ATK Mohun Bagan head coach Antonio Lopez Habas has interacted with the media ahead of his side's Indian Super League (ISL) final clash with Mumbai City FC on Saturday.
Habas talked about the Islanders, ATK Mohun Bagan's playing style and his admiration for Sergio Lobero. Here are the edited excerpts:
ATK Mohun Bagan FC lost 1-0 and 2-0 to Mumbai City FC in the league fixtures. But Habas thinks the two results won't have any bearing on the summit clash.
ATK Mohun Bagan FC have been overly defensive and resolute at the back this season. But the Mariners played an attacking brand of football in the second leg of their semi-final meeting with NorthEast United FC.
Habas insisted that ATK Mohun Bagan's game plan changes according to the situation. In this regard, he said:
Mumbai City FC finished above ATK Mohun Bagan FC in the league table and punched their ticket to the AFC Champions League. The two teams were level on points, but the Islanders had a better head-to-head record and goal difference.
Habas went on to explain why ATK Mohun Bagan could be in a beneficial position in the final.
Antonio Lopez Habas spoke highly of Sergio Lobera and the threat Mumbai City FC pose from set-piece situations.
Habas then went on to explain why several youngsters in the ATK Mohun Bagan FC squad have struggled for game time this season.
ATK Mohun Bagan FC will face Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) final on Saturday at 07.30 PM IST.