Q/ Craig Fulton has been coach for a few months. How has the team adjusted to his style of coaching?
A/ It is about how quickly the players can adjust to the new coach on the field. We have faced no difficulty in doing so; it is just that we have added one or two aspects to the structure [of play]. Overall, it has been a positive experience.
He is an experienced coach; he was with the Belgium team [as assistant coach] and he shares his [learnings] from his journey. This is good for the players and we are trying to adopt everything as quickly as we can.
Q/ One of the main tactical shifts under Fulton has been the focus on defence. How successful has this shift been for you?
A/ No matter how many chances you create up front, a silly mistake in the back can cost you a goal. Earlier, the mentality was that only the defence line would defend; now everyone starting from the forwards are involved in the process. All the players are now actively thinking of what their responsibilities are when they do not have the ball.
Q/ You have additional responsibility as captain. You took over the role from Manpreet Singh, who is still in the team. How was that shift, how does a team come together?
A/ For me and the team, we have the mentality that there is no captain. Everyone who is on the field is a leader in himself. There are times when I might not be doing well and someone comes up to me and tells me to keep going. That gets me motivated.
This story is from the September 17, 2023 edition of THE WEEK India.
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