Two tough tests await India in their upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying clashes with the Blue Tigers set to lock horns with Oman and Qatar first up in their Round two campaign.
While the clashes against Oman and the reigning AFC Asian Cup champions will pose a stern test for Igor Stimac’s men, they can take some comfort from the knowledge that the fitness levels of the team have considerably improved since the Croatian’s arrival.
India have been found wanting in the fitness department in recent years with the team’s levels dropping considerably in the second-half of games.