I-League 2018-19: Best Indian XI so far

Midfielders

Arjun Jayaraj (Gokulam Kerala)

Arjun Jayaraj

He has been a threat for most of the teams who faced Gokulam Kerala this season. With his raw pace and brilliant skills, he can create chances quickly and even score goals himself. He did that last year against Shillong Lajong with a brilliant goal down from his own half. This year against Mohun Bagan and Chennai City FC, he played with domination and determination. He can be useful as a left winger.

Lalrindika Ralte (East Bengal)

The East Bengal captain is like the midfielder you want to have in your team. Apart from his excellent skills and speed, he can keep the ball for long and provide deadly passes. He is useful as a set-piece taker too and can score goals with his sublime long-range shots. He is associated with the red and golds for long, so he knows the league very well.

Sourav Das (Mohun Bagan)

Many people may not know his name and Sourav Das loves it too. He is a silent killer. You will find it hard to spot this young man in the field. Sourav is box-to-box midfielder. So, he can useful when the team attack. He can also come down to defend when the team is in trouble. He’s speed and passing accuracy is also impressive and that’s why Mohun Bagan coach Shankarlal Chakroborty includes him in his team every time.

Rajesh Soosainayagam (Gokulam Kerala)

Rajesh is also a revelation of this year’s I-League. He first caught the eye in the game against Mohun Bagan. The green and maroons were leading by a goal in the half time. But the introduction of Rajesh changed of the complexion of the match in the second half. Mohun Bagan defenders looked shaky in front of his threatening runs down the line. After that match, Rajesh is founding his place regularly in the team and he’s making his contribution too. He’s a natural right winger for the team.