Goa vs Odisha prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – February 6, 2025
One of the matches in the Indian Super League will be played on Thursday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao, where local Goa will host Odisha. Here’s a bet suggestion for this match with good chances of success.
Match Preview
Goa is having a good season and after 18 matches, they occupy third place in the standings. The team has 33 points, which is ten points less than league leaders Mohun Bagan. It’s worth noting that since mid-October, the club has been on a strong run – 8 wins and 4 draws, but every streak eventually comes to an end.
In the last round, Goa played away against their neighbor on the table, Jamshedpur, and lost 1-3. The visitors had little chance in this match – the favorite of the match looked better (xG 2.74 – 0.52) and rightfully took the three points. In 9 home matches, Goa has lost twice and won five times.
On the other hand, Odisha is fighting this season for a spot in the top six and a place in the playoffs. After 18 rounds, Odisha has 25 points and occupies seventh place in the standings.
In the last round, the club played at home against North-East United and drew 2-2. Odisha was twice forced to come from behind, but managed to avoid defeat. In 9 away matches, the team has 3 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses.
Probable Lineups
- Goa: Tiwari, Singh, Onayindia, Jingan, Sangwan, Borges, McHugh, Herrera, Chetri, Fernandes, Guarrochena
- Odisha: Singh, Ranawade, Fall, Delgado, Lalrinzuala, Puitea, Kumar, Boumous, Ali, Dori, Cannolu
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- In the first round, Goa won away against Odisha 4-2.
- The "Both Teams to Score" bet has hit in the last five encounters between these teams.
- The "Total Over 2.5" bet has hit in three out of five matches.
Prediction
Bookmakers favor Goa in this matchup, with their victory priced at odds around 1.75. Goa has secured 4 wins in the last 5 home games and should beat Odisha as well. Our bet is "Goa win".
