Marquee player analysis ahead of the second ISL season
The first edition of the Indian Super League saw many big names like David Trezeguet, Alessandro Del Piero, Robert Pires, Fredrik Ljungberg, Luis Garcia etc playing infront of packed Indian crowds as Marquee players. Some clicked while others were warmed the bench on most occasions. The likes of Elano finished with the golden boot award while Fredrik Ljungberg could only play his part in four matches.The second edition saw the franchises doing their homework properly and roping in younger and fitter names. Some teams have made smart buys keeping their budget intact while others have splashed big money to get star names.We analyze the signings of each and every team, as at the end of the day their presence will make a huge difference to them.
#1 Roberto Carlos
Everyone knows what Roberto Carlos did during his distinguished career and what he brings to the table is quite extraordinary. He has redefined physics in football; the entire world would keenly wait for his banana free kicks which use to be a treat to everyone’s eyes. He is taking over from another footballing great in Alessandro Del Piero.
But Roberto Carlos then and now is a huge difference. It has been three years that he has played a competitive football match and has donned the manager hat lately. He doesn’t have quick legs anymore and will he able to put to generate those breath-taking free-kicks needs to be seen.
Age is not on his side, at 42, he might be successful as a manager but with respect to playing football he looks miles apart as there is a huge increase in playing quality this year. Roped in as a player cum manager, his huge experience would really help Delhi Dynamos on sidelines but when it comes to playing he might struggle to match the other younger guys in the field.