Xtra Time Web Desk : The Indian Super League is about to witness yet another historic ‘Kolkata Derby’ on Saturday as favourites ATK Mohun Bagan gears up to face the out of form SC East in what is going to be a David vs Goliath clash.
And before the match, the Mariners head coach Juan Ferrando spoke in a press conference about the team’s preparation for the much awaited derby.
Stating about participating in the ‘Prestigious Derby’, Ferrando said, “It is an honour to participate in the prestigious Derby. It’s a special feeling. All we want is to earn three points. And for that we need to be focused and play good football,”
Opening about rumours regarding Roy Krishna’s participation against the Red and Gold, the Green and Maroon gaffer stated, “We are keeping a close watch on Roy. The last few weeks have been a rough ride for him. From being affected by COVID-19 to problems in his family. We know that how good a player and a person he is and how important he is from our perspective. So we need to make sure that he is fit and fine for the upcoming matches of ours,”
Talking about their opponents SC East Bengal, Ferrando added, “The East Bengal team has changed a lot in the last few days. I’ve seen their last few matches. The team has looked a lot more attacking and the players have been a lot more free. Although they aren’t performing that well but they are trying their best,”
When asked about playing Boumous in their starting eleven, the Spanish coach added, “We haven’t planned anything as of now. All the foreigners are ready to play the match. Although the last few days have been a rough ride for our players due to COVID, but all of them are trying their best to play the match.”
Now, with the electric atmosphere building up around the Derby, it is to be seen who emerges as the winner in the prestigious encounter.