Under-17 World Cup
‘Indian football lags by a long way’
Each country has its own way of playing football, India should acknowledge and build on that.
‘Improved England not favourites’
England beat Brazil 3-1 in the semis while Spain conquered Mali by a similar scoreline.
Brazil look for consolation win
Striker Lassana N’Diaye’s six goals keep him in the mix for the Golden Boot, just behind Brewster.
FIFA Under-17 World Cup: History beckons Spain, England
The teen-aged players’ ability to rise to the magnitude of the occasion in front of a raucous Kolkata crowd might also play a part.
Bengal’s goal: World Cup football sweets kick off
Felu Modak is also planning out a ‘Memento Sandesh’, which will be like the football championship trophy.
Fifa U-17 World Cup: Jeakson Thounaojam heads into history
India were in with a chance as long they maintained their concentration and shape.
Paraguay sail into last-16
The African champions’ striker Ndiaye who scored against Paraguay was off colour in the first half.
Little Canaries have knockouts berth in sights
Barcelona academy player Abel Ruiz is also key but the striker needs to step up his performance. Spain’s major concern is defence.
FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Samba magic sinks Spain
Spain got the opener through an own goal by Brazilian fullback Wesley but Brazil overcame the initial jitters to kick-start their campaign in style.
Under-17 World Cup: Age cheats under scanner on global stage
With the absence of Nigeria, and with three-time winners Brazil weakened, the tournament is regarded as open and unpredictable.