ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler clarifies statement on Indian players
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler clarifies statement on Indian players

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler on Friday claimed that his comments on his side’s Indian contingent at the end of the 0-3 loss against Mumbai City FC were taken out of context. After the game on Tuesday, the former Brisbane Roar coach gave a damning assessment of the technical quality of Indian players in his squad. "Some Indian players look like they haven't been coached before," said Fowler, whose side is rooted to the bottom of the 2020-21 Indian Super League standings. READ | 'Some Indian players look like they haven't been coached before' - Robbie Fowler "I obviously didn't mean to disrespect anyone.

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ISL 2023-24: Fake pressure is keeping the coaches going for foreign forwards, says Kerala Blasters boss Vukomanovic
1 year, 3 months ago

ISL 2023-24: Fake pressure is keeping the coaches going for foreign forwards, says Kerala Blasters boss Vukomanovic

The Hindu  

Most of the coaches of different Indian Super League clubs operate under fake pressure that forces them to go for foreign forwards while ignoring the Indian strikers with good profiles, feels the Kerala Blasters head coach Ivan Vukomanovic. Kerala Blasters kicks off the ISL campaign on September 21 by hosting Bengaluru FC, the very team against which the former controversially …

Sunil Gavaskar on never-ending mystery of foreign coaches
2 years, 10 months ago

Sunil Gavaskar on never-ending mystery of foreign coaches

The Hindu  

Flight restrictions because of the Covid pandemic meant that the return from South Africa to India was via UK. IPL 2022 auction: Full list of players to go under the hammer on Feb 12 and 13 The return of Hodgson to manage a low-ranked team like Watford did make one think of how, in football, there is a merry-go-round of …

ISL 2021-22: Hyderabad FC needs a positive approach this season - Marquez
3 years, 1 month ago

ISL 2021-22: Hyderabad FC needs a positive approach this season - Marquez

The Hindu  

Hyderabad FC needs to adopt a positive approach in the new season of the Indian Super League to improve on last season’s performance, head coach Manolo Marquez said on Thursday. In a virtual media briefing from Goa, Marquez said the objective for his team would be to perform “much better” than last season. Listen in to our season preview on …

SC East Bengal appoints Manuel Diaz as head coach
3 years, 3 months ago

SC East Bengal appoints Manuel Diaz as head coach

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal has appointed Spaniard Manuel Diaz as head coach after mutually parting ways with Robbie Fowler, the Indian Super League club announced on Tuesday. The decision comes barely a couple of weeks after the investor decided to continue its support to East Bengal. With over 20 years of coaching experience including a significant period of time in the …

East Bengal's Robbie Fowler: Shepherding the future of a legendary club - ISL news
3 years, 10 months ago

East Bengal's Robbie Fowler: Shepherding the future of a legendary club - ISL news

The Hindu  

Robbie Fowler is a familiar name to those who followed the Premier League. The Liverpool FC legend and England striker is currently a resident of India, donning the gaffer’s cap for century-old club East Bengal. Maybe that’s because three weeks before the start of the ISL season, we were supposed to be in the I-League and then the new owner …

ISL 2020-21: Indian coaches can manage ISL clubs, says Naushad Moosa - ISL news- Sportstar
3 years, 10 months ago

ISL 2020-21: Indian coaches can manage ISL clubs, says Naushad Moosa - ISL news- Sportstar

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC interim coach Naushad Moosa feels that Khalid Jamil’s success at NorthEast United has raised hopes of an Indian manager taking over at an Indian Super League club on a permanent basis. Currently, the four Indian coaches in the league – Moosa, Jamil, Kerala Blasters’ Ishfaq Ahmed and Odisha FC’s Steven Dias – are all on interim roles. RELATED| …

ISL 2020-21 preview: SC East Bengal takes on Bengaluru FC in a bottom-half clash - Sportstar
3 years, 10 months ago

ISL 2020-21 preview: SC East Bengal takes on Bengaluru FC in a bottom-half clash - Sportstar

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal appeared to be hard-pressed for a win as it tried to keep its playoff chances alive. Currently placed 10th in the 11-team ISL line-up, East Bengal would be looking to revive its winning form when it meets former champion Bengaluru FC at the Tilak Maidan Stadium on Tuesday. I'm happy with the players we've got,” Fowler said …

ISL 2020-21 preview: Resurgent SC East Bengal takes on consistent Mumbai City FC
3 years, 11 months ago

ISL 2020-21 preview: Resurgent SC East Bengal takes on consistent Mumbai City FC

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal has been able to work out a significant turnaround by remaining unbeaten in the last seven matches, something that seemed improbable when it embarked on its maiden Indian Super League journey. The Kolkata giant will be facing its toughest opponent on this path of redemption when it takes on the current league leader Mumbai City FC at …

