After that, they will go to Doha to train at Aspire Academy for their final preparation before Indian Super League.

On 16 August 2018, they started their first phase of pre-season with Indian players in Kolkata under the watchful eyes of assistant coach Mridul Banerjee.

On 5 September 2018, They flew to Doha to train at Aspire Academy.

Where they played three friendly games with local UAE clubs.

[3] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.