Singapore/IBNS, Oct. 7 -- Interim Singapore national football coach Gavin Lee has emphasised consistency, discipline, and self-belief as the key pillars guiding the Lions ahead of their upcoming AFC qualifying double-header against India.

The 34-year-old tactician, who stepped into the interim role earlier this year following Tsutomu Ogura's departure, has unveiled a 26-member squad for what he called a "crucial" pair of fixtures - though he noted that the term was "relative" given the team's long-term goals.

"Every team in the group believes it has an opportunity to qualify," Lee told Connected To India. "No one can take anything for granted. India may feel more pressure given their position, but Singapore's approach will be to remain ...