As the coveted Subroto Cup came to a close today, we bring to you a picture story which chronicles the day’s happenings from Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi.
#1 Air Force got the day off to a glittering start
The Air Force band displayed all its splendour in an amazing drill to kik off proceedings.
#2 Players were greeted to a full house
A capacity audience was present well before the start of the game.
#3 Pele goes around the field
Here the legendary Pele is seen being escorted around the field in an open van.
#4 Nijwa Muchahary pulls off a Klose
After converting from the spot and sealing the result, Nijwa Muchahary pulled off one somersault after the other. Reminsicent of Miroslav Klose’s celebrations from the World Cup, the crowd seemed to be in awe of the falmboyant youngster.
#5 Coach Pinto was adjudged best in the tournament
Floyd Pinto led the young AIFF boys commendably and was deservedly bestowed with the Best Coach Award in the Under 17 category of the tournament.