, he has done well whenever his defence has been breached. “The SpiderMan” has proved to be a reliable last line of defence. With ATK’s offence struggling he is a good bet to have on the team.
Defenders
Jordi Montel: Jordi Montel has done well so far playing a big role in ATK’s strong defensive line-up, leading the defence and has helped ATK build form the back. The 30-year-old is also a threat on the set pieces and is capable of scoring both offensive and defensive points.
Prabir Das: The marauding right-back has impressed with his energy to run up and down the pitch. He has been decent defensively, the 24-year-old has attempted 26 tackles, most by an ATK defender. His tally of 12 interceptions is also the most by an ATK player. With ATK boasting a strong defensive record, Prabir has a chance to earn clean sheet points.
Tiri: The experienced Tiri has played a key role for Jamshedpur FC, keeping five clean sheets so far. The 26-year-old has been a calming presence at the back. He has made 22 interceptions, the most by any Jamshedpur FC player. His aerial prowess means Tiri can also score attacking points to go with his clean sheet points.
Midfielders
Trindade: Trindade scored his third goal of the campaign and is now the joint top scorer for Jamshedpur FC, the 21-year-old is in decent form having scored two goals in the last three matches. He has contributed offensively as well as defensively. Trindade has attempted 11 shots on target, the joint-most by a Jamshedpur FC player.
Memo: Defensive midfielder Emerson Gomes has impressed for Jamshedpur FC with his all-round play. The Brazilian has attempted 537 passes, the most by a Jamshedpur FC player and has also contributed defensively, making an impressive 40 tackles in 12 matches which is also the most by a Jamshedpur FC player.
Wellington: Jamshedpur FC acquired Wellington Priori and he has made an instant impact, having contributed one goal and one assist in the three matches so far. The 27-year-old has attempted 142 passes in three matches at an average of more than 47 passes per match. He has also contributed defensively attempting 12 tackles in three matches at an average of four tackles per match, which is the most by a Jamshedpur FC player.
Conor Thomas: The Englishman has perhaps been one of the best defensive midfielders of ISL 2017/18. He has helped ATK take control of matches through his faultless distribution. The 23-year-old has attempted 702 passes, the most by an ATK player. He has also helped defensively making 24 tackles so far, the second most by an ATK player.
Ryan Taylor: The Englishman has impressed at the heart of midfield with his calmness on the ball and distribution. The 33-year-old is dangerous with his set pieces. He has also contributed defensively making 15 tackles in seven matches.
Forwards
Izu Azuka: Azuka has impressed with his movement and his physical presence in the box. He has scored three goals so far and has attempted the most shots by a Jamshedpur FC player. With ATK’s defence not in their best form, Azuka will fancy his chances to get on the scoresheet.
Jerry: Jerry Mawihmingthnga has been in fine form recently. The 21-year-old has contributed attacking returns (1 goal and 3 assists) in 4 of the last 5 matches. His four goal contributions are the most by a Jamshedpur FC player this season.