East Bengal FC head coach Antonio Lopez Habas launched a scathing attack on the Inter Kashi management after his side secured a commanding 5-1 victory over the club in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Friday.

Despite the emphatic result at Pune’s Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Habas’ post-match comments were dominated by his anger over the alleged non-payment of players and coaching staff from last season.

The Spanish tactician, who has fond memories of his time associated with the Inter Kashi squad and its support staff during his coaching days at the club, expressed deep disappointment with the club’s board for allegedly failing to clear outstanding dues before bringing in a new group of players and staff this season.

“I have very fond memories of my players and the support staff. I am absolutely furious with the Club board, and with those who allow it to sign 22 players without having paid many of the players and the members of the coaching staff, what they are owed under last season’s contracts,” Habas said.

The East Bengal coach appeared visibly angry and disappointed while addressing the issue, making it clear that his frustration stemmed from the treatment of people who had worked for the club during the previous campaign.