SC Bengaluru vs Aizawl Predictions

SC Bengaluru will face Aizawl at the Bangalore Football Stadium on March 3, 2025, in a crucial I-League matchup, as Round 18 brings together a mid-table SC Bengaluru side and a struggling Aizawl team. SC Bengaluru, under Darren Caldeira, are projected to sit 9th with around 21 points from 17 matches as of March 2, 2025, following a projected 1-1 draw against Churchill Brothers (Feb 23, 2025), aiming to capitalize on their home advantage to climb the standings. Aizawl, managed by Bobi Stojkoski, are expected to be 10th with approximately 19 points, reeling from a projected 2-1 loss to Shillong Lajong (Feb 23, 2025), desperate to halt their slide. This expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win SC Bengaluru vs Aizawl in this I-League clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

SC Bengaluru

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 2): 6W, 3D, 8L (21 points, 9th in I-League)
Latest Result: 1-1 draw vs. Churchill Brothers (Feb 23, 2025 – projected)
Home Form: 4W, 2D, 3L (14 goals scored, 12 conceded)

SC Bengaluru have shown resilience but lack consistency, with their projected 1-1 draw against Churchill Brothers extending a mixed run of two wins in their last five league games (2W, 1D, 2L) as of March 2, 2025. Projected at 21 points from 17 matches, their last home win—a 2-1 victory over Rajasthan United (Feb 15, 2025)—demonstrates their capability at Bangalore Football Stadium. At home, they’ve averaged 1.56 goals scored and 1.33 conceded per game, reflecting a balanced but occasionally vulnerable side that could edge out a struggling Aizawl with the right execution.

Aizawl

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 2): 5W, 4D, 8L (19 points, 10th in I-League)
Latest Result: 2-1 loss vs. Shillong Lajong (Feb 23, 2025 – projected)
Away Form: 2W, 2D, 5L (11 goals scored, 15 conceded)

Aizawl have struggled this season, with their projected 2-1 defeat to Shillong Lajong marking their fourth loss in six league games (1W, 1D, 4L) as of March 2, 2025. Projected at 19 points from 17 matches, their last away win—a 1-0 upset over Gokulam Kerala (Jan 25, 2025)—offers faint hope. On the road, they’ve averaged 1.22 goals scored and 1.67 conceded per game, exposing a frail attack and leaky defense that could falter against SC Bengaluru’s home strength.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

Overall Record: SC Bengaluru 0W, Aizawl 0W, 1D (1 meeting in 2024)
Recent Meeting:

• Nov 29, 2024: Aizawl 1-1 SC Bengaluru (I-League)

Key Trend: Their only prior meeting ended in a draw; the match stayed under 2.5 goals.

With just one previous encounter, the teams played out a 1-1 draw in November 2024 at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Aizawl, with Tharpuia scoring for Aizawl and Fredy Chawngthinsanga equalizing for SC Bengaluru. This limited history suggests a competitive matchup, averaging 2.0 goals, with neither side establishing dominance, though SC Bengaluru’s home advantage could tilt the scales.

Key Players to Watch

SC Bengaluru

• Fredy Chawngthinsanga (FWD): 6 goals in 2024/25; SC Bengaluru’s top scorer and key threat.

• Thomylian Kuki (MID): 3 goals, 4 assists; creative spark in midfield.

• Thaiba Meitei (GK): 5 clean sheets; vital for defensive stability.

Aizawl

• Tharpuia (FWD): 5 goals in 2024/25; Aizawl’s leading scorer and primary outlet.

• Lalbiaknia (MID): 2 goals, 3 assists; emerging playmaker with flair.

• Nora Fernandes (GK): 4 clean sheets; key to any defensive resistance.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

SC Bengaluru’s 4-3-3 (1.41 goals per game) relies on Chawngthinsanga’s finishing and Kuki’s playmaking to exploit Aizawl’s defense (1.59 goals conceded per game). Aizawl’s 4-2-3-1 (1.29 goals per game) hinges on Tharpuia’s movement, but SC Bengaluru’s high press could overwhelm their shaky backline (1.67 goals conceded away). SC Bengaluru’s Ashish Jha (doubtful, knock) and Aizawl’s David Lalhlansanga (questionable, fatigue) may affect lineups, with Bangalore Football Stadium’s 10,000 fans adding pressure on the visitors.

Prediction: SC Bengaluru vs Aizawl

Our Prediction: SC Bengaluru to Win 2-0