East Bengal's Redemption Quest: AFC Challenge Clash with Paro FC

East Bengal embarks on the AFC Challenge League campaign facing Bhutan's Paro FC. After six consecutive losses in the Indian Super League, they aim for redemption and a strategic reset. With Paro in top form, East Bengal eyes continental success amid challenges like high altitude and turf conditions.

East Bengal is gearing up for their AFC Challenge League opener against Bhutan's in-form Paro FC on Saturday, after a challenging start to their Indian Super League season.

With six successive defeats, the Super Cup champions seek to redefine their form in Group A, which includes competitors like Lebanon's Nejmeh SC and Bangladesh's Bashundhara Kings. Paro FC poses a significant challenge, leading the Bhutan Premier League with an unbeaten streak.

East Bengal's interim coach, Bino George, emphasized their preparedness despite the absence of newly appointed Coach Oscar Bruzon, hoping to leverage Bruzon's strategic insights to guide the team to success in this continental endeavor.

(With inputs from agencies.)