Margao (Goa), Having slipped from the top position in the Indian Super League (ISL) table after going winless in their last two matches, ATK Mohun Bagan will target a return to winning ways when they face in-form FC Goa at the Fatorda Stadium here on Wednesday.

While the Mariners are placed third on the table with 10 points after five games, their opponents, FC Goa, placed fifth with 8 points, are not too far away.

The contest will not only see two of the strongest teams in the Hero ISL take on each other but will also pit two tactically sound managers with contrasting philosophies.

Mohun Bagan coach Antonio Habas puts his belief in a pragmatic way of playing the game -- sitting deep and hitting opposition sides on the counter attack. So far, the Kolkata giants have had an average of 46 percent possession - third-lowest by a team this season.

Meanwhile, Juan Ferrando's FC Goa side, like to hog possession of the ball. They have averaged 59 percent possession - most by a team this campaign.

Bagan, however, will have to deal with injury concerns with Javi Hernandez and Tiri both doubtful for the game. Injuries to the duo have disrupted the balance of the side and Habas acknowledged the problem after his side dropped points in their previous game against Hyderabad FC.

"There is a long way (to go this season)," Habas had said about his team losing the top spot. "Obviously, we don't want to lose but we have many problems with injuries. But we have to recover the players and make them compete."

While striker Igor Angulo will aim to extend his goal-scoring tally for Goa, Roy Krishna will be key for Bagan during counter-attacks. The Fijian has scored four of his team's six goals so far - with all their goals coming in the second half.

Out of the five goals Goa have let in so far, three have come after the half-time break and Ferrando is aware his side will need to be alert throughout the game.

"It's so very important to have one plan for the team since we play against a very good team, not only Krishna," he said.

"It's important to be compact of course (but) also (take care of) the time, area of the ball and the spaces. It's important to focus on these details for 90 minutes. This team is incredible because for 90 minutes they are working hard."