Punjab FC will host Kerala Blasters at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on January 5, 2025, as both teams aim to rejuvenate their Indian Super League (ISL) campaigns. Both teams aim to battle it out for crucial 3 points.
The Shers are currently eighth in the standings with 18 points from 12 matches. Whereas, the Tuskers are positioned tenth in the table with 14 points from 14 matches. Both sides are under pressure and determined to end their respective slumps.

The ISL 2024-25, Punjab FC vs Kerala Blasters, will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi on Sunday (January 5). The match will kick-off at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Punjab FC vs Kerala Blasters will be telecast live on Sports 18 Network. Fans can also watch the Live stream of Punjab FC vs Kerala Blasters on the JioCinema app and website.
Punjab FC are in the midst of a rough patch, having lost their last three games. Their most recent setback was a 1-3 defeat to Mohun Bagan Super Giant, where they squandered an early lead. Defensive frailties have been a recurring theme for Panagiotis Dilmperis' side.
They are determined to end this slump and keep their playoff hopes alive. Meanwhile, Kerala Blasters are also grappling with poor form. The Tuskers have managed just one win in their last five outings - a 2-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting.
Their most recent match saw them fall to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Jamshedpur FC, compounding their woes. With a playoff berth slipping further out of reach, the Blasters will need a spirited performance to turn their season around.
In their three previous ISL encounters, Punjab FC have had the upper hand, winning twice, while Kerala Blasters have secured a solitary victory. This history adds an extra layer of intrigue to what is already a high-stakes clash, with both teams desperate for maximum points.
For Punjab FC, a win would solidify their position in the race for a historic first ISL playoff appearance. With a shaky defense, Dilmperis' men must find ways to maintain their leads and tighten up at the back. Meanwhile, Kerala Blasters must rediscover their attacking flair and build consistency to keep their fading playoff dreams alive.