The top of the table finally saw some change after Dwarka led the standings for the first six gameweeks. Q Squad’s victory over Dwarka in GW 6 has now made it a three horse race (along with Phoenix FC) with Storm FC also having an outside chance. Ultimate, Highflyers and Storm Youth need to change things around soon if they are to move out of the red zone.
8:30 AM – Storm FC v Storm Youth
Gameweek 7 kicks off with Storm FC taking on Storm Youth in the early kickoff. Storm FC can't afford any more slip-ups if they are to keep their slim title hopes alive. Storm Youth have only won one game so far but their performance against Kickers last week showed they are an improving side who should create some noise before the season ends.
It will be interesting to see how these teams fare against each other given that they practice together and follow similar strategies. Storm should come out on top in this game given their experience but the Youth side have a point to prove!
Crystal Ball: Storm FC (1) – (0) Storm Youth
9:45 AM – Q Squad v Sen Q
The second game of the day has league leaders Q Squad taking on Sen Q. Q Squad have not dropped points since the opening week and are an extremely balanced outfit equipped to take on anyone. Their victory against Dwarka in GW 6 showed their intentions of claiming the title and they will come out all guns blazing.
Sen Q started the season strongly and even had a brief stint in the top three but have since lost their way and find themselves in a mid-table position. We expect Q Squad to go marching on but can the veterans throw up a surprise?
Crystal Ball: Q Squad (1) – (0) Sen Q
11:00 AM – FC Kickers v Phoenix FC
The headliner of the day has FC Kickers taking on third placed Phoenix FC. Kickers are a strong team capable of taking on anyone in the league but results are as important as reputations and performances and that’s where they have been a bit unlucky.
Their three games played included a win, loss and draw but they only need wins from here on out if they are to have a shot at a top three finish. Phoenix have an outside shot at the title but they need to keep their heads down and keep working.
Crystal Ball: FC Kickers (3) – (2) Phoenix FC
2:30 PM – Dwarka FC v Delhi Student FC
The afternoon session kicks off with title-chasing Dwarka FC taking on Delhi Student FC. Dwarka dropped points for the first time this season when they lost to Q Squad last week and given how their rivals are performing they can't afford to drop any more points.
DSFC have gotten into form recently and their performances have turned into good results. They are a dangerous team with loads of talent on their side and can defeat anyone on their day. Dwarka need to be on the top of their game and any complacency could cost them the game and eventually the title.
Crystal Ball: Dwarka FC (2) – (1) Delhi Student FC
3:45 PM – Highflyers FC v Panthers FC
The fifth game of the day has Highflyers FC taking on Panthers FC. Highflyers have only won one game so far and will want to change that as they look to get out of the red zone. Panthers have had a roller coaster season so far and haven’t been able to pick up any momentum at all.
Highflyers play a very compact game and are good defensively so Panthers will need to watch out as they play an open game and are prone to being beaten on the counter attack. This looks like an evenly-matched game and while it may be a low scoring game it will be interesting to watch nonetheless.
Crystal Ball: Highflyers FC (1) – (1) Panthers FC
5:00 PM – Ultimate FC v Wishwakings
The final game of the day has Ultimate FC taking on Wishwakings. Ultimate are yet to get off the mark but their performances over the past couple of games have been promising. Wishwakings have recovered after a slow start to the season and are climbing up the table fast but that came to a halt when they lost to Storm FC last week.
They can’t afford any more slip-ups in their chase for a top three spot. Although they go in as favourites, Ultimate might have a say or two before the result is decided.
Crystal Ball: Ultimate FC (1) – (2) Wishwakings
