Goa: ATK Mohun Bagan (ATKMB) to face Bengaluru FC Two in Indian Super League (ISL) season 7 are set to clash on Monday at Fatorda Stadium here.ATKMB coach Antonio Habas, aware of the challenge that awaits for his team, has his sights set on nothing less than three points.
In a statement, Habas said, "I think it is impossible to win every match. The teams are more balanced and it is very difficult for all teams to keep on winning three points. The idea in football is to get three points. I cannot play thinking about the possibility of drawing or losing." He further added, "The idea is marking in the zone and closing down the spaces. You need space for crosses and to create moves. The idea is that the opponent does not find any space to attack."
ATKMB's strength is its strong attacking line-up and even better defensive stats. However, Bengaluru's figures are not bad either. They are defeat less in the tournament. This showdown promises to be even more captivating than usual with both teams flying high and currently in top four positions. ATKMB's defenders have the most number of tackles in the league (233) and have also made the second-most clearances in the league (182). Bengaluru FC coach Carles Cuadrat faces a huge task to maintain his unbeaten start against ATK Mohun Bagan.
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