ISL 2020-21 news: 'It's bordering on the cheating for us' - SCEB coach Robbie Fowler on refereeing - ISL news - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

ISL 2020-21 news: 'It's bordering on the cheating for us' - SCEB coach Robbie Fowler on refereeing - ISL news - Sportstar

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler tore into the Indian Super League's referees yet again after his side's goalless draw with Chennaiyin FC on Tuesday. When the official broadcaster's analyst and former FC Pune City and Hyderabad FC coach Phil Brown pointed out the standard of refereeing has improved, Fowler quipped, "That's improved? READ | Fowler also launched into a …

ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal Sign Raju Gaikwad, Ankit Mukherjee
3 years, 11 months ago

ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal Sign Raju Gaikwad, Ankit Mukherjee

News 18  

SC East Bengal on Saturday announced the signings of defenders Raju Gaikwad and Ankit Mukherjee for the rest of the Indian Super League season. ISL 2020-21 FULL COVERAGE | ISL 2020-21 SCHEDULE | ISL 2020-21 POINTS TABLE “The season is underway and I am raring to go,” said Gaikwad, who has been capped over 36 times for the Indian national …

ISL 2020-21: Most Indian young players have shown high standards, says Hyderabad FC coach
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21: Most Indian young players have shown high standards, says Hyderabad FC coach

The Hindu  

After clinching a win against SC East Bengal in its last Indian Super League fixture, Hyderabad FC head coach Manolo Marquez says he has faith in the Indian youngters. READ: Hyderabad eases past SC East Bengal “The preparations for the Mumbai game will be similar to what have been so far,” he said. In fact, most of the young Indian …

ISL 2020-21 news: Some players are not up to ISL standard, says SC East Bengal's Robbie Fowler- ISL news - Sportstar
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21 news: Some players are not up to ISL standard, says SC East Bengal's Robbie Fowler- ISL news - Sportstar

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler questioned the standards of some of the players in the squad after his team's 3-2 defeat to Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League on Tuesday at the Tilak Maidan in Vasco. The performance of some players is not good enough, it’s not ISL standard," said Fowler in the post-match presentation. AS IT …

ISL 2020-21 news: 'Some Indian players look like they haven't been coached before', says SC East Bengal's Robbie Fowler - ISL news - Sportstar
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21 news: 'Some Indian players look like they haven't been coached before', says SC East Bengal's Robbie Fowler - ISL news - Sportstar

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler said he was devastated after his team's 0-3 defeat to Mumbai City in the Indian Super League on Tuesday at the GMC Athletic Stadium in Bambolim. MATCH REPORT | Mumbai City vs East Bengal With the poor start to the season, the former Brisbane Roar coach recognises the difficult task at hand to …

ISL 2020-21: Fowler assures improvement after SC East Bengal's loss against ATK Mohun Bagan - ISL 2020 News - Sportstar
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21: Fowler assures improvement after SC East Bengal's loss against ATK Mohun Bagan - ISL 2020 News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

A tough opening match, a strong opponent in ATK Mohun Bagan, and a 0-2 defeat. SC East Bengal’s ISL debut might not have gone as per plan, but there were things head coach Robbie Fowler could be happy about. READ: Krishna, Manvir power ATK Mohun Bagan to Kolkata derby win over SC East Bengal “Performance-wise, we were okay. “We’re talking …

We Can Get Better: Robbie Fowler Assures SC East Bengal Improvement after Kolkata Derby Loss to ATK Mohun Bagan
4 years ago

We Can Get Better: Robbie Fowler Assures SC East Bengal Improvement after Kolkata Derby Loss to ATK Mohun Bagan

News 18  

A tough opening match, a strong opponent, and a disappointing result. SC East Bengal‘s first match in the Indian Super League may not have gone to plan, but there were things head coach Robbie Fowler could be happy about despite suffering a 0-2 defeat to rivals ATK Mohun Bagan in the Kolkata derby on Friday. ISL 2020-21 FULL COVERAGE | …

ISL 2020-21, Kolkata Derby: We accept the ATK Mohun Bagan challenge, says SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21, Kolkata Derby: We accept the ATK Mohun Bagan challenge, says SC East Bengal coach Robbie Fowler

The Hindu  

Robbie Fowler is definitely the most celebrated name among the current coaches in the upcoming Indian Super League season. The Liverpool great, who made a name for himself in the A-League as a coach guiding Brisbane Roar to prominence from a modest position, will be looking to replicate the success in ISL for “rookie” SC East Bengal. Added to this …

