Chennaiyin eye upsurge as FC Goa look to consolidate top spot

Chennaiyin FC's mini-revival of sorts will be put to test when they face table-toppers FC Goa in their Indian Super League match at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium here on Thursday.

The Marina Machans have been in good form of late and are unbeaten in the last four games -- two draws and two wins.

The recent revival of form, spearheaded by new coach Owen Coyle, has seen them overcome a disastrous start to the season where they managed to get only a point from the first four matches.

The team is currently placed eighth on the table but a win over FC Goa can propel them to the sixth spot. However, it will not be an easy task.

"We face a fantastic team. FC Goa are at the top of the table on merit. For me, they are the best team in the country, the table doesn't lie. They have more points than anyone because they have quality. We respect them but do not fear them," said Coyle.

FC Goa are also in good form and are on top of the table with 18 points from nine matches. They are also on a ...