Ciao Presidente
, stavo dando anch'io un'occhiata al campionato indiano ed in particolare alle due partite che hai citato.
Mi hai anticipato, anche a me piacciono le bets che hai postato.
Avevo dei dubbi riguardo al fatto di prendere due singole oppure fare il doppio.
Ho scelto di limitare le unità ed ho piazzato solo un combo.
La quota del Mahindra comunque a me risulta essere 2,50
Mahindra United + Dempo/Viva Kerala over 2,5 a 4,63@bwin. Investite 7u
Non sarà comunque facile per il Mahindra portare a casa la vittoria visto che avrà tre assenze di rilievo a centrocampo.
I padroni di casa avranno invece qualche problema nel reparto arretrato. Dovrebbero mancare il centrale difensivo ed il portiere titolare.
Purtroppo rientra l'attaccante Opara che ha finora messo a segno la metà dei gol realizzati dall'Air India.
*Mahindra hope to break winless streak
Wednesday, 11. November 2009 - Anthony D’Souza (GW)
The defeat to East Bengal in the last encounter have dented Air India's record at Fortress Cooperage and Mahindra United will be hoping to inflict further damage when the two clash in the Mumbai derby on Thursday.
With 11 points from seven matches, Mahindra United are fourth in the table while their rivals are third from bottom with only five points from six games.
Former national league champions Mahindra United have missed the chance to go top on more than one occasion. Their last four matches have ended in draws and the eight-round I-League match presents them with a chance to get things in order.
Absence of three key players will bother Mahindra United coach David Booth. Svetozar Mijin and Sushant Mathew are suspended for the match while Steven Dias is out after sustaining a knee injury against Viva Kerala.
The knowledge that Air India won't be in full strength will perhaps be of some comfort to Booth. Central defender Behnam Foroughirad and goalkeeper Arnab Das Sharma will miss the tie against Mahindra United after colliding during their match against East Bengal. Moreover, Henry Gangte and Soccor Velho too are suspended for the encounter.
The only good news from Air India’s point of view is the return of striker N.D. Opara, while Mahindra United's defence will welcome back Nishtar Kalialaudeen.
"We have players missing. We are not having a settled team due to too many yellow cards but we know Mahindra United and Air India have some history and we know we have to be ready for that," said Booth.
In the past, Bimal Ghosh's team has been known to put it across more fancied rivals but Mahindra United will hope to get the record straight this time around.
Incessant rains that have lashed the city for the past two days will make the turf a difficult proposition and whoever adapts to the conditions best will have a chance to come out on top.
Nell'altro match propendo per l'over in quanto il Dempo ha finora dimostrato di andare in rete con una certa facilità , ma nello stesso tempo la difesa è raramente impeccabile visto che ha già subito dieci reti nelle prime sette giornate.
Il Viva Kerala è una neopromossa che dopo aver pagato lo scotto per il salto di categoria si stà riprendendo e, da quello che leggo, sembra in netta crescita.
Come potete leggere, entrambe le squadre hanno qualche problema di formazione.
*Dempo face Kerala youngsters
Wednesday, 11. November 2009 - P.S. Parameswaran
Dempo's clash against Viva Kerala in the eighth round of the I-League at Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, will be a contest between experience and inexperience.
Dempo have seven India internationals in their squad and immense experience playing in the top tier of Indian football. On the other hand, the club from Kerala has a bunch of youngsters who are yet to prove their mettle.
On Thursday, Dempo are likely to be without the injured Samir Naik and Mahesh Gawli. In their absence the back four has been struggling off late which Viva Kerala will hope to exploit.
Much will depend on the partnership between Sunil Chetri and Ranty Martins Soleye upfront. They are gelling well with each game and will be a bother for Viva Kerala. And in midfield they will have to do without an injured Roberto Mendes Silva. This means more workload for Climax Lawrence in the middle, still A.M. Sreedharan has a lot to worry about.
Having lost to Churchill Brothers in the previous game that cost them second place, Dempo coach Armando Colaco will be hoping for a quick return to the right track.
With four points from six matches, Viva Kerala are facing yet another relegation battle. Even though they played good football in the last four games, luck has not been on their side.
The visitors will be without Ghana defender Charles Dzisah – suspended for the match -- and right back Noushad, nursing an injury. Amarwant Singh or Sumit Thapa will partner Bello Razaq in the heart of defence.
