At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.
Rajasthan FC continued their impressive form in the I-League, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over Dempo Sports Club.
I-League: Rajasthan United beat Namdhari 3-1 with comeback win; Dempo overcome Lajong
Brisbane Roar to 5-1 win over Dempo FC in their opener at the Bhausaheb Bandodkar Memorial Trophy on Saturday.
Dempo Sports Club secretary-cum-coach Armando Colaco has written to the All India Football Federation informing that Dr Mahendra Kudchadkar, the club's doctor, has certified the duo -- both under indefinite suspension -- fit.
Goa entered the quarter-finals of the 60th Santosh Trophy.
A 2-0 victory over Sporting Clube de Goa put Dempo level with Mahindra United, but on top of the table by virtue of a better goal difference.
Dempo scored a convincing 6-1 win over Merw of Turkministan to record their maiden victory in the AFC Cup
A 6-1 victory enabled the Goa team round off their AFC Cup campaign on a winning note.
It was Dempo's third successive victory that took their tally to 19 points from 12 matches.\n
Chhetri's first professional contract was with Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan at a tender age of 17. It was a big challenge to overcome for a teenager and he buckled under pressure at times.
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