#2 SET PIECE THREAT
Chennaiyin FC are the most dangerous side in set-piece situations. The Blues notched up 31 goals throughout the last season, with 11 of them coming from corners and free-kicks last season. With 8 set piece-goals from the league stage alone, John Gregory's men were able to pluck 12 points from the opposition.
New skipper Mailson scored twice against Bengaluru FC in the final, taking his tally to 4 for the last season. Not only the Brazilian is capable of causing disruption from set-pieces, but Dhanpal Ganesh, Eli Sabia, and Raphael Augusto are the other tallest men in the squad to give a headache to the opponents in the upcoming season with their aerial ability. In addition to this triumvirate, striker Jeje Lalpekhlua is another player who has the capability to find the back of the net with headers.
Opponents must take note of Chennaiyin's strength and try to nullify them. Else, the Blues have the ability to cause havoc from set-pieces and change the course of the game within a flash.