New Delhi : , Indian Arrows will begin their campaign against Real Kashmir FC in Kolkata in IFA Shield on Wednesday.Chief coach Venkatesh Shamugam plans to take advantage of this opportunity in preparation for I-League 20221/22. The Shield tournament is so historic, we will be able to play at least two matches in order to gauge our decision-making abilities and test ourselves.Venkatesh stated that they have already played practice games in Bhubaneswar but the Shield will be completely different.”
Real Kashmir FC is our first opponent and are a very physical team.This will prove to be a tough test for the boys.
We are excited to help them with their foreign recruiting.My boys were told by me to have fun with the task and not be afraid.
Indian Arrows were placed in group A alongside Real Kashmir FC, Calcutta Customs Club and Calcutta Customs Club.The round robin ends and the two top teams advance to round two.They will play back-to-back knockout matches with qualified opponents from the other group to reach the quarterfinals.
Venkatesh stated that they have been in preparation for the Bhubaneswar match since a while.
Initially, we focused on stamina and fitness and then switched to tactical training.
The difference between senior and professional players is subtle and takes more time.
He said that under such conditions, it was necessary to have some games and the IFA Shield happened at the right time for us.
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