ISL semifinals: Top 5 Midfielders

Modified Jun 28, 2019 13:49 IST

Xisco Hernandez has been able to draw everyoneâ€™s attention to himself with his hard work in the midfield (Image Courtesy: ISL) — Xisco Hernandez has been able to draw everyone’s attention to himself with his hard work in the midfield (Image Courtesy: ISL)

#2 Federico Gallego (NorthEast United FC)

Federico Gallego has scored goals and also provided assists for the Highlanders (Image Courtesy: ISL)

NorthEast United FC was a team which always showed potential but never managed to make it to the knock-out stages of the tournament.

Dutch tactician Eelco Schattorie took charge of the team to bring a change. Federico Gallego was roped in by the management from Boston River to strengthen the forward line.

The Uruguayan along with Bartholomew Ogbeche formed one of the most lethal attacking pairs in the ongoing Indian Super League.

While the later was in the spotlight for scoring goals, Gallego played the supporting. Apart from scoring four goals, the South American provided five assists for the side.

His stats are staggering, having played in each of the 18 matches for the Highlanders. Gallego has been the lifeline in Eelco’s squad and is likely to play a vital role in the playoffs.

NorthEast United FC is scheduled to play against Bengaluru FC this Thursday at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, in Guwahati.

Edited by Alan John