ISL 2021-22, Hyderabad FC reach final: Key numbers
Hyderabad FC have reached the Indian Super League (ISL) 2021-22 final, despite losing to ATK Mohun Bagan 1-0 in the semi-final second leg tie. Hyderabad had earlier finished second in the league and went on to beat ATKMB 3-1 in the first leg. With a 3-2 aggregate win. Hyderabad have reached their maiden ISL final. They will take on Kerala Blasters next.
Hyderabad finished second in the league standings
Hyderabad made it to the semis after finishing second in the league standings. They secured 11 wins, five draws, and four losses to finish with 38 points. They had a goal difference of +20. They forwarded 43 goals, besides allowing 23. In the league stage, they drew 2-2 versus ATKMB and lost 1-2 in the second encounter.
Why does this story matter?
Having finished second in the ISL 2021-22 league standings, Hyderabad FC did enough over two legs against ATKMB. The 3-1 win earlier was a massive result. Hyderabad will aim to win their maiden ISL honor just like Kerala Blasters. This promises an enticing contest when the two sides square off. Hyderabad will need to produce quality and substance in the summit clash.
Why does this story matter?
Having finished second in the ISL 2021-22 league standings, Hyderabad FC did enough over two legs against ATKMB. The 3-1 win earlier was a massive result. Hyderabad will aim to win their maiden ISL honor just like Kerala Blasters. This promises an enticing contest when the two sides square off. Hyderabad will need to produce quality and substance in the summit clash.
Notable stats of Hyderabad FC
Hyderabad FC have scored the most goals in the 2021-22 season, netting a total of 46. They are one of the two teams to score 40-plus goals, alongside Jamshedpur FC (43). However, Hyderabad have accounted for just three clean sheets this season. Bartholomew Ogbeche is leading the scoring chart with 18 goals. He has the joint-third highest number of shots in the ISL (61).
A new high for Hyderabad FC
For the first time, Hyderabad FC finished in the top four in the league this season. In the 2020-21 edition, Hyderabad FC finished fifth. Notably, Goa finished above them with two points more. Prior to that, debutants Hyderabad finished last in the 2019-20 season. They were 10th, having collected 10 points from 18 matches.
