#4 The squad can boast of an improved segment of foreign players
If we look back at the earlier seasons, the marquee players were one too many. From Nicolas Anelka to Freddie Ljungberg- it seemed like an Arsenal exodus. But none had the mettle to flourish at hitherto unknown conditions.
Ljungberg sat out the first season after a few brief appearances. Anelka turned coach but failed to impart the winning touch. This season, it has been the Diego Forlan show. The Uruguayan has changed the dynamics of a struggling team to genuine title contenders.
He has scored, assisted and kept the opposition goalkeeper busy with numerous attempts. He has refused to bow down in difficult conditions. Being a core professional, Forlan has given his every bit for his new side.
The result is there for the rest of the teams to see. The support he has received from the pack of domestic and other foreigners has been beyond reproach. Argentine Matias Defederico has been exceptionally brilliant, partnering Forlan up front. The dual forward strategy has reaped massive benefits for the team. They have bagged the record for inflicting the biggest defeat when they pumped 5 goals past FC Pune City.
