Bashundhara Kings Vs Odisha: Odisha FC, representing the Indian Super League (ISL), is gearing up for a face-off against Bangladesh’s Bashundhara Kings in the AFC Cup 2023-24. The showdown will unfold at the Kings Arena in Dhaka on Monday.
In their debut appearance in the continental competition this season, Odisha FC aims to bounce back after a challenging start. Their opening match against Mohun Bagan Super Giant ended in a heavy defeat, but they remain optimistic about progressing through the group stage.
The clash with Bashundhara Kings offers Odisha FC a chance at redemption and an opportunity to demonstrate their potential in the AFC Cup. Bashundhara Kings, on the other hand, also faced a defeat in their initial group-stage encounter against Maziya, and they’ll be playing on their home turf. The fervent support from their fans is expected to provide a significant boost as they seek their first victory in the AFC Cup.
Following their loss to the Mariners, Odisha FC has shown resilience and currently occupies the third spot in the ISL group standings with four points earned from two matches.
Speaking ahead of the impending clash, Odisha FC’s coach Sergio Lobera expressed his hopes for a positive outcome: “Hopefully, we will enjoy the match, and hopefully, we will win it. We lost the first game in the AFC Cup. The second game is important to get three points to keep our chances alive to progress in this competition.
Here’s all you need to know about the upcoming AFC Cup match between Bashundhara Kings and Odisha FC:
- Date: The AFC Cup match between Bashundhara Kings and Odisha FC will take place on October 2, Monday.
- Venue: The clash will unfold at the Bashundhara Kings Arena in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Kick-off Time: The AFC Cup match will commence at 5:30 PM IST on October 2, Monday.
- Broadcast: Unfortunately, the Bashundhara Kings vs. Odisha FC match will not be televised in India.