Shillong, February 17: Jamshedpur FC Reserves will take on NorthEast United FC in a high-stakes Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) Zonal Round fixture on February 18 at Wahiajer Stadium in Shillong. With four matches remaining, this clash is set to play a crucial role in shaping the final standings.
Jamshedpur FC head into the game on the back of a dominant 8-1 victory over Mizoram Youth Football Foundation, where Lawmsangzuala stole the show with five goals. The resounding win lifted Jamshedpur FC to third place in the table with nine points from six matches, reigniting their hopes of finishing in the top three. However, they now face their toughest challenge against NorthEast United FC, who handed them a 3-1 defeat earlier in the competition.
NorthEast United FC have been the standout team of the Zonal Round, leading the table with 16 points from six matches. . A win against Jamshedpur FC would all but confirm their place in the National Championship, while Jamshedpur will be desperate to turn the tables and keep their qualification hopes alive.
Jamshedpur FC will need to be clinical in front of goal and disciplined at the back if they are to overcome the league leaders and boost their chances of progressing further in the competition.