AIFF splurged ₹16 lakh for an astrologer to “motivate” the nationwide males’s group, which confirmed its berth within the 24-team AFC Asian Cup Final
AIFF splurged ₹16 lakh for an astrologer to “motivate” the nationwide males’s group, which confirmed its berth within the 24-team AFC Asian Cup Final
Did astrology play a task in nationwide soccer group’s current success on the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers? Well, it appears the All India Football Federation (AIFF) did make an effort to have the celebrities aligned.
It has come to gentle that AIFF splurged ₹16 lakh on an astrology company which it had employed to “motivate” the nationwide group aspect, which confirmed its berth within the 24-team AFC Asian Cup Final. The Sunil Chhteri-led aspect topped the Group to qualify.
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“A motivator was appointed for the National team ahead of the Asian Cup. Later on, it came to light that the company which was engaged, was an astrological firm,” a group insider advised PTI.
“Plainly-speaking, an astrologer was appointed to motivate the team. Huge payment to the tune of ₹16 lakh was made,” the supply claimed.
Three classes with the group
The astrological agency apparently took three classes with the Blue Tigers however a Kolkata-based participant mentioned: “At least I’ve not heard of this as I joined the team late.” Sunando Dhar, who’s the appearing AIFF normal secretary, was not obtainable for feedback.
Former India goalkeeper Tanumoy Bose ridiculed the thought and hit out on the AIFF for changing into a laughing inventory.
“At a time when the AIFF repeatedly failed to conduct proper youth leagues, and many prestigious tournaments were forced to shut down, incidents like this will further tarnish the image of Indian football,” Mr. Bose advised PTI.
He additional mentioned it was only a “smoke screen” for the reason that AIFF officers are fairly able to utilizing the cash to sponsor their upcoming international journeys.
“The CoA must go deep into this appalling incident and find out who all are responsible behind it. There are many scams waiting to see the light of the day,” he added.
The Supreme Court had final month appointed a three-member Committee of Administrators (CoA) to handle the affairs of AIFF, ending Praful Patel’s lengthy rein on the helm.
Indian soccer and black magic
Black magic shouldn’t be new to Indian soccer. One Delhi-based membership as soon as had roped in a Meerut-based ‘Baba’ for a key league match and after their triumph, the group credited its success to him.
The Sunil Chhetri-led aspect recorded its best-ever Asian Cup marketing campaign because the talismanic ahead led from the entrance with 4 targets from three matches to take the nationwide group to the Finals.
India started their marketing campaign with a 2-0 win over Cambodia after which they secured last-gasp 2-1 victory over Afghanistan earlier than beating Hong Kong 4-0 to qualify as group toppers.
Source: www.thehindu.com
