Pune FC's India International Arata Izumi has pulled his left hamstring in a round nine I-League clash against Bengaluru FC and will be out for the two International friendlies against Philippines and Nepal on November 15 and 19 respectively.
Arata will be replaced by Salgaocar midfielder Rocus Lamare.
The Indian senior national team will be practicing at the SESA Football Academy.
The players, who are being coached by Dutchman Wim Koevermans, are assembling today in Goa.