ISL: Chennaiyin FC's John Gregory looking forward on FC Goa encounter

Two-time ISL champions Chennaiyin FC will go up against FC Goa on Wednesday night. English coach, John Gregory, painted a disappointing figure as the Chennai-based franchise finished in the last position in the ISL last season as they failed to defend their title. In a recent interview with Indian media, Gregory admitted that the upcoming season opener against FC Goa will be the best way to test his team at the start of their 2019-20 domestic campaign. Here is what John Gregory had to say about the ISL 2018-19 runner-ups. 

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ISL: John Gregory talks up FC Goa match

At the pre-match press conference, John Gregory said that, Goa have a team that’s very settled for a long time. Under Sergio (Lobera) for two seasons, they almost had the same squad. The one or two adjustments that they made have only made them a better team. There’s no game more difficult than a first away game against Goa.

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John Gregory went on to praise the likes of new signings - Edwin Vanspaul and Lallianzuala Chhangte ahead of their ISL opener. He also singled out the Anirudh Thapa, whom the former opined will play a crucial role in Chennaiyin's domestic campaign over the course of the season. Will John Gregory and Co. start ISL 2019-20 with a win or will the Gaurs bag all three points in front of the home crowd at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa. 

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