ISL 2018-19: ATK vs NorthEast United FC 5 Talking Points

#1 NorthEast United sit top of the table but have lots of work to do to secure the position

A lot of people will state that given the way NorthEast United FC has played in the two games so far they deserve to be where they are (Image courtesy: ISL)

NorthEast United and top of the table is like an anomaly; something doesn't feel right when both these are associated together and yet as of today, and for most parts of tomorrow Northeast United sit top of the ISL table.

A lot of people will state that given the way NorthEast United FC has played in the two games so far they deserve to be where they are, and there is no denying that have had a start better than what people expected from them.

What needs to be taken into account though is the loopholes that have been highlighted by Goa and ATK during these two games.

First and foremost, NorthEast United FC needs to sort out their goalkeeping issues, Rehenesh might have managed to keep a clean sheet today, but he was far from stable tonight.

There were at least two occasions when he fumbled the ball during corners and a couple of instants when his outings were questionable. His distribution to has been below par this season.

The Highlanders have struggled with their left backs this season Keegan was poor during Goa, and Robert was far from impressive today, add to that both the left backs have picked up injuries which is a matter of concern for Eelco Schattorie.

Rowllin Borges may be a hero tonight, but a more in-depth inspection of his game will reveal that the Goa-born midfielder has been way below par in his midfield duties till now. His combination with Leudo is also something that has been left wanting.

Lastly, it has become evident that Gallego orchestrates all of the creative play that NorthEast United FC try playing and there is no backup for the Uruguayan midfielder.