Malappuram: The Super League match between Malappuram and Calicut is set for tomorrow (October 19, 2025) at 7:30 PM at Payyanad Stadium. In their last game, Malappuram FC drew with Kannur Warriors. Meanwhile, Calicut lost to Thrissur Magic FC by one goal at home. This makes victory crucial for both teams.
Malappuram previously defeated Thrissur and Calicut FC in their opening matches. Currently, Malappuram has four points from two games, while Calicut has three points from two matches.
Malappuram comes into this match having kept clean sheets in their last two games. Calicut has conceded goals in both of their matches. The performance of goalkeeper Azhar and defenders Aitor, Hakku, Jitin, and Nidhin Madhu is a positive factor for Malappuram. The forwards, including Badr, Facundo, Roy Krishnan, Gani, and Abhijith, have also shown good form. Coach Miguel Coral is unlikely to make many changes to the starting lineup from the last game.
Key players such as Abdul Hakku, Gani Nigam, and John Kennedy, who led Calicut to the championship in their first season, will be in Malappuram’s home ground this time. Payyanad Stadium is expected to witness an exciting contest. Malappuram fans hope to see their team defeat Calicut at any cost. Consequently, the stadium is likely to be filled with supporters, just like in previous matches. In last season’s encounters, Calicut had the upper hand, defeating Malappuram both at home and away. Fans are eager to see if Malappuram can avenge those previous defeats.