From Sportstar · Neeladri Bhattacharjee · · 1m
Khalid Jamil backs Gurpreet after India’s loss
India’s coach Khalid Jamil defends Gurpreet Singh Sandhu after two goals conceded to Brazil, demanding better from substitutes.
In brief
India’s coach Khalid Jamil defends Gurpreet Singh Sandhu after two goals conceded to Brazil, demanding better from substitutes. India’s coach Khalid Jamil defended Gurpreet Singh Sandhu’s performance after two goals conceded to Brazil, criticizing substitutes for lacking readiness. Originally reported by Sportstar.
India’s loss to Brazil
India lost 4-0 to Brazil after a 27-minute defense held up until Estevao scored.
Gurpreet at fault for two goals
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was arguably at fault for two of Brazil’s goals on Saturday.
“Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was arguably at fault for two of Brazil’s goals on Saturday.”
Khalid Jamil defends Gurpreet
Khalid Jamil said Gurpreet is one of India’s best goalkeepers and cannot be judged in two matches.
“He is one of the best goalkeepers India has, and we cannot judge him in just two matches, because the next game is coming up.”
Substitutes criticized
Khalid Jamil demanded substitutes be prepared and criticized their lack of readiness after 11 changes.
“The ones who came on tonight weren’t up to the mark. All of them.”
Next match against Uruguay
India faces Uruguay next, a two-time world champion after a 4-1 win over South Korea.
Defensive focus needed
Khalid Jamil emphasized stronger defense and highlighted Anirudh Thapa’s defensive midfield role.
“We need to be a bit stronger defensively.”
What matters most
India’s coach Khalid Jamil defended Gurpreet Singh Sandhu’s performance after two goals conceded to Brazil, criticizing substitutes for lacking readiness.
