The statement read, "There has been some misleading media narration over the team’s preparation in Doha wherein Head Coach Mr. Igor Stimac’s comments have been misinterpreted. The coach Stimac himself said, "There has been some misleading media narration over our team’s preparation in Doha wherein my comments have been misinterpreted. "The current pandemic situation is an unfortunate one, and there are certain health parameters which everyone needs to adhere to. While a World Cup qualification looks improbable for the Indian team, they could still advance to the Asian Cup qualifiers. India are currently at the fourth position in Group E, as they resume their qualifiers against the hosts Qatar in Doha on June 3.

Source: dna May 29, 2021 06:45 UTC