Asamoah Gyan has revealed the joy he feels, after marking his competitive debut for NorthEast United in the Indian Super League opener on Monday. 

The Ghanaian international lasted 89 minutes as his side played out a goalless draw with champions Bengaluru.

The 33-year-old who joined in the summer as a free agent is expected to improve the fortunes of the Highlanders in the ongoing campaign.

“Its a good game. We knew we were playing against a tough side and we had one point here. I think its a good result for us,” Gyan said

“Its a very good start. We had a couple of chances that we could have won the game. But this is football.

“This is the first game and so we’re looking forward to the next game.

“I got here exactly like one month and have a lot of work to do with my fitness. I know the team started two months before I came.

“I am getting used to the players, I am getting used to everything. This is the first game like I said and I will just go home and work on my fitness level.

” I can’t wait. It will be very good to play infront of our home fans. They came here to support us and so when are playing at home, we have to make them happy.”