Expanding international ties. Our new strategic partner is India. I flew on an official visit 😊
A very busy, productive trip.
Meetings at the highest level—government organizations, the leadership of the All India Football Federation.
The Indians are very interested in our experience and speak highly of the level of Russian football. Back in Soviet times, our national team regularly participated in the biggest international tournament held in India—the Jawaharlal Nehru Cup—and won it four times. That’s why Russian football is still remembered and highly respected here.
By the way, we and the Indian side plan to revive this tournament! It will most likely be called the Prime Minister’s Cup, which shows the high status India wants to give to this competition.