ISL started with aplomb and didn’t fall short of high expectations.

Teams like Atletico De Kolkata are proving to be very tough nuts to crack and there are and were no simple games in this league.

The next match is between Delhi Dynamos and NorthEast United FC which will be no more different than the rest of the games.

With players like Del Piero and Capdevila in their teams, one can expect a high-quality game too.

Despite not losing in their first 3 games, the Dynamos are struggling to find their feet, as I was struggling to find some of the best online bookmakers.

Their recent drubbing of Chennaiyin FC (4-1) which is a top team will be a huge morale boost for them.

Their Dutch coach Veldhoven was happy with the quality they displayed on the pitch notably their attacking flair.

But they scored only a single goal in the first two games which seemingly points out their attacking instabilities.

With Del Piero on their side, a moment of brilliance or even a power surge can win them games.

The one thing they can rely on is their defensive strength.

Many pundits like Indian ex-football star Bhaichung Bhutia hailed their defensive capabilities as they allowed only 2 goals in their 3 matches.

Overall they have a side that can win them the league but if they can get a perfect attacking formula.

North East United FC on the other hand won 2 of their first 4 games and registered their first away win against Mumbai City FC (2-0).

Their coach Rickie Herbert, a former New Zealand head coach said he was happy with that previous performance but they still have to improve so as to get the right results for them.

Despite conceding 3 goals in 4 games, their goalie Alexandros Tzorvas has been a revelation to them.

He made 12 stops in those 4 games which also consists of a couple of world-class saves.

Their forward Sergio Contreras Pardo has been consistent with 2 goals and an assist.

Boro Durga looked like a constant threat with some amazing long-range shots and his skills.

Their marquee player Capdevila might have lost his physical abilities but he can read the game well and help the team with some good through balls and crosses.

Delhi, as the home team, will have a slight edge due to crowd support and will take the game to the visitors who would certainly look to hit them with some incisive counters.

Key Battles

Bruno Arias vs. Kondwani Mtonga:

With Del Piero yet to fire, the Spaniard Arias should initiate most of the attacks and he will be facing the Zambian defensive midfielder who himself kept the defense and midfield tight with some good interceptions.

Wim Raymaekers vs. Durga Borro

Wim proved to be one of the best defenders and is marshaling the defense excellently.

He is going to face a young emerging Indian forward Durga, who has shown his tenacity and the capability to shoot from distance.

Players to look for

Delhi Dynamos: Gustavo Dos Santos with a bag of skills, his mazy runs, and his Brazilian flair will be itching to start the game and will mostly start.

North East United FC: Do Dong Hyun, the Korean midfield assassin with his pace, trickery, and his dribbling ability will be a constant threat to the defense.

Delhi, who are in 4th position will replace their opponents if they win and might want to bag this victory as the coming 3 fixtures are away.

NEU FC who registered their first away win would like to extend their run and by doing so they will climb to the 2nd position of the table.