Indian Super League 2017: Indian Arrows up for Minerva Punjab FC challenge

New Delhi: After overcoming Chennai City FC 3-0 in their I-League opener, Indian Arrows will be full of confidence against Minerva Punjab FC in Bambolim, Goa, on Tuesday. Aniket Yadhav was the star for the Arrows as his double strike ensured them full points in their first home match in Goa. They will aim at another three points before they shift to Delhi to play their remaining home matches. The young and energetic Arrows gave a good account of themselves against Chennai. Arrows coach Norton de Matos said he was happy that his team won the first match.

“I’m happy the boys are following my training and showing good skill and organisation. The I-League level is different, the players playing in the I-league are physically strong and tactically better than our boys and playing against them will help our boys to get good experience,” said de Matos.

Minerva coach Wankhem Khogen Singh knew his side can’t take the Arrows lightly. “They have just played in the U-17 World Cup and their morale is high after winning their last match against Chennai City FC. They are swift in their counter moves which we have to take care of,” Singh said.