Roca confident of Bengaluru's chances in upcoming home fixture

Thu, 28 Oct, 2021

Roca confident of Bengaluru's chances in upcoming home fixture

Johor Bahru: The tactical adaptability of JSW Bengaluru FC players has left their head coach Albert Roca quietly confident of his team’s chances in the AFC Cup semi-final second leg following their 1-1 draw away at Johor Darul Ta’zim on Wednesday.

Eugeneson Lyngdoh’s stunning shot from outside the box cancelled out a Jorge Pererya Diaz header goal as the Indian champions gave the 18,410 home fans an almighty with their high-pressing game and determination.

“My intention is not to give the first leg to them,” said Roca. “I know we are playing at the home of the champions and they have good strikers.

“Thus we have to adjust and not to give them space, especially from the back. I am proud of my players because it is not easy for them to adjust to new tactics from last week.