Kerala Blasters FC will host Odisha FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST. This Indian Super League (ISL) encounter is pivotal for both teams as they vie for playoff positions.
Odisha FC currently occupy seventh place in the league standings with 21 points from 15 matches, having secured five wins and six draws. Kerala Blasters FC trail closely in ninth position, amassing 17 points from as many games.

The ISL 2024-25, Kerala Blasters vs Odisha FC, will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi on Monday (January 13). The match will kick-off at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Kerala Blasters vs Odisha FC will be telecast live on Sports 18 Network. Fans can also watch the Live stream of Kerala Blasters vs Odisha FC on the JioCinema app and website.
Both teams are eager to improve their standings, with Odisha FC aiming to end a three-match winless streak and Kerala Blasters seeking to maintain their unbeaten home record against the Kalinga Warriors. Odisha FC have been prolific in attack, ranking third in the league with 29 goals scored.
Striker Diego Mauricio has been instrumental, netting seven goals this season. In contrast, Kerala Blasters FC have scored 23 goals, placing them sixth in this regard. Defensively, both teams have struggled, each recording only three clean sheets, highlighting areas of concern for their respective backlines.
A notable aspect of this fixture is Kerala Blasters FC's tendency to drop points from winning positions against Odisha FC, having conceded 15 points in such scenarios-their highest tally against any single team. This statistic underscores the need for Kerala to maintain focus and composure throughout the match.
Noah Sadaoui has been a standout performer for Kerala Blasters FC, contributing 10 goals (6 goals, 4 assists) and securing eight points for his side. The team remains unbeaten in games where Sadaoui has scored this season (W4 D2), including their reverse fixture against Odisha FC. His performance will be crucial in breaking down Odisha's defense.
Odisha FC's head coach, Sergio Lobera, has a strong record against Kerala Blasters FC, with nine wins in 12 matches (D2 L1). Another victory would make him the first manager in ISL history to secure 10 wins against a single opponent. His tactical acumen and experience will be vital in navigating this encounter.
Kerala Blasters FC's interim head coach, T.G. Purushothaman, emphasized the importance of cohesive team performance, stating, "We have to function as a team. We have to be much more focused now and ensure that we avoid all obstacles moving forward."
Similarly, Odisha FC's head coach, Sergio Lobera, highlighted the significance of collective effort, noting, "We cannot focus on one or two players. It's teamwork at the end of the day. We need to work hard, press high to keep possession and not allow them to have the ball in our half."