ISL 2021-22: FC Goa look to extend their run to victory against Hyderabad FC

Returning to form after a poor start, FC Goa will look to extend their winning run in the Indian Super League when they take on Hyderabad FC at the Athletic Stadium here on Saturday. Gaur broke a three-game losing streak with a 4-3 win against SC East Bengal followed by a 2-1 win over Bengaluru FC in his last outing. Eighth-placed Juan Ferrando-coached team on the points table will look to climb the ladder but it won’t be easy without the services of key player Jorge Ortiz. Ortiz took his first red card in the ISL in FC Goa’s last match and will be unavailable for selection in the upcoming match. This was his first red card in the tournament.

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Ferrando, however, denied that his side would feel Ortiz’s absence. “For me, what is most important is the players who are focusing on 90 minutes. Injuries and in this case, the red card for Jorge is not so important as it is a distraction for the team,” he added. Ortiz is an integral part of the FC Goa attack as he can both eliminate chances and make them as well. The Spaniard has the most goalscoring contributions for FC Goa this season. He has scored once and conceded three assists. The home team will also need to resolve their free-kick woes. Gaur has scored eight sets. -Piece goals conceded, the most set-piece goals scored by any team this season.