ISL 2020-21: Who are SC East Bengal's foreign players? - Football News - Sportstar
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21: Who are SC East Bengal's foreign players? - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Indian Super League debutant SC East Bengal will gets its ISL 2020-21 season underway with the Kolkata Derby against fellow newcomer ATK-Mohun Bagan at the Tilak Maidan on November 27. As per the All India Football Federation's rules, ISL clubs can have seven overseas players in their squad, but the legacy-rich club decided to get only six foreign nationals on …

Fans are With Us in Spirit: Robbie Fowler Confident as SC East Bengal Face ATK Mohun Bagan
4 years ago

Fans are With Us in Spirit: Robbie Fowler Confident as SC East Bengal Face ATK Mohun Bagan

News 18  

SC East Bengal will make their Indian Super League debut when they take on arch-rivals ATK Mohun Bagan in the first-ever Kolkata derby of the league on Friday. “We know there’s a lot to take, but also there’s a game to be played and we have to play the right way,” said Fowler. The game will be SC Bengal’s first …

ISL 2020-21, SCEB vs ATKMB: Master of world derbies, Robbie Fowler now has Kolkata in his sight
4 years ago

ISL 2020-21, SCEB vs ATKMB: Master of world derbies, Robbie Fowler now has Kolkata in his sight

The Hindu  

There is, perhaps, no better match for Robbie Fowler to begin his stint in India than the Indian Super League’s first-ever Kolkata derby. Fowler believes this derby is significant, not only because of the momentum such games can generate but also because it’s his and his club’s debut in the ISL. “It’s a massive game not because we are playing …

SC East Bengal vs ATK Mohun Bagan: Master of World Derbies, Robbie Fowler Now has Kolkata in his Sight
4 years ago

SC East Bengal vs ATK Mohun Bagan: Master of World Derbies, Robbie Fowler Now has Kolkata in his Sight

News 18  

There is, perhaps, no better match for Robbie Fowler to begin his stint in India than the Indian Super League‘s first-ever Kolkata derby. The fans of SC East Bengal and Robbie would know that there are few people more equipped to handle the heat of a derby than Fowler himself. So in this case, let’s try and play sensibly.” Fowler …

ISL 2020-21: 'Pity that No People in Stands', Says Hyderabad FC Coach Manuel Marquez
4 years, 1 month ago

ISL 2020-21: 'Pity that No People in Stands', Says Hyderabad FC Coach Manuel Marquez

News 18  

Hyderabad FC had a dreadful debut in the Indian Super League last season and it upto head coach Manuel Marquez to turn it around for them this season. In the bubble, we can’t meet too many people, we only get to spend time during food and such.” FIRST GAME PREPARATION Hyderabad begin their season against Odisha FC on Monday and …

ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal Rope in Psychologist Nicola McCalliog to Ensure Players' Mental Health
4 years, 1 month ago

ISL 2020-21: SC East Bengal Rope in Psychologist Nicola McCalliog to Ensure Players' Mental Health

News 18  

In a bid to ensure players are in good mental space during the 2020-21 Indian Super League season, SC East Bengal have roped in seasoned psychologist Nicola McCalliog. Nicola is currently part of the player welfare team as a consultant for several leading English Premier League clubs and SC East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler’s Education and Football Academy. ISL …

ISL 2020-21 news, SC East Bengal preview: Debuting with a rich legacy - ISL 2020 News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

ISL 2020-21 news, SC East Bengal preview: Debuting with a rich legacy - ISL 2020 News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

A club with a rich legacy of 100 years behind it, East Bengal is making its Indian Super League debut this season, becoming the 11th club to join the country’s top league. Despite its late entry, East Bengal has managed to stitch together an impressive side under Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler. RELATED | Strengths East Bengal has a good set …

IPL 2020: Wasim Jaffer asks MI to take ‘couple of years off’ in cheeky tweet after franchise's title win
4 years, 1 month ago

IPL 2020: Wasim Jaffer asks MI to take ‘couple of years off’ in cheeky tweet after franchise's title win

Firstpost  

Displaying the spirit of friendly competition, Kings XI Punjab batting coach Wasim Jaffer left an interesting tweet to congratulate Mumbai Indians after their fifth title triumph. To add to the glory of the victory, they also became the second team after Chennai Super Kings to successfully defend their title The Rohit Sharma-led side has been very strong throughout the season, …

SC East Bengal coach Fowler: Let’s put pressure on ATK Mohun Bagan
4 years, 1 month ago

SC East Bengal coach Fowler: Let’s put pressure on ATK Mohun Bagan

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal’s last-minute entry into the Indian Super League would work to its advantage when it takes on ATK Mohun Bagan this season, according to head coach Robbie Fowler. SC East Bengal kickstarts its maiden ISL campaign with the much-anticipated Kolkata derby against ATK Mohun Bagan on November 27 at the Tilak Maidan in Goa. East Bengal’s foray into …

