Since its inception, football has always moved for ward at breakneck pace. Here are the rising stars to look out for and the upcoming matches for India
SUPPORT TEAM INDIA
India will feature in three international friendlies this year, followed by the SAFF Cup. The schedule for the national team is:
- June 1 at Craven Cottage (L ondon) – India vs Bangladesh
- June 4 at Craven Cottage ( L ondon) – India vs Pakistan
- September 10 at a location not yet decided – India vs Malaysia
- September 20 to October 2 at Nepal – India will compete as defending champions i n the South Asia n Football Federation Championship
(SAFF Cup)
FOOTBALL’S NEXT STARS
While Messi and Ronaldo have become household names for every man, woman and child, the world will be in awe as a new set of footballers will showcase their talent at Brazil in the 2014 World Cup.
MARIO GOTZE (20)
As if it wasn’t enough to stun the world with his talent, Gotze left everyone gaping when he announced his high profile transfer to Bayern Munich.
NEYMAR (21)
This Brazilian is a treat to watch. He scores whenever he wants and can pull off tricks that make his opponents look stupid.
RAPHAEL VARANE (20)
The rare occurrence of a versatile defender, Varane was spotted by none other than Zinedine Zidane and will definitely make his mentor proud.
JACK WILSHERE (21) A
midfielder who is strong as a tiger and has the heart and courage to go along, Wilshere is a godsend for an ailing England team.
STEPHEN EL SHAARAWY (20)
Swift like a fox in the box, El Shaarawy always looks to have more ability than any opposition can handle.
CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN (21)
Denmark may not be the best in the world but they have a game winner in Eriksen who has magical feet which the ball sticks to.
EDEN HAZARD (22)
The scariest fact for Hazard’s opposition is knowing that he can do damage at the tender age of 22 and will continue to do so for much longer.
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