Millions for Messi, Zero for Indian Football? Jhingan Questions | First Sports With Rupha Ramani
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Lionel Messi’s India tour drew massive crowds, celebrity moments and global attention—but once the lights dimmed, uncomfortable questions remained. As fans celebrated the GOAT’s visit, Indian football star Sandesh Jhingan delivered a powerful reality check: why can India spend crores on spectacle, but hesitate to invest in its own football ecosystem? With the ISL in limbo, grassroots struggling and players uncertain about the future, Rupha Ramani breaks down how Messi’s visit exposed a deeper problem—India’s love for football may be real, but its commitment to nurturing the sport is still missing.
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