Forward – Iain Hume
Former Leicester City player, Iain Hume was on fire for ATK last season with 11 goals including two hat-tricks. He did pretty well for himself in the inaugural season of the ISL in 2014 reaching the finals with Kerala Blasters and was named Hero of the League with five goals and three assists. Hume has become one of the most recognisable names of the ISL because of his goal scoring prowess and ATK fans will be delighted he’s still on their side.
Forward – Helder Postiga
Atletico de Kolkata’s most decorated player, Helder Postiga is the outfit’s marquee player for the second season running and supporters will be hoping he can actually stick around this time. Last season was disappointing for Kolkata as Postiga was ruled out from playing after an injury he sustained in his very first game. The Portuguese striker’s second return to Kolkata is imminent and the country can’t wait to see him in action.
His successes with Portugal and FC Porto make him a valuable player for ATK and the most capable spearhead for all their attacks.
Formation – 4-2-3-1
Atletico de Kolkata like to play intensive pressing football making the 4-2-3-1 formation ideal for the side. With forwards like Hume and Postiga to spearhead the attack, it would be a shame to let their combined attacking prowess go to waste. With a balanced central midfield of Borja and Dika and a strong back four, ATK should stick to the formula that has worked for them in the past, but with improvements of course.