Chennaiyin FC due in town today

Former Indian Super League champions Chennaiyin FC will arrive in Dhaka today to play their away fixture of the AFC Cup against Bangladesh Premier League champions Abahani on May 15.

The Indian outfit, who are on top of Group E with seven points, will arrive in the evening and hold their first practice session on the following day at the Abahani club ground.

This tie is crucial for both teams, with Chennaiyin FC looking to consolidate their top spot while Abahani will look to reduce the gap with the leaders.

The Sky Blues have four points from three matches, thanks to their opening-game win against Manang Marshyangdi, followed by a 2-2 draw against Minerva Punjab of India. Abahani, however, lost the away fixture against Chennaiyin FC 1-0 in Ahmedabad on April 30.

Minerva Punjab have three points while Manang Marshyangdi have a single point. Only one team from the group will advance to the next stage.