FIFA U17 World Cup: 5 positives that India can take from their defeat to USA

#2 Dheeraj Moirangthem the custodian

The Indian goalie made some brilliant saves last night

India would have suffered a much heavier defeat had it not been for the presence of Dheeraj Moirangthem between the sticks. The 17-year-old lad from Manipur made some terrific saves throughout the game.

It took only three minutes before USA took their first shot on goal but Dheeraj produced a sensational save to deny Andrew Carleton and made another save in the fifth minute. The teenager’s brilliant performance in goal was making it difficult for the likes of Josh Sargent and Ayo Akinola to pose much of a threat.

Moirangthem’s performance was also praised by the American coach. Hence, India should be thankful that they have quite a reliable keeper who can rise to the occasion during the remaining group games.