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Blue Tigers face New Zealand test
7 Nov
Summary
- India's Blue Tigers will play two friendly matches in New Zealand.
- Key players Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Anwar Ali are absent.
- The matches are a crucial test against a World Cup-qualified nation.
The Indian football team, known as the Blue Tigers, is scheduled to play two friendly matches against New Zealand in Christchurch. Head coach Khalid Jamil has announced a 23-member squad for this upcoming international fixture.
Notable omissions from the squad include experienced goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and defender Anwar Ali, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Midfielder Lalengmawia Ralte and forward Mohammed Sanan are also unavailable due to injuries. The team is set to assemble in Bengaluru before departing for Auckland.
Coach Jamil emphasized the importance of these matches, stating, "New Zealand are also a World Cup-playing nation and a strong opponent, and these two matches will be a good test for us away from home." The team aims to use this opportunity for improvement and preparation, focusing on discipline and teamwork against a formidable opponent.
