Chennai, Nov 27: As Chennaiyin FC gear up to take on table toppers Kerala Blasters FC in an exciting Southern Derby of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on Wednesday, head coach Owen Coyle expressed confidence in his side’s ability to win the game, citing their promising display in previous matches.
Chennaiyin have recorded two wins and one draw in their last four matches in the league, which also includes an impressive away victory against Hyderabad FC. A game against Kerala Blasters at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi will be their fourth away game this season.
“It’s a derby game. So we know it’s difficult. They’re flying it at the top and all credit to them. But they also know how well we played on Saturday (against East Bengal FC)—the chances we created. So that’s what I have to continue to do. We’re excited about the match.
“We can create chances. We’ve got players who can unlock defences. We need to be more solidified in terms of giving up. And as I say, if we’re at our best, then we’re more than capable of winning the game. But we’re going to have to be very good, that’s for sure,” Coyle commented while addressing the media at the pre-match press conference on Monday in Chennai.
The 57-year-old tactician is fully aware of the intense challenge that awaits his side but urged them to give their all in order to tilt the result in their favour. (IANS)
