Indian Team Didn’t Win the U-17 World Cup, But Won Hearts: PM Modi

Modi said there was excitement among players as well as spectators during such a big tournament.

The Indian team may not have won the cup but the youngsters have won the hearts of everyone, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday, 29 October, about the FIFA Under-17 World Cup which ended in Kolkata on Saturday, 28 October.

He congratulated England for winning the World Cup while stating that all teams had displayed their best talent during the tournament held in India for the first time.

In his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Modi referred to some other recent sports events like the Asia Cup (hockey) and Denmark Open (badminton) and hailed India's victory in these competitions.

India won the Asia Cup after 10 years, while K Srikanth won the Denmark Open after emerging victorious in Indonesia Open and Australia Open, he noted.

Turning to FIFA Under-17, he said there was excitement among the players as well as spectators during such a big tournament.

The World Cup was hosted successfully and all the teams displayed their best talent. India may not have won the cup but the Indian youngsters have won the hearts of everyone.

Narendra Modi, Prime Minister

Congratulations to the youngsters from England on winning the #FIFAU17WC. I also congratulate Spain for a spirited game. @FIFAcom

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 29, 2017

#FIFAU17WC was a celebration of football, witnessing wonderful games. India was honoured & delighted to host the tournament. @FIFAcom

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 29, 2017

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