The head coach of the Indian men's football team, Igor Stimac, has expressed his view that the upcoming Asian Cup in Doha shouldn't be deemed as a significant tournament for the national team. Stimac cited the absence of a proper national camp as a crucial factor, a sentiment that might stir some discontent within the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
Stimac had advocated for a minimum of four weeks of preparation in a national camp leading up to the premier continental competition starting on January 12. However, the scheduling conflict with the first phase of the Indian Super League (ISL), extending until December 29, poses a challenge as clubs are unlikely to release their players for an extended training camp.
