This time the Kolkata Derby is different, say Hugo and others

This time the Kolkata Derby is different, say Hugo and others

This time the Kolkata Derby is different, say Hugo and others: The return of derby in the Indian Super League is on Saturday. ATK Mohun Bagan played against Odisha with an interval of about 18 days after several matches were canceled due to the Covid situation. Now, of course, the situation is different. Juan Ferrando’s side is desperate to reach the last four after winning the derby. That is why the Spanish coach is continuing the practice with Hugo Boumous, Tiri, Pritam Kotal, and others without taking leave. The Kolkata Derby means that the mercury of excitement is always at an all-time high. Hugo Boumous, the midfielder, Pritam Kotal, and Subhasish Bose, the two Bengali defenders, told the ATKMB Media team what they are thinking before playing against SC East Bengal.

This time the Kolkata Derby is different, say Hugo and others
This time the Kolkata Derby is different, say Hugo and others

Hugo Boumous

“This time the situation is different. In addition to football, there is a lot more to focus on. We were not in practice for a long time. So, we have to get back to our place by practicing hard every day. The importance of the derby is always different. The match has to be played with extra motivation. We will win this match, I am confident. “

“There is no reason to underestimate the team as we had an easy win in the first leg against SC East Bengal or just because they lost to Hyderabad by four goals in the last match. They will come down with the will to take revenge. We have to win this match to go to the last four or return to the fight of the championship and we have to collect all the points from the matches that have been canceled. “

“We didn’t win the last match against Orissa but we lost a lot of chances to score. The positive side of our team is that we have created a lot of chances to score goals. We are focusing on practice to avoid such mistakes. “

Pritam Kotal

“SC East Bengal has never succeeded in beating us in the Indian Super League. The challenge is to maintain that continuity. Many people are saying that we are in an advantageous position as they have conceded four goals against Hyderabad. I cannot accept that. This time, I have played the most derby among the footballers of our team. From that experience, I can say that this match is unpredictable. No one stays ahead. However, even though we have made a draw in the last two matches, we are confident of winning this match. If we can keep the defense tight, if we can keep the goal intact, then we will surely score.”

“Derby is always special. Especially to those of us who are Bengalis. Its passion is different for the members and supporters. If we can’t win a derby even if we win the league, then if you go to the neighborhood or on the street, you have to hear, “you may be the champion, but you can’t win a derby.” So we have to win this match. The philosophy of the new coach is different, maybe it takes a while to fully utilize it. However, our team played well enough in the last match.”

Subhasish Bose

“The importance of the derby to us is different. Whenever we play this match, different emotions work. If we win this match, we will enter the last four. So we have to keep in mind the calculation of leagues as well as emotions. We have played fewer matches than others, it is an advantage for us. We have to take that opportunity. “

“There is no reason to underestimate SC East Bengal because the team has been defeated by four goals against Hyderabad. They made some mistakes in that match. The East Bengal-Hyderabad match was watched by our entire team sitting at the hotel. That’s why I am saying that the fight is difficult. The biggest thing is that in ISL any team can beat any team. There is no room for complacency. “

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