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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Chennaiyin FC vs East Bengal
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COMPETITION :
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ISL 2023-24
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| DATE: |
25-11-2023
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TIME:
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05.30 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
04.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Ground
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Chennaiyin FC: Debjit Majumder; Ankit Mukherjee, Bikash Yumnam, Ryan Edwards, Sachu Siby; Cristian Battocchio, Jiteshwor Singh; Ninthoi Meitei, Rafael Crivellaro, Vincy Barreto; Jordan Murray
East Bengal: Prabhsukhan Gill; Mohammad Rakip, Lalchungnunga, Jose Pardo, Nishu Kumar; Nandha Kumar, Saul Crespo, Souvik Chakrabarti, Mahesh Singh; Cleiton Silva, Javier Siverio
Both coaches, Owen Coyle and Carles Cuadrat, have shared their perspectives on the upcoming matches after the international break. Coyle acknowledges the strong performance of the team, emphasizing their notable displays against Kerala and Goa. He remains realistic, stating that they are under no illusions about the challenges they face. The break has been a positive period for the players, allowing them to spend time with their families, and Coyle expresses confidence that both teams have put in hard work during this time.
Cuadrat, echoing Coyle's sentiments, emphasizes the importance of making the most of the break. He expresses satisfaction with the additional training sessions his team received, surpassing other teams in the competition. Cuadrat highlights their focus on the project and the team's competitiveness, emphasizing a friendly match against an I-League team (TRAU) as evidence of their commitment to improvement.
Despite a disappointing start to the season, Cuadrat remains optimistic, drawing parallels with Chennaiyin's turnaround after three initial losses. He believes that a single win can ignite momentum for his team, stressing the need to change their dynamic and build mental strength to secure points.
Both coaches' perspectives provide insight into the teams' mindset post the international break, emphasizing hard work, focus on improvement, and the potential for a positive shift in momentum. The upcoming matches are poised to showcase the results of the efforts put in during this break.
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