Upbeat after their win against Rangadejied United FC, Dempo FC are
all set to face the challenge of East Bengal when they meet on Sunday in
the return match of the I-League at Nehru Stadium, Fatorda.
After a gap of more than a year, the I-League action returns to Fatorda as both the teams, who have 19 points each, will look to secure full points in the crucial encounter. Dempo looks to be a well balanced side with their new recruits defender Haroon Amiri and striker Tolgay Ozbey forming the core of the young team. Amiri looks rock solid in the defence and has the ability to move upfront and assist the forward. The Afghan scored the second goal in their win against Rangadejied and coach Arthur Papas will expect Amiri and Beto to keep the attack moving and punch holes in the rival defence by providing supplies to strike duo of Ozbey and Alwyn George.
Papas was satisfied with the way his team played against Rangadejied. The win has lifted the team’s confidence and they are now looking to face the challenge of East Bengal.
“It’s going to be a tough contest and closely fought as our team is looking to move up the ladder,” Papas said. “This is a culmination of all the good work that we have been doing since the Federation Cup. It is important to maintain the winning momentum,” the Australian said.
Meanwhile, Armando Colaco will return for an emotional clash against his former club Dempo but knows there is no place for any sentiment as his new club, East Bengal, hunt for three points that will keep them alive in the I-League title race.
East Bengal have blown hot and cold since Colaco took over but the former Dempo coach believes it is the clash against his former team will show whether his team is among the title chasers.
“We have three matches in hand but this is the match that will define our title chase. If we do not get the three points, our chances will be as good as dead. It will be very difficult,” Colaco said.
East Bengal only managed a goalless draw against Churchill Brothers in the previous game, and with arch rivals Mohun Bagan waiting for the next clash on March 1, Colaco said this is a must-win game.
“We must boost our confidence by winning against Dempo. We are not exactly playing the best football we can but we will get there,” said the former India coach.
East Bengal are without Nigerian defender Uga Okpara and Colaco is likely to start with Raju Gaekwad and Arnab Mondal in the centre of defence.
Kick-off: 6 pm. LIVE on Ten Action.
Courtesy: The Navind Times.
After a gap of more than a year, the I-League action returns to Fatorda as both the teams, who have 19 points each, will look to secure full points in the crucial encounter. Dempo looks to be a well balanced side with their new recruits defender Haroon Amiri and striker Tolgay Ozbey forming the core of the young team. Amiri looks rock solid in the defence and has the ability to move upfront and assist the forward. The Afghan scored the second goal in their win against Rangadejied and coach Arthur Papas will expect Amiri and Beto to keep the attack moving and punch holes in the rival defence by providing supplies to strike duo of Ozbey and Alwyn George.
Papas was satisfied with the way his team played against Rangadejied. The win has lifted the team’s confidence and they are now looking to face the challenge of East Bengal.
“It’s going to be a tough contest and closely fought as our team is looking to move up the ladder,” Papas said. “This is a culmination of all the good work that we have been doing since the Federation Cup. It is important to maintain the winning momentum,” the Australian said.
Meanwhile, Armando Colaco will return for an emotional clash against his former club Dempo but knows there is no place for any sentiment as his new club, East Bengal, hunt for three points that will keep them alive in the I-League title race.
East Bengal have blown hot and cold since Colaco took over but the former Dempo coach believes it is the clash against his former team will show whether his team is among the title chasers.
“We have three matches in hand but this is the match that will define our title chase. If we do not get the three points, our chances will be as good as dead. It will be very difficult,” Colaco said.
East Bengal only managed a goalless draw against Churchill Brothers in the previous game, and with arch rivals Mohun Bagan waiting for the next clash on March 1, Colaco said this is a must-win game.
“We must boost our confidence by winning against Dempo. We are not exactly playing the best football we can but we will get there,” said the former India coach.
East Bengal are without Nigerian defender Uga Okpara and Colaco is likely to start with Raju Gaekwad and Arnab Mondal in the centre of defence.
Kick-off: 6 pm. LIVE on Ten Action.
Courtesy: The Navind Times.
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