Gokulam Kerala aim for a win vs Sudeva Delhi

Gokulam Kerala will look to maintain their unbeaten streak when they take on Sudeva Delhi FC in the I-League on Friday. The team from Delhi are coming into this match after settling for a goal-less draw against TRAU.

Gameweek 12 features a clash between the league leaders Gokulam Kerala and Sudeva Delhi FC. The team from Delhi are coming into this match after settling for a goalless draw against TRAU while the Malabarians saw off Indian Arrows.

The game will take place at the Naihati Stadium at 5.05 PM on Friday, April 15, 2022.

Gokulam Kerala FC head coach Vincenzo Annese wants to focus more on the defensive phase and take each game as possible.

“Yes, I was very happy with the clean sheet in the last match. It was very important to give us motivation. We still need to concentrate more and not concede goals. We are preparing well and looking forward to the match,” the coach added.

Meanwhile, forward Ahmed Waseem Razeek is delighted after scoring a goal and providing an assist.

“I am happy that I could score and assist on my debut, but more importantly, the three points matter,” he mentioned.

Annese understands the qualities that Sudeva Delhi offer.

“Sudeva Delhi is a very energetic team. We have to be careful about them. When they lost, they lost only by a one-goal margin. We are now focusing on Sudeva and will take each game as it comes,” he concluded.

On the other hand, Sudeva Delhi head coach Mehrajuddin Wadoo wants to keep improving as his boys are giving their best on the field.

“We have seen improvements in the last few matches. They are eager to learn and work hard. All the players are giving their best on the field. We are looking forward to the next few matches,” he said.

Goalkeeper Sachin Jha accompanied the coach in the pre-match press conference.

“In this season, we have good experience. The camp is motivated. Our players are working hard. It will be a tough match and we will be aiming to win,” the goalkeeper said.

Talking about the opponents, Wadoo wants to approach this match as a challenge.

“Gokulam are one of the contenders for this league. They have good players all around the pitch. It will be a challenging game for sure. We look to stop them and get all three points,” Wadoo concluded.