There are concerns about the fitness of Sirajuddeen and if he misses out, Bimal Birua will take his spot in midfield. Viva Kerala's midfield will depend a lot on captain M.P. Sakeer, who has been performing consistently, to keep the supply line open. Thailand striker Wisut Bunpeng, who scored his first goal in the last game against Mahindra United, will support Reuben Senyo upfront.
Any result which yields a point will make Sreedharan and his boys' return journey home pleasant.
#Dempo take on Viva Kerala in Margao on Thursday, hoping to banish all memories of the defeat against Churchill Brothers in the previous round. Kerala, on the other hand, have impressed a lot lately, with some good performances in the last 2-3 rounds. The last meetings between the two sides were in the I-League two seasons ago, with the Goans scoring a total of eight goals in the two fixtures combined, letting in only one.
Must-Win Game...
Dempo had been labeled league favourites by many after they were topping the table following the first 4-5 rounds, but suddenly they lie in third place, with Chirag United and Churchill above them. The game against Churchill Brothers was arguably the game of the season so far, with quality players all over the pitch. However, some shoddy defending let Armando Colaco's side down at crucial moments, leading to a defeat which looked unlike going into the last 15 minutes.
However, one has to view that defeat with a steady mind. It's only the first game Dempo have lost, and it was Churchill they were up against, not a lesser side. The true test lies in how Dempo will react to that defeat and move forward. If they can do that, they will be up there within the mix at the end of the season, which by all means they should be, considering the squad they have.
Viva Kerala are no Churchill, but they're not the Viva Kerala of the first four rounds either. The introduction of Wisut Bunpeng has helped their cause immensely, while encouraging perforamances against Sporting, East Bengal, and Mahindra have boosted their confidence and self-belief. They will pose an interesting first game for Dempo after their first defeat in the league, that's for sure, and the Goans will need to take the three points to stay in touch with the league leaders.
Getting Into Gear...
Viva were down and out after the first four rounds of the league. Four defeats, zero goals scored, and the "crown" of being relegation favourites on their heads, they were staring down the barrel. However, a win against Sporting has really done wonders for them. It made them believe that they could indeed win games against quality sides in the league, and also, it made them believe that they could score goals.
The performances against East Bengal and Mahindra have been very impressive as well, and to be honest, Sreedharan's side should have won both those games. Wisut Bunpeng has been a fantastic addition to the squad, bubbling with creativity all the time, something Viva lacked early on. The clash against Dempo might be a David vs Goliath match-up on paper,
but in truth, it will be far from it. They are on a good run at the moment, and will be looking to end this phase of the league in style.
Form Guide
Dempo
Nov 8: Churchill Brothers 3-2 Dempo
Nov 1: Pune FC 1-1 Dempo
Oct 28: JCT 1-2 Dempo
Viva Kerala
Nov 6: Mahindra United 1-1 Viva Kerala
Nov 2: Viva Kerala 0-1 East Bengal
Oct 29: Viva Kerala 4-2 Sporting Clube de Goa
Team News
Dempo
Good news on this front for Armando Colaco, as he has a fully fit squad to choose from, apart from the long-term absentees like Mahesh Gawli, John Dias, and Sameer Naik, who are still out.
Viva Kerala
A few problems for the away side with regards to injuries and suspensions, as Naushad, Siraj, P Rahul, and Surjit all carrying injuries. Out of the four, Surjit is likely to recover in time for the game. Also, Charles Dzisah is suspended, and will play no part in the game.
Players To Watch
Dempo - Ranti Martins
If the Churchill game was a sign of things to come, Ranti Martins is well and truly back. He hasn't quite hit the heights of previous seasons in recent months, but the two goals against the champions will give him enough confidence to get back into the groove. The second of those goals is already a major contender for goal of the season.
Viva Kerala - MP Sakeer
Sakeer has been in fine form recently, and was brilliant against Mahindra United as well. The midfielder has also been likened to Cesc Fabregas by some of the Viva fans, and will be crucial to his side's attacking forays against Dempo.
Key Areas..
The key area in this game will be the Dempo defence. They were quite poor at times against Churchill, and showed what they're missing in Mahesh Gawli and Sameer Naik. If Dempo can keep out concentration lapses, then the game should be theirs, but don't be surprised if Viva Kerala spring a surprise and get some sort of a result at the Fatorda Stadium.
Atishay Agarwal
*courtesy of "indianfootball.com"
#courtesy of "goal.com"
