Odisha FC will kick off their Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 campaign by hosting newly-promoted Inter Kashi FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. This match marks Odisha’s first home game of the season after their initial fixture against Punjab FC was postponed. Inter Kashi, on the other hand, managed a commendable 1-1 draw against FC Goa in their league debut and aims to continue their positive momentum.
Odisha FC’s head coach, TG Purushottaman, emphasized the team’s focus on performance rather than results as they gear up for the upcoming match. He highlighted the importance of playing to their strengths and capitalizing on opponent weaknesses to overcome challenges. Meanwhile, team captain Carlos Delgado stressed the significance of unity, ambition, and hard work in achieving success this season.
In a previous encounter during the AIFF Super Cup 2024, Odisha FC emerged victorious with a 3-0 win over Inter Kashi. Looking ahead to the upcoming clash, Inter Kashi’s Head Coach, Antonio López Habas, outlined the team’s strategy of continuous growth and competitiveness throughout the season. Forward Alfred Planas echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of executing the coach’s plans effectively to remain competitive in every game.
As Odisha FC aims to ignite their campaign with a strong performance at home, Inter Kashi FC is determined to build on their promising start to the season, setting the stage for an exciting match-up between the two sides.
