Bengaluru : Indian footballers Jeje Lalpekhlua and Jackichand Singh on Monday said the army training which the players underwent here as a new concept in team building exercise has inspired and taught them a lesson to remain united while taking on the opponents.
“It was unique for us. The sacrifices made by the Army inspired us,” Jackichand told reporters here.
“It was a wonderful experience. We saw our Jawans doing it with ease. That motivated us and we completed the 21-barrier course. We are well a big happy family,” Jeje added.
Indian footballers underwent army training as a new concept in team building exercise as the part of preparations for the 2018 World Cup Preliminary Joint Qualification match against Oman on June 11.
The training exercise took place at the Army Service Corps Centre here where the Indian players were put through obstacle courses consisting of 21 different barriers and also team building recreational games.
Talking about the tough battle ahead, Jackichand said it will be a very difficult match against Oman, but the team was ready.
