The makeshift coaching team of TG Purushothaman and Tomasz Tchorz managed to rebuild the fortunes of Kerala Blasters during the current season.
Resurgent Kerala Blasters, who have won three of their last four matches under their new coaches, will be looking to continue their good streak when they face NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League on Saturday.
However, the last-gasp win against Odisha FC exposed the team’s inherent weakness. The defense is still shaky and goalkeeping mistakes are multiplying.
Despite dominating possession against Odisha, the Blasters lacked a killer attacking punch until a quick three-goal attack in the second half turned the tide. Noah Sadaoui’s goals have been crucial to the team’s success over the last few games, but the striker has also had some glaring misses. Captain Adrian Luna has been a lion’s share in midfield and will be on the cards again against NorthEast United.
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NorthEast United, who are currently unbeaten in their last five matches, will be more dangerous than a passive Odisha side who made the mistake of trying to maintain their early lead against Blasters.
Let it be known that striker Alaaeddin Ajaraie will be more than a handful in the Blasters defense. Coach Juan Pedro Benali predicted a difficult match against Blasters, with the dynamics favoring them. Juan wanted his boys to stick to the game plan and come out unscathed against the Blasters.
