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Malabar Derby: Calicut FC Aims for Derby Dominance
2 Oct
Summary
- Calicut FC aims to extend their unbeaten derby record against Malappuram FC.
- Malappuram FC seeks their first victory against Calicut FC in the league.
- The match is the first Malabar Derby of the White Gold Super League Season 3.
The EMS Corporation Stadium in Kozhikode will host the first Malabar Derby of the White Gold Super League Kerala Season 3 this Friday. Calicut FC, having secured a 2-0 victory against Thiruvananthapuram Kombans, currently leads the league standings and aims to continue their winning momentum.
Calicut FC's head coach, Ever Adriano Demalde, credits the team's success to a strong mix of young talent and experienced players. Forward K. Prasanth, who scored in the previous match, expressed confidence in the squad's readiness to build upon their strong start against their regional rivals.
In contrast, Malappuram FC enters the derby with a point to prove after a narrow 1-0 defeat in their opening game. Despite the setback, coach Karim Bencherifa remains optimistic about his team's potential to secure their first points of the season.
Historically, Calicut FC holds a significant advantage, remaining unbeaten against Malappuram FC across four previous encounters with three wins and one draw. This record fuels Calicut's objective to maintain their dominance, while Malappuram seeks a historic first-ever derby victory.
