We are trying to implement a quicker passing game: Thomas Dennerby

New Delhi: India U-17 womens football head coach Thomas Dennerby wants his charges to try and imbibe a quicker passing game as they get ready for the U-17 World Cup slated to be played in the country in November.

The team, as part of their preparation, have travelled to Turkey where they play two friendly matches against the Romanian U-17 team. “We are trying to put in a new formation — the 4-2-3-1. If you look at the profile of the players we have, I feel it suits us very well. We have played some games amongst ourselves but the real test is to test it at the international level. To do that will be a very significant test for us,” Dennerby was quoted as saying by www.the-aiff.com.

“It’s for all to see that with every given day, the game is getting quicker and quicker. We are trying to implement a quicker passing game with lesser touches on the ball, and more running. We are making a sincere effort to play at a higher pace.

“The girls are much fitter now, and are quite adept in playing at a higher pace. The good thing is that the gap between the best players and the rest, both in terms of technical acumen, and physical prowess is getting closer,” he said.

“That is a very positive sign for any coach. Currently there is a big fight - a healthy competition among the players for slots in the team. As a result, the team is benefiting, Indian football is benefiting.” IANS

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