Head coach Simon Grayson, in a press conference on Sunday (August 14), underlined that, unlike a few other ISL sides, Bengaluru FC will be fielding their strongest squad in the Durand Cup.
How will the Blues approach the traditional tournament? Grayson, responding to the Sportskeeda query, averred:
Meanwhile, Sunil Chhetri, who was also present at the press conference, spoke about his love for the 131-year-old competition. While playing in the same tournament for Delhi-based City FC over 20 years back, Chhetri was first spotted by Mohun Bagan.
The veteran forward, however, is yet to lay his hands on the coveted trophy despite featuring in the tournament several times. The Bengaluru FC skipper stated:
Sunil Chhetri lauds new Bengaluru FC head coach Simon Grayson
In July, Bengaluru FC appointed former Leeds United boss Grayson as head coach on a two-year deal. The Englishman was appointed manager of the Peacocks in 2008 and led them to promotion to the Championship in 2010.
After being dismissed in February 2012, he moved to Huddersfield Town, where he again gained promotion from League One via the play-offs, beating Sheffield United in the final.
Chhetri opined that the wealth of experience Grayson possesses has helped the coach convey his ideas simply to the players. Responding to a Sportskeeda query about his interaction with Grayson, the Indian international explained:
Chhetri added:
Bengaluru FC will begin their Durand Cup campaign against Jamshedpur FC on Wednesday, August 17. The tournament will give fans an opportunity to have a first real look at what Grayson’s side will offer in the upcoming ISL season.
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