Punjab FC will aim to recover from their recent slump when they host league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on December 26. After a disappointing 2-4 loss to East Bengal, Punjab will look to regain their form and stay in the race for the playoffs.
A win is crucial for the Shers, who have slipped to seventh in the standings after two consecutive losses, with their defense showing signs of vulnerability. On the other hand, Mohun Bagan enter this match following an unexpected 2-1 defeat to FC Goa, ending an eight-match unbeaten run.

The ISL 2024-25, Punjab FC vs Mohun Bagan, will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi on Thursday (December 26). The match will kick-off at 7:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time). Punjab FC vs Mohun Bagan will be telecast live on Sports 18 Network. Fans can also watch the Live stream of Punjab FC vs Mohun Bagan on the JioCinema app and website.
Preview
Despite an early 2-0 lead in their previous game, Punjab could not hold on, and their coach, Panagiotis Dilmperis, will be hoping for a more focused and resilient performance. Mohun Bagan faced a similar setback in their last game.
Even so, they remain atop the points table with 26 points from 12 games. Coach Jose Molina's side has been impressive this season, having already won eight matches, and they will be eager to get back on track after their first loss in a while.
Notably, the Mariners have never suffered consecutive defeats under Molina, which adds confidence heading into this away fixture. Punjab FC's defense, led by Nikhil Prabhu and Tekcham Singh, has been strong early in games, conceding just one goal in the opening 15 minutes so far this season.
This defensive solidity could prove vital against the attacking prowess of Mohun Bagan. The Mariners, however, are known for their set-piece threat, having scored six goals from corners, the highest in the league, while Punjab has yet to score from one this season.
The previous head-to-head record favors Mohun Bagan, with the Mariners winning both of their past encounters with Punjab. Despite this, Punjab's solid home form and their ability to bounce back make this a potentially exciting and closely contested match.