New Delhi [India], Kerala Blasters goalkeeper Nora Fernandes has stated that she wants to win all the trophies available with the club in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Kerala Blasters FC remains committed to strengthening every sector of the field to build a formidable team capable of challenging for titles in the upcoming season.
After the departures of Karanjit Singh and Lara Sharma, the Indian Super League (ISL) team got young goalkeeper Som Kumar and added Nora Fernandes as their third goalkeeper, along with Sachin Suresh.
The 25-year-old goalkeeper has signed a three-year contract with the Blasters.
Fernandes enjoyed a stellar season with I-League side Aizawl FC, featuring in 17 matches and demonstrating his potential and sharp movement inside the box. The Goa-born goalkeeper recorded five clean sheets in the 2023-24 I-League season.
Now focused on winning major titles with the club, Fernandes shared his thoughts in an exclusive interview with Kerala Blasters FC, discussing his move, his goals with the team and more.
"It's a great opportunity for me to sign with Kerala Blasters FC. They gave me this opportunity so I have to thank them," said Fernandes after signing a multi-year contract with the Blasters.
The unwavering support of Kerala Blasters FC fans has made playing in front of the Yellow Sea a dream for the players. Fernandes gushed about her excitement to showcase her skills before the enthusiastic crowd in Kochi.
Speaking in context, the goalkeeper was quoted as saying by ISL: "Kerala Blasters FC has a lot of fans and they are all very good here in Kerala."
"They (Kerala Blasters FC) have a huge fan base and I am looking forward to playing in front of them," she added.
The Blasters came close to clinching titles under Ivan Vukomanovic, but fell short. With the new management, they are determined to achieve their first titles. Fernandes also has his sights set on winning trophies with the club. He is committed to giving his all and showing his potential to lead his team to success.
"I have to win all the trophies with this club and I have to give my best," said the goalkeeper.
Kerala Blasters FC continued their trend of signing young prodigies ahead of the upcoming ISL 2024-25 season. Apart from Fernandes, they have got the signatures of R. Lalthanmawia, Likmabam Rakesh, Naocha Singh and Som Kumar.
Under the guidance of Mikael Stahre, the Blasters aim to build a core group of youngsters, giving players like Fernandes a platform to showcase his talents on the biggest stage.
The goalkeeper considers it a privilege to have opportunities like this at his age and is delighted to share a dressing room with such a talented group of players.
"As far as I'm concerned, it seems like Kerala Blasters FC have signed all the youngsters like me. So it will be good for me to play with them," he said.
Fernandes narrated how his father has played a pivotal role in his career, continually protecting him through thick and thin and guiding him along the path to success.
Sharing the profound impact his father has had on his journey, Fernandes said: "My biggest inspiration is my father. He guides me all the time. He used to take me to the ground and he has shown me how the best players play and how they play. "It motivated me to give my best," concluded Fernandes.
Kerala Blasters FC remains committed to strengthening every sector of the field to build a formidable team capable of challenging for titles in the upcoming season.
After the departures of Karanjit Singh and Lara Sharma, the Indian Super League (ISL) team got young goalkeeper Som Kumar and added Nora Fernandes as their third goalkeeper, along with Sachin Suresh.
The 25-year-old goalkeeper has signed a three-year contract with the Blasters.
Fernandes enjoyed a stellar season with I-League side Aizawl FC, featuring in 17 matches and demonstrating his potential and sharp movement inside the box. The Goa-born goalkeeper recorded five clean sheets in the 2023-24 I-League season.
Now focused on winning major titles with the club, Fernandes shared his thoughts in an exclusive interview with Kerala Blasters FC, discussing his move, his goals with the team and more.
"It's a great opportunity for me to sign with Kerala Blasters FC. They gave me this opportunity so I have to thank them," said Fernandes after signing a multi-year contract with the Blasters.
The unwavering support of Kerala Blasters FC fans has made playing in front of the Yellow Sea a dream for the players. Fernandes gushed about her excitement to showcase her skills before the enthusiastic crowd in Kochi.
Speaking in context, the goalkeeper was quoted as saying by ISL: "Kerala Blasters FC has a lot of fans and they are all very good here in Kerala."
"They (Kerala Blasters FC) have a huge fan base and I am looking forward to playing in front of them," she added.
The Blasters came close to clinching titles under Ivan Vukomanovic, but fell short. With the new management, they are determined to achieve their first titles. Fernandes also has his sights set on winning trophies with the club. He is committed to giving his all and showing his potential to lead his team to success.
"I have to win all the trophies with this club and I have to give my best," said the goalkeeper.
Kerala Blasters FC continued their trend of signing young prodigies ahead of the upcoming ISL 2024-25 season. Apart from Fernandes, they have got the signatures of R. Lalthanmawia, Likmabam Rakesh, Naocha Singh and Som Kumar.
Under the guidance of Mikael Stahre, the Blasters aim to build a core group of youngsters, giving players like Fernandes a platform to showcase his talents on the biggest stage.
The goalkeeper considers it a privilege to have opportunities like this at his age and is delighted to share a dressing room with such a talented group of players.
"As far as I'm concerned, it seems like Kerala Blasters FC have signed all the youngsters like me. So it will be good for me to play with them," he said.
Fernandes narrated how his father has played a pivotal role in his career, continually protecting him through thick and thin and guiding him along the path to success.
Sharing the profound impact his father has had on his journey, Fernandes said: "My biggest inspiration is my father. He guides me all the time. He used to take me to the ground and he has shown me how the best players play and how they play. "It motivated me to give my best," concluded Fernandes.
