With the I-League crown already in Dempo’s bag, hosts Pune FC will take on Churchill Brothers in a penultimate round match for the runners-up place here on Thursday .
A victory over the visitors will mean that Pune FC will replace Churchill in the second place, which will be a credible achievement for the I-League debutants.
The hosts, who thrashed Sporting Club de Goa 4-0 in their previous match, are currently placed joint third with Mahindra United, both the teams having scored 38 points.
However, Pune FC, who have registered nine wins, have played 24 matches compared to Mahindra’s 25.
Meanwhile, a victory for Churchill, who drew their last match with Mumbai FC, will ensure them a second place finish.
The visitors have scored 39 points from 23 matches with the help of 10 wins and nine draws. — PTI