This 02.05.2026, the spotlight is on the India Super League as Minerva Punjab faces SC Delhi. With Minerva Punjab having a marginal edge, the game promises to be a clash of titans. Dive into our comprehensive review, which includes insights on team dynamics, historical performances, and predicted outcomes. Enhance your betting decisions by checking our expert prediction.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | East Bengal II | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 22/8 | 15 |
| 7 | Minerva Punjab | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 14/8 | 14 |
| 8 | Inter Kashi | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 8/12 | 11 |
| 9 | Kerala Blasters | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 10/15 | 11 |
| 10 | SC Delhi | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 11/13 | 9 |
| 11 | Chennaiyin | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7/14 | 9 |
Key Player Statistics: SC Delhi vs Minerva Punjab
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x 1 x 3SC Delhi vs Minerva Punjab Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Jamshedpur | SC Delhi | 07.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| AIFF Super Cup | Rajasthan United | SC Delhi | 06.11.2025 | 2-2 |
| AIFF Super Cup | Kerala Blasters | SC Delhi | 03.11.2025 | 3-0 |
| AIFF Super Cup | SC Delhi | Mumbai City | 27.10.2025 | 1-4 |
| Indian Super League | SC Delhi | Mohammedan | 26.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Indian Super League | Chennaiyin | SC Delhi | 17.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Indian Super League | NorthEast United | SC Delhi | 10.04.2026 | 0-3 |
| Indian Super League | SC Delhi | Kerala Blasters | 05.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Indian Super League | SC Delhi | Jamshedpur | 19.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| Indian Super League | Mumbai City | SC Delhi | 08.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIFF Super Cup | East Bengal II | Minerva Punjab | 04.12.2025 | 3-1 |
| AIFF Super Cup | Bengaluru | Minerva Punjab | 05.11.2025 | 0-0 |
| AIFF Super Cup | Mohammedan | Minerva Punjab | 02.11.2025 | 0-3 |
| AIFF Super Cup | Minerva Punjab | Gokulam | 27.10.2025 | 3-0 |
| Indian Super League | Minerva Punjab | Inter Kashi | 20.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| Indian Super League | ATK Mohun Bagan | Minerva Punjab | 12.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| Indian Super League | Minerva Punjab | Mohammedan | 03.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Indian Super League | Kerala Blasters | Minerva Punjab | 21.03.2026 | 1-3 |
| Indian Super League | Minerva Punjab | Goa | 16.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| Indian Super League | Minerva Punjab | NorthEast United | 09.03.2026 | 1-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: SC Delhi VS Minerva Punjab
Last 20 Matches Statistics: SC Delhi vs Minerva Punjab
Bookies' predictions
SC Delhi
Betting Intelligence: SC Delhi vs Minerva Punjab
SC Delhi are running out of time. Sitting 10th in the India Super League with just nine points from nine games, this fixture against Minerva Punjab isn't just important — it's becoming urgent.
Minerva Punjab arrive in the capital full of confidence. They've climbed to 7th place with 14 points from eight games, and their goal difference tells a compelling story — 14 scored, only 8 conceded. That's the profile of a team that knows exactly how to win football matches.
Here's what you need to watch for, because the mainstream narrative might underestimate just how big the gap between these sides currently is. SC Delhi have shipped 13 goals in nine league games, while conceding in all but a handful of outings. Their recent form reads as a brutal stretch — losses to Bengaluru, Goa, Chennaiyin, and a heavy defeat away at East Bengal. Even their draws have felt like narrow escapes.
Minerva's danger man is absolutely impossible to ignore. E. Nsungusi has scored seven goals in just seven league appearances. Seven goals. Seven games. That is an elite striker doing elite things in this division, and SC Delhi's leaky backline will be dreading the sight of him warming up. Don't be fooled by the comfortable odds — this mismatch in firepower is genuinely alarming for the home side.
The surprising insight here? Minerva have actually been quietly brilliant on the road this season, beating Kerala Blasters away and picking up wins against Bengaluru. SC Delhi, meanwhile, have struggled badly at home, losing to Mumbai City 4-1 and drawing with Mohammedan just days ago. Playing on home turf is offering them no comfort whatsoever.
The betting value is clear. Minerva Punjab at 1.75 looks well-priced given the form gap. I'd also strongly consider backing Nsungusi to score anytime — a man in that form against a fragile defence is a gift. The goals market is equally interesting. Both teams have shown a tendency to concede, so over 2.5 goals feels like a natural lean.
My prediction: Minerva Punjab win this 2-0, with Nsungusi grabbing at least one goal and SC Delhi's defensive frailties once again proving their undoing.
This is a match where the table standings tell you everything you need to know — and then some. Buckle up.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Pandre | India | 31 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Singh | India | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| P. Rebello | India | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Fernandes | India | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Devrani | India | 33 | Defender | 180 cm | n/a |
| J. Singh | India | 24 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| K. Chemjong | Nepal | 36 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| D. Meitei | India | 32 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Bakenga | Norway | 33 | Attacker | 181 cm | 77 kg |
| L. Majcen | Slovenia | 36 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Sudheesh | India | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Meetei | India | 24 | Attacker | 163 cm | n/a |
| L. Augustine | India | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| S. Kynshi | India | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Suhail | India | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| E. Vidal | Argentina | 30 | Attacker | 168 cm | 68 kg |
| A. Suljić | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 34 | Attacker | 171 cm | 70 kg |
| Shami Singamayum | India | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| F. Mrzljak | Croatia | 33 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 74 kg |
| A. Pradhan | India | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
SC Delhi vs Minerva Punjab match odds
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