Jamshedpur FC is ready for the ISL 2024/25 season with new signings, returning players, and a determined squad aiming for a playoff spot.
Not long after they've been underwhelming for two consecutive years, Jamshedpur FC is ready to start afresh. Only 1 playoff game for the Indian Super League (ISL) team in all its history has been its highlight thus far since its inception. As they prepare for the 2024/25 ISL season, Jamshedpur FC hopes to change their fortunes by introducing a new squad together with important returnees.
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Jamshedpur FC made an excellent beginning in their recent Durand Cup match against the Indian Army club by taking an early 2-0 lead which seemed as though victory was certain. Their momentum was lost due to a defensive falling apart and they were eventually eliminated from the group stages. Khalid Jamil and his men have been forced to refocus their efforts on the ISL season following an early exit.
Fresh Faces and Returning Heroes
Albino Gomes: The New Shot-Stopper
Jamshedpur FC have signed experienced Albino Gomes as their shot-stopper after Rehenesh TP left for Mumbai City FC. Albino Gomes is known for his composure and shot stopping ability which will greatly contribute towards tightening their defense that had been leaky during the Durand Cup matches.
Reappearance of Stephen Eze: The Nigerian Wall
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For Red Miners, one of the most thrilling returns is that of Stephen Eze, a tall Nigerian center-back who had formerly spent a season with Jamshedpur FC. Eze has come back to strengthen the defense together with Lazar Cirkovic, a Serbian defender who is bringing along his experience from Europe.
The Flanks
Jamshedpur FC have signed Ashutosh Mehta and Shubham Sarangi to consolidate their right-back position following Provat Lakra’s departure to East Bengal. Mehta’s vast experience in ISL and Sarangi’s exuberance in youth provide Jamshedpur with much-needed depth in defense.
Javier Hernandez: The Midfield Maestro
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Signing Javier Hernandez by Jamshedpur is a strong message since he is a well-versed Spanish midfielder who has made an impact on ISL over the years. Hernandez is expected to initiate play by controlling game pace in the midfield and create scoring chances for attackers.
Jordan Murray & Javier Siverio: The Striking Pair
Jordan Murray makes it back to Jamshedpur FC where he was part of the 2021-22 ISL Shield winning team as forward while Javier Siverio will be accompanying him making this striking pair an intimidating force for any good defense within the league.
Jamshedpur FC’s squad for ISL 2024-25
Goalkeepers: Albino Gomes, Rakshit Dagar, Vishal Yadav, Mohit Singh Dhami, Amrit Gope, Ayush Jena
Defenders: Stephen Eze, Lazar Cirkovic, Nishchal Chandan, Pallujam Rohan Singh, Prateek Chowdhury, W. Muirang, Saphaba Singh, Ricky Lallawmawma, Mohammad Uvais, Nikhil Barla, Ashutosh Mehta, Shubham Sarangi
Midfielders: Pronay Halder, Germanpreet Singh, Kartik Chowdhury, Rei Tachikawa, Mobashir Rahman, Javi Hernandez, Emil Benny, Sourav Das, SK Sahil
Forwards: Ritwik Das, Imran Khan, Sanan Mohammed, Nogdomba Naorem, Sreekuttan V.S., Aniket Jadhav, Sameer Murmu, Javi Siverio, Jordan Murray, Semboi Haokip, Manvir Singh
Looking Ahead: Can Jamshedpur FC Turn Things Around?
After the disappointment of the past two ISL seasons and an underwhelming Durand Cup campaign, Jamshedpur FC is determined to make an impact this time. With a mix of seasoned veterans, new signings, and young talent, the team has the potential to break into the playoffs and restore its standing in Indian football.
