“The club had approached me a couple of months back to discuss in general about the club and also regarding players. Finally, on July 29, I decided to sign the contract and join the club," he told Goal.
“East Bengal is a big club. For me, it is not important whether they play in ISL or I-League. That was never the question. East Bengal has achieved a lot over the years and they have a very rich history. It was an honour and privilege to join such a club especially in their centenary year,” said Da Costa.
Managing a Kolkata club isn’t everyone’s cup of tea considering the immense pressure and expectations of the fans. But the Goan manager suggested that he thrives under pressure.
“I enjoy pressure situations and I am really looking forward to working in Kolkata. Since childhood, pressure works as a motivation for me to work even harder. So I was very happy to take up this great challenge.”
If East Bengal decides to rope in another foreigner as head coach, Francisco feels he is ready to work under him.
“If East Bengal management decides to bring a foreign coach I won’t mind,” said the young Indian coach. "My job has always been to contribute to the game and I will continue to do the best I can. My target is to make East Bengal successful.”
He went on to discuss the prospects of East Bengal playing in the ISL, though the top-tier league has indicated that they will not be extending the number of participating teams for the upcoming season.
“It is always nice to play in the top tier. There are certain things that have to be done and if everything is done, then definitely East Bengal will be in ISL. But the decision will depend on the AIFF, FSDL and the East Bengal management. I have no say in this. But it would be nice to see East Bengal play in the ISL.”
FPAI said the letter sent to AIFF under there Name for inclusion of EB in ISL is a fake latter, president of FPAI renedy Singh denied sending any latter.
Just as expected, GPL is a scam league is established. Seems like the ToI sports editor in Goa didn't get his share and has spilled the beans. From Dempo to small teams, everyone is involved. I hope AIFF suspends all football in Goa indefinitely untill the ensuing criminal cases are resolved in courts.
Such comments, even if spoken in joke, have no place in IFN
I am surprised that you @munna219777, of all people, have put an 'insightful' reaction and a 'lol' reaction to these two comments. I can understand that you might term the TOI report as insightful but the conclusion drawn from it and the subsequent post show regionalism at their worst. Scams happen in all part of the country but to pinpoint any particular state/province is simply not done
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Satyanarayan - KSFA looking to ensure more players from Karnataka play in the ISL
https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/indian-football-karnataka-look-to-produce-more-players-isl/1hqu5h5x93b341p9qigzi4gn4o
Adding u-18 to their already u-15 level now
India's remaining 2022 World Cup qualifiers could be played at a centralised venue.
“The club had approached me a couple of months back to discuss in general about the club and also regarding players. Finally, on July 29, I decided to sign the contract and join the club," he told Goal.
“East Bengal is a big club. For me, it is not important whether they play in ISL or I-League. That was never the question. East Bengal has achieved a lot over the years and they have a very rich history. It was an honour and privilege to join such a club especially in their centenary year,” said Da Costa.
Managing a Kolkata club isn’t everyone’s cup of tea considering the immense pressure and expectations of the fans. But the Goan manager suggested that he thrives under pressure.
“I enjoy pressure situations and I am really looking forward to working in Kolkata. Since childhood, pressure works as a motivation for me to work even harder. So I was very happy to take up this great challenge.”
If East Bengal decides to rope in another foreigner as head coach, Francisco feels he is ready to work under him.
“If East Bengal management decides to bring a foreign coach I won’t mind,” said the young Indian coach. "My job has always been to contribute to the game and I will continue to do the best I can. My target is to make East Bengal successful.”
He went on to discuss the prospects of East Bengal playing in the ISL, though the top-tier league has indicated that they will not be extending the number of participating teams for the upcoming season.
“It is always nice to play in the top tier. There are certain things that have to be done and if everything is done, then definitely East Bengal will be in ISL. But the decision will depend on the AIFF, FSDL and the East Bengal management. I have no say in this. But it would be nice to see East Bengal play in the ISL.”
https://www.goal.com/en-in/news/francisco-bruto-da-costa-it-is-an-honour-and-privilege-to/285z7sdsgobn1j8ec0pnjx1h8
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/top-stories/match-fixing-in-goan-football-beautiful-game-shows-its-ugly-side/articleshow/77323553.cms
I am surprised that you @munna219777, of all people, have put an 'insightful' reaction and a 'lol' reaction to these two comments. I can understand that you might term the TOI report as insightful but the conclusion drawn from it and the subsequent post show regionalism at their worst. Scams happen in all part of the country but to pinpoint any particular state/province is simply not done