India prepares for Palestine friendly

The Blue Tigers are set for the upcoming game against Palestine, with the majority of their players joining training in Kerala.

“It’s a wonderful feeling for any Coach to see his boys assembling again. They head into Kochi straight from the I-League and we intend to make use of the next few days ahead of our match against Palestine,” Koevermans said.

“I’m back in my country and this time I’m in ‘God’s Own Country’. The State has a huge fan following for the sport and has produced so many wonderful players over the years.” he uttered. “I expect a huge football loving crowd cheering us against Palestine on the 6^th,” said Sunil Chhetri.

“It’s exciting to meet my teammates once again. Obviously we cross our paths in the I-League every week but the National Camp is above everything. Expectations run high after our Nehru Cup triumph and we are looking forward for the match against Palestine. And you only get to meet Sunil in the National Camp,” joked Rahim Nabi as everyone burst into a hearty laugh.

“I’ve heard about the football tradition of Kerala,” Koevermans uttered. “I’ve been told about the football exploits of the ‘Black Pearl’ IM Vijayan, and Joe Paul Ancheri,” he informed.

Goalkeeper Sandip Nandy, who has been summoned for the Friendly said “the call has served as the biggest motivation for him.”

“This is perhaps the biggest motivation a player can ever ask for. I had been working hard and will be working harder from now on. I had never lost my self belief and it’s heartening that good performances are being rewarded. I need to thank Koevermans for that,” he opined.

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