The sacking of Gerard Nus, youngest coach in the ISL at 35, took many by surprise. The former NorthEast United FC coach was the toast of the league at the start when his side punched above its weight to remain unbeaten in six matches. He was leading David’s fight against the Goliaths, until his sacking. Now back home in Barcelona, Nus has continued to watch ISL but still cannot figure out why he was sacked. He spoke exclusively to TOI…
What were your first impressions about the Indian Super League?
I really like the league. To be honest, I was familiar even when I didn’t work here. I was familiar because I had a lot of friends who worked here, either as coach or player. When I decided to come to India, the feeling was positive.
Have you been watching the ISL at home?
Yes, I’ve watched pretty much all the games.
Were you surprised that you were sacked after just 11 matches?
I was really surprised, wasn’t expecting that. At the beginning (with the club), we spoke about a long-term…
What were your first impressions about the Indian Super League?
I really like the league. To be honest, I was familiar even when I didn’t work here. I was familiar because I had a lot of friends who worked here, either as coach or player. When I decided to come to India, the feeling was positive.
Have you been watching the ISL at home?
Yes, I’ve watched pretty much all the games.
Were you surprised that you were sacked after just 11 matches?
I was really surprised, wasn’t expecting that. At the beginning (with the club), we spoke about a long-term…
