ISL 2015: Marquee player analysis

A look at how the marquee players performed this weekThe success of the inaugral season of the Indian Super League (ISL) saw it establish itself as one of the most popular and widely followed tournaments in the world of football. Registering the fourth highest attendance in football last year, ISL’s rise has seen it attract famed footballers who have reached the twilight of their career.The expectations surrounding these household names was sky high and although some have been able to live upto the hype, few have hardly justified their performances in this year’s tournament.In this weekly series, Sportskeeda will look to evaluate the performance of the marquee signings of each team and their contribution to their respective sides.

#5 Elano- Chennaiyin FC

The star performer amongst the marquee players this week was Elano Blumer, Chennaiyin FC’s talisman. The Brazilian who was dropped to the bench in the side’s previous fixture against North East United returned to the starting eleven and proved his worth as he orchestrated the play from midfield to guide the side from the South to a comfortable win against FC Pune City.

Elano was involved in Stiven Mendoza’s goal as it was his pass that was turned in by the striker to score the winner. The former Manchester City player enjoyed the freedom to move freely as he was awarded with acres of space in the midfield by the Pune side.

His return in form will come as a huge boost for Marco Materazzi’s side who are now looking to recalim the top spot in the standings, having already registered three wins in the campaign so far.

*Helder Postiga, Marchena and Lucio were not involved in any sort this gameweek.