Get ready for an exciting football clash as Indian Super League (ISL) clubs Mumbai City FC and Jamshedpur FC go head-to-head in an AFC Champions League 2023-24 qualifying play-off match at the Payyanad Stadium in Manjeri, Kerala on Tuesday. The match will kick off at 8:30 PM in India and will be available for live streaming.
The winner of the JFC vs MCFC match will earn a coveted direct entry into the AFC Champions League 2023-24 group stage. Mumbai City FC has already made history by featuring in the 2022 AFC Champions League, becoming the second Indian club after FC Goa (2021) to play in Asia’s premier club football competition.
Mumbai City FC’s impressive performance in the 2022 AFC Champions League saw them defeat Iraq’s Air Force Club and become the first Indian football club to win a group-stage game in the competition. The Islanders, as Mumbai City are popularly called, won twice against Air Force Club and held UAE’s Al Jazira to a draw, finishing second in their group with seven points. This tally is an accomplishment no Indian club has achieved before, making Mumbai City FC a force to reckon with.
Mumbai City FC’s recent win of the ISL League Winners Shield 2022-23, combined with their semifinal appearance in the ISL, where they were knocked out by finalists Bengaluru FC after a penalty shootout, makes them a formidable opponent. On the other hand, Jamshedpur FC, who failed to defend their League Shield title, finished the 2022-23 ISL season 10th in the 11-team tournament.
The Red Miners, Jamshedpur’s pet name, failed to secure a win over Mumbai City FC in both their league games, drawing one (1-1) and losing one (2-1) last season. However, Jamshedpur FC has the potential to cause an upset, and fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling match.
Indian fans can catch all the action live on the Sony Ten 2 and Sony Ten 2 HD TV channels, or through live streaming on the Fan Code app. This match is a crucial opportunity for both teams to make their mark on the international stage and put Indian football on the map.
In conclusion, the Jamshedpur FC vs Mumbai City FC AFC Champions League qualifier is set to be an exciting match that will test the mettle of both teams. Mumbai City FC, with their impressive record, are clear favorites, but Jamshedpur FC has the potential to cause an upset. This match is a crucial opportunity for both teams to make history and inspire the next generation of Indian footballers.