East Bengal's Robbie Fowler talks ISL 2020, coaching style, famed Kolkata rivalry
4 years, 1 month ago

East Bengal's Robbie Fowler talks ISL 2020, coaching style, famed Kolkata rivalry

The Hindu  

SC East Bengal’s arrival in the Indian Super League has turned up the excitement quotient in the league. At the helm of the club’s affairs is a man who has seen the highest of highs in global football – former Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler. Q: It’s very interesting to note that the club has hired former Blackpool manager Terry McPhillips …

Coach Fowler wants East Bengal to play exciting football and win games
4 years, 2 months ago

Coach Fowler wants East Bengal to play exciting football and win games

The Hindu  

Newly-appointed East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler on Saturday said his team will play an exciting brand of football, relying on ball possession and short intricate passes, during the Indian Super League which begins on November 20. For me, the right way is playing with the ball at your feet, short sharp intricate passes, get the players moving and helping …

ISL: Robbie Fowler Ready for Kolkata Derby, Willing to Use Rivalry to Drive Players
4 years, 2 months ago

ISL: Robbie Fowler Ready for Kolkata Derby, Willing to Use Rivalry to Drive Players

News 18  

Newly-appointed East Bengal head coach Robbie Fowler feels that the staff will use the club’s famed rivalry with Mohun Bagan to motivate players. “It is a relatively new club coming into the ISL but we know about the history between East Bengal and Mohun Bagan in the I-League. We have been involved in various games throughout our careers and various …

Fowler keen on experiencing East Bengal-Mohun Bagan rivalry
4 years, 2 months ago

Fowler keen on experiencing East Bengal-Mohun Bagan rivalry

The Hindu  

Robbie Fowler, the former Liverpool legend, who was introduced as the coach of the Indian Super League debutant SC East Bengal said that he will leave no stone unturned to bring glory to the side. READ| Appearing in his first press conference, which was conducted on a virtual platform, Fowler said he had heard a lot about the long rivalry …

ISL: East Bengal appoint Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler as head coach
4 years, 2 months ago

ISL: East Bengal appoint Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler as head coach

India TV News  

Former England international and Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has been appointed the head coach of East Bengal for a two-year tenure, team's principal owner Hari Mohan Bangur said on Friday. "We have signed the contract last night and Robbie Fowler is expected to join the side directly in Goa within a week," Bangur, who has acquired a majority stake in …

ISL: East Bengal Appoint Liverpool Legend Robbie Fowler as Head Coach
4 years, 2 months ago

ISL: East Bengal Appoint Liverpool Legend Robbie Fowler as Head Coach

News 18  

Shree CementFormer England international and Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has been appointed the head coach of East Bengal for the next two years, team’s principal owner Hari Mohan Bangur said on Friday. “We have signed the contract last night and Robbie Fowler is expected to join the side directly in Goa within a week,” Bangur, who has acquired a majority …

ISL 2020-21: East Bengal names Robbie Fowler as head coach
4 years, 2 months ago

ISL 2020-21: East Bengal names Robbie Fowler as head coach

The Hindu  

East Bengal appointed former England international and Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler as the head coach for the next two years. "We are happy to appoint the legendary Robbie Fowler as the Head Coach for the Hero Indian Super League season. READ: East Bengal transfers sporting rights to its investor “Besides Robbie, we have appointed seven foreign coaches who have top-level …

East Bengal in talks with Robbie Fowler for coach role
4 years, 2 months ago

East Bengal in talks with Robbie Fowler for coach role

The Hindu  

East Bengal, which was recently inducted into the Indian Supeer League, has approached Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler to take over as head coach from the upcoming season. Former Indian footballer Renedy Singh is also likely to join East Bengal as an assistant coach. Everything will be clear soon.” Fowler, the Premier League’s seventh highest goal scorer of all-time with 163 …

'Hugely Motivating for all Indian Coaches': Venkatesh Shanmugan on AIFF's Idea of Indian Men's National Head Coach
4 years, 4 months ago

'Hugely Motivating for all Indian Coaches': Venkatesh Shanmugan on AIFF's Idea of Indian Men's National Head Coach

News 18  

Venkatesh Shanmugam, Assistant Coach of India Senior National Team feels it's "hugely motivating for all Indian coaches" to hear that the AIFF General Secretary Mr. Kushal Das saying that he "hopes in the next 5 years the national team is coached by an Indian coach." Speaking on the topic in a live chat with AIFF TV, Venkatesh, a former National …

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