Manjeri, April 9 (Ians) Former Indian Super League (Isl) Champions Hyderabad Fc began their Hero Super Cup campaign by defeating Aizawl Fc 2-1 in a Group B clash at the Payannad stadium here on Sunday.
Hyderabad Fc head coach Manolo Marquez decided to rest a few of the seasoned campaigners, including leading goalscorer, Bartholomew Ogbeche and offered opportunities to those who didn’t get much game time during the Isl early this season.
Former I-League champions Aizawl Fc made it to the group stages of the competition by defeating Trau Fc in the qualifier. Despite the reputation of their strong opponents, Aizawal looked like a determined side, willing to put up an even fight.
After initial exchanges, Hyderabad Fc, who held the upper hand, broke the deadlock with a counter-attack in the 17th minute. It all started when Aizawl Fc failed to capitalise on a corner kick and the ball was cleared by the Hyderabad defence.
Hyderabad Fc head coach Manolo Marquez decided to rest a few of the seasoned campaigners, including leading goalscorer, Bartholomew Ogbeche and offered opportunities to those who didn’t get much game time during the Isl early this season.
Former I-League champions Aizawl Fc made it to the group stages of the competition by defeating Trau Fc in the qualifier. Despite the reputation of their strong opponents, Aizawal looked like a determined side, willing to put up an even fight.
After initial exchanges, Hyderabad Fc, who held the upper hand, broke the deadlock with a counter-attack in the 17th minute. It all started when Aizawl Fc failed to capitalise on a corner kick and the ball was cleared by the Hyderabad defence.
- 4/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Hyderabad, Aug 16 (Ians) Hyderabad Fc have named their 27-man squad that will travel to Imphal for the 131st edition of the Durand Cup, which kicks off on August 16.
In what will be their second appearance in the competition, Hfc have named a strong squad led by Indian Super League winning coach Manolo Marquez, having featured in the 130th edition of the tournament with a youthful squad.
With a few new faces in the squad, Hfc will also have all six of their overseas players for the Durand Cup campaign, where they are drawn in Group C.
The 131st edition of the Durand Cup will be played in an extended format, with 20 teams set to battle for glory in one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport.
The 20 teams include five I-League teams and four teams from Services along with all 11 Isl teams, with the matches set to be played across three different cities.
In what will be their second appearance in the competition, Hfc have named a strong squad led by Indian Super League winning coach Manolo Marquez, having featured in the 130th edition of the tournament with a youthful squad.
With a few new faces in the squad, Hfc will also have all six of their overseas players for the Durand Cup campaign, where they are drawn in Group C.
The 131st edition of the Durand Cup will be played in an extended format, with 20 teams set to battle for glory in one of the most prestigious tournaments in the sport.
The 20 teams include five I-League teams and four teams from Services along with all 11 Isl teams, with the matches set to be played across three different cities.
- 8/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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