Too early to comment but somehow I like Stimac's approach. Bob Houghton introduced a theory that you need to play weaker opponents to get morale boost and get into shape / formation. He was right at that time as Indian team was conceding 5, 6 goals against Asian opponents. That phase is over. We played enough three tier teams in Europe. Time has come to play stronger Asian opponents. But somehow I feel bringing quality foreigners will never help until and unless our indigenous players explore opportunity in quality league abroad. I have said it before I guess.
@SiV: Yes, former WC winning French defender Laurent Blanc is the coach of Al-Rayyan...was the manager of PSG from 2013 to 2016 and won the Ligue 1 thrice.
FSDL will be sub-licensing the media rights to partner channels and
digital service providers, offering significantly more coverage of the
AFC’s competitions on both linear and digital channels in a region where
the passion for football has grown exponentially in recent years.
Afc has removed 3+1 rule from 2023 onwards, now teams can sign unlimited number of foreigners and play full foregin 11 in afc cup and champions league
Well the only reason I took interest in Indian football is because I get to see Indian players in action with whom you feel some kind of connection and with this thing gone, I'll stop watching football because it wont be fun for me anymore.
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But somehow I feel bringing quality foreigners will never help until and unless our indigenous players explore opportunity in quality league abroad. I have said it before I guess.
Well the only reason I took interest in Indian football is because I get to see Indian players in action with whom you feel some kind of connection and with this thing gone, I'll stop watching football because it wont be fun for me anymore.