We examine all details regarding the 2023-24 AFC Cup second preliminary round tie, which will feature 2022-23 ISL winners Mohun Bagan SG vs Nepal’s top-tier side Machhindra FC along with its date, time and live streaming telecast in India
After winning the 2022-23 Indian Super League, Mohun Bagan SG clashed against Hyderabad FC in a playoff match few months ago and by emerging victorious in this tie, Mohun Bagan SG qualified for the second AFC Cup preliminary round. Meanwhile, Machhindra FC qualified for the 2023 AFC Cup preliminary round after finishing second in 2023 Martyr’s Memorial A-Division League, which is the top-tier club competition of Nepal. Earlier, they began their AFC Cup campaign by defeating Bhutan’s Paro FC in the first preliminary round.
Mohun Bagan SG vs Machhindra FC AFC Cup 2023-24 schedule, date, time, live streaming telecast how and where to watch in India
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Mohun Bagan SG enters the AFC Cup preliminary round on the heels of a 1-0 loss to East Bengal, their first loss to their archrivals in four years. They are also now in the middle of the Calcutta Football League Premier Division and the Durand Cup. During the past two AFC Cup seasons, Mohun Bagan SG had successful campaigns and on both attempts, Mohun Bagan won the group stage before faltering in the inter-zone semifinals. By winning the Indian Super Cup, Odisha FC has already qualified for the 2023-24 AFC Cup group stage.
According to official schedule, Mohun Bagan SG will face-off against Machhindra FC in the second AFC Cup preliminary round and the victor will seal their berth in the South Asian Play-off, whose winner will qualify for 2023-24 AFC Cup Group Stage. Notably, this match will mark the first-ever clash between these two teams and hence, experts are unsure about who will emerge victorious. Since this game will be played in Kolkata’s Vivekananda Bharati Yuba Krirangan, Mohun Bagan SG will play in-front of their home-crowd.
Machhindra FC achieved some significant results in the final stretch of 2023 Marty’s Memorial A-Division League. With just one loss in their last 10 league contests, they were able to finish second overall. Since Machhindra FC scored league-high 41 goals and possess numerous talented forwards, Mohun Bagan will have to focus on their defense.
When & Where to watch: live stream & telecast
It is confirmed that the AFC Cup second round preliminary round tie featuring Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Machhindra FC will be played on 16th August and kick-off is scheduled at 7:00 PM IST. Notably, this clash will be streamed live through InSports TV. However, there won’t be a live broadcast of the game on any Indian TV channel.