-Soumyaroop Mukherjee
ISL 2026: Jamshedpur FC visit SC Delhi at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Thursday, 19 March, 2026. The Indian Super League 2025-26 clash in New Delhi kicks off at 19:30 IST. Fans can watch live on Sony Sports TEN 2 and stream on FanCode.
Jamshedpur FC sit second with 12 points from five matches. A win can move them to the top, at least for now. SC Delhi has one point from four games and is near the bottom. Both sides enter with sharp focus and clear pressure.
SC Delhi earned a 2-2 draw against Mumbai City FC after trailing by two goals. Jamshedpur FC lost 1-2 to NorthEast United FC in Guwahati, their first defeat this season. Each team now aims for a strong reaction in New Delhi.
Coaches’ views
SC Delhi head coach Tomasz Tchórz highlighted his long-term plans before their first home game in the capital. He said they are building something new through hard work, clear identity, and steady performances, trusting that results and fan connection will follow over time.
Jamshedpur FC head coach Owen Coyle asked his players to respond fast after the loss. He spoke about a tough schedule with travel and games. He praised the group as honest and hardworking, saying they believe they can win any league match.
ISL 2026: Head-to-head and background
SC Delhi play their debut season under a rebranded identity after moving from Hyderabad. The club brings a strong rivalry with Jamshedpur FC. Across 16 ISL meetings, both franchises have six wins each, with four draws completing a balanced record.
| Fixture detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | SC Delhi vs Jamshedpur FC |
| Date | Thursday, 19 March, 2026 |
| Kick-off time | 19:30 IST |
| Venue | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi |
| Broadcast | Sony Sports TEN 2 |
| Streaming | FanCode |
| Head-to-head meetings | 16 |
| Jamshedpur wins | 6 |
| SC Delhi / Hyderabad wins | 6 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Last meeting | January 2025, 3-2 to Hyderabad FC |
Players’ perspectives
Midfielder Isaac Vanmalsawma underlined the occasion’s value for SC Delhi. He called it a special moment as their first home game. He said the team is well prepared, the dressing room mood is positive, and players want to give everything for a win.
Jamshedpur FC forward Mohammed Sanan backed their attack to deliver. He said they are creating chances and must keep working hard. For him, focus in the final third is key, and he feels the group is upbeat and ready to return to winning ways.
What is at stake?
The match carries weight at both ends of the table. Victory would send Jamshedpur FC to the league summit. Defeat would deepen SC Delhi’s early-season troubles. Both teams therefore enter with clear targets and little margin for error in New Delhi.
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Story first published: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 19:59 [IST]
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