After the encounter between FC Goa and Shillong Lajong in Guwahati, the spotlight now shifts to Jamshedpur FC as they gear up to face the challenge posed by Mumbai City FC in the Durand Cup. The young Jamshedpur squad, led by 22-year-old captain Jitendra Singh and featuring talents like 23-year-old Sk. Sahil, a former India U-17 FIFA World Cup player, is under the guidance of Head Coach Steven Dias.
Coach Dias shared his perspective on the upcoming tournament following a training session. He expressed the team's anticipation for the Durand Cup and highlighted its significance for the emerging players. The coach emphasized that the tournament provides a platform for the squad to gain valuable experience by competing against the nation's top teams. He underlined the team's enthusiasm to learn and grow from each competitive moment they encounter on the field.
With a clear focus on development and learning, the Jamshedpur FC squad is determined to make the most of the opportunity to play against formidable opponents. Coach Dias emphasized their commitment to putting their best foot forward in every match and striving for success against all teams in their group.