We have to make our promotion to the ISL count, says Mohammedan SC coach Chernyshov

Odisha FC aims to become the new ISL champion, while other teams like Mohun Bagan and NorthEast United FC prepare for success.

 Backed by a strong determination to prove their merit as one of the best football teams in the country, Odisha FC made the strongest statement ahead of the new Indian Super League season.

With Mohun Bagan Super Giant aiming to defend the ISL league shield with a newlook team showcasing a greater star content, Odisha coach Sergio Lobera said that his side is better prepared this time around to become the new ISL champion.

Having lost the semifinals against Bagan in the previous season by a narrow 2-3 aggregate, Lobera sounded more resolute in bringing the title home this season.

“We had an amazing season last year, finishing at the top of the group in the AFC Cup. We were close to winning the Super Cup and we reached the ISL semifinals for the first time in the club’s history. I am very proud of what we did last season. And hopefully, with more luck we can do a little bit more this season,” Lobera said during the Media Day organised by the ISL.

The event showcased seven out of the 13 teams in the fray in the ISL.

Mohammedan SC head coach Andrey Chernyshov expressed his pleasure at joining the ISL and said that his team will try to make this promotion count by making it to the playoffs.

“We did a great job last year by winning the I-League. I am thrilled about our supporters. They had been expecting this ever since the ISL started. So, we have to give our best and make our promotion to the ISL count,” Chernyshov said.