Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra extends his best wishes to the Indian football team as they embark on their AFC Asian Cup campaign, commencing on Saturday, January 13. The Blue Tigers find themselves in a challenging group alongside powerhouses Australia, whom they’ll face in the opening match, as well as Uzbekistan and Syria. This marks India’s fifth Asian Cup campaign, and anticipation is building.
“Hello everyone, from my side I wish all the best to the Indian football team for the AFC Asian Cup. I hope your preparations are going very well and I request all Indians to support their team because they have worked very hard and will do very well. Thank you so much,” said Neeraj in the video.
In a video shared by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Instagram, the renowned javelin thrower expresses his hope that the team’s preparations have been meticulous. Neeraj encourages supporters to rally behind the team, acknowledging their dedicated efforts to excel in the tournament. As the nation gears up for this football spectacle, Neeraj Chopra’s well-wishing words add to the positive momentum surrounding India’s journey in the AFC Asian Cup.