Minerva Punjab vs East Bengal Predictions

Minerva Punjab, managed by Panagiotis Dilmperis, sit 6th in the ISL with 33 points from 18 matches as of February 22, 2025. Their last outing was a 3-2 loss to Bengaluru FC on February 15, despite goals from Luka Majcen and Filip Mrzljak, ending a three-game unbeaten run (2W, 1D). At home, they’ve been solid, winning 5 of 9 matches (5W, 2D, 2L), scoring 16 goals and conceding 11. Injuries to Ezequiel Vidal (hamstring) and Vinit Rai (knee) persist, but new signing Nihal Sudeesh from Kerala Blasters adds flair. Majcen (10 goals) and Mrzljak (5 goals) lead the attack. Their recent form includes a 2-1 friendly win over Delhi FC on February 10, and social media sentiment reflects confidence in their home resilience despite the Bengaluru setback.

East Bengal, under Oscar Bruzón, are 10th with 19 points from 18 matches. Their last game was a 2-0 loss to Mumbai City on February 15, extending a dismal run of one win in eight (1W, 2D, 5L). Away form has been poor (2W, 2D, 5L), with 10 goals scored and 15 conceded. Injuries to Provat Lakra (ankle) and Lalchungnunga (groin) linger, but new signing Jeakson Singh from Kerala Blasters bolsters the midfield. Cleiton Silva (7 goals) and Naorem Mahesh Singh (4 goals) are key threats. Their Durand Cup exit (2-1 loss to Mohun Bagan on February 11) refocuses them on the ISL. Social media buzz highlights frustration with their inconsistency but notes Bruzón’s tactical adjustments as a potential spark.

Minerva Punjab lead the recent head-to-head record, winning 3 of the last 5 meetings (East Bengal: 1W, 1D), including a 4-1 thrashing in the reverse fixture on December 17, 2024, at Kolkata, where Majcen scored twice. Minerva Punjab’s home strength (1.89 points per game) meets East Bengal’s away struggles (0.89), but the Red and Golds’ attacking talent could test Punjab’s defense, which has conceded in 67% of home games. This matchup pits Punjab’s consistency against East Bengal’s desperation.

Our Minerva Punjab vs East Bengal Prediction

Our todays prediction for Minerva Punjab vs East Bengal, Indian Super League is:

TIP 1: Double Chance - Punjab FC or Draw