FC Goa will play its last Group D recreation within the Durand Cup in opposition to Downtown Heroes of Kashmir in Guwahati’s Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium on Wednesday.
The Manolo Marquez-managed Goa is in an unenviable place after dropping factors in its earlier recreation in opposition to NorthEast United FC, which means qualification is now not in its palms.
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A win in opposition to Downtown Heroes, ideally a giant one, is required for Gaurs to make a shout for the knockout stage.
“Not getting the three points against NorthEast United means that tomorrow’s game against Downtown Heroes becomes a must-win affair. We are, however, confident that we can do that. We want to win the title, not just qualify for the knockouts, and we want to show this intent when we take to the pitch tomorrow,” stated Udanta Singh forward of the sport.
The undeniable fact that the Gaurs put six previous Shillong Lajong, in opposition to whom the facet from Kashmir went down 1-2, regardless of Shillong having been diminished to 10-men for many durations of the sport, doesn’t augur properly for Downtown Heroes.
Even for the Heros nothing in need of a win will suffice to remain alive within the event.
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com