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ISL 2023-24 league stages are reaching its fag end with all clubs left to play with two matches each. At the moment, the top-tier Indian football tournament is seeing a battle for the ISL shield and the last playoff spot.

While the four teams at the top are fighting tooth and nail for the ISL shield, the rigour is no different for the sole remaining playoff spot or the sixth place. East Bengal, NorthEast United and Chennaiyin FC are having a go at it.

However, the focus of this piece is on the ISL shield and three key matches that should decide the fate of the AFC Champions League spot.

Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC

April 15, 2024 - 7:30 PM - Salt Lake Stadium

This could turn out to be the most important game of the season. Mumbai City FC are currently sitting at the top of the table with 44 points from 20 games. Whereas, Mohun Bagan are just two points behind them in 2nd place having played 18 games.

With both clubs left to play a match each before the showdown at the Mecca of football, Mumbai City FC would look to ensure they take this two-point cushion to the match as they face a tough challenge in another contender. Mohun Bagan, on the other hand, have a relatively weaker opponent in their penultimate league match.
Mumbai City FC vs Odisha FC

Mumbai City FC vs Odisha FC

April 8, 2024 - 7:30 PM - Mumbai Football Arena

Before Mumbai City FC travel to Kolkata for their match against Mohun Bagan, they will play Odisha FC at home today. Considering both are first and third-placed teams respectively and separated by five points, Odisha FC will aim for nothing less than three points in order to win their first-ever shield.

ISL Points Table, Top Scorer, Fixture, Result

Odisha FC galloped Punjab FC 3-1 at home to mark return to form as they had won two, drawn two, and lost one prior to the win. If they somehow manage to win this match, Mumbai will have to work harder in Kolkata for a shield win. Playing for a draw at least will give them advantage going into the last matchweek.
Bengaluru FC vs Mohun Bagan

Mohun Bagan vs Bengaluru FC

April 11, 2024 - 7:30 PM - Sree Kanteerava Stadium

Mohun Bagan's match against Bengaluru FC is important in the same way as Mumbai's match against Odisha. MBSG have dug a hole for themselves since losing to Chennaiyin FC last week and have given advantage to the Islanders. A defeat or a draw against the Blues could be the end of their Champions League ambition.