Chennaiyin vs Punjab Prediction 11.01.2024

• Competition: Kalinga Super Cup
• Date: 11.01.2024
• Kickoff: 14:00 UTC / 15:00 CET
• Venue: Kalinga Stadium (Bhubaneswar)

The Super Cup in India, which interrupts the ISL for a brief period, is always held around the New Year. This competition follows a League Cup format, beginning with a group stage. It’s important to note that only the team ranking first in the group will have the privilege to partake in the elimination phase.

Chennaiyin currently stands at the 7th place in the Indian League with 12 points. Unfortunately, their last two defeats cost them a spot in the top six positions that lead to the Playoff. This season has evidently not been favorable for the club, as their ambitions were set a lot higher. However, the competition is not over yet. The Kalinga Super Cup may provide an opportunity for them to improve their performance.

Punjab is second to last in the ISL, having earned just 8 points from 12 matches. From the onset of the competition, it was evident that this season would be challenging for the club and they are certainly a strong contender for relegation.

Chennai vs Punjab pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS

This season in the ISL, the home team scored 37 goals across 12 matches, averaging about 3 goals per game. However, Punjab, a club known for their defensive style of play, especially in away games, has a considerably lower average. In their previous away game against East Bengal, they managed to maintain a 0-0 score. In three of the last four direct clashes between these teams, less than 2.5 goals were scored. Given these facts, it is expected that the upcoming game could follow a similar pattern with cautious play from the guests and a reluctance to concede a quick goal. Our forecast suggests less than 2.5 goals will be scored.