Indian Prime Minister discusses FIFA U17 World Cup

As the whole nation of India is busy promoting the beautiful game and trying to get global attention in the sport, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the FIFA U-17 World Cup that is set to kick-off in India next year on his national talk show ‘Mann Ki Baat’ (The Mind’s Opinion).

The Prime Minister addressed the Indian people on the need and importance of growth of different sports in India and that football is one the popularity of which is growing day by day. After getting an overwhelming response in the first two seasons of the Indian Super League and hosting the Premier League’s themed fan park, Barclays Premier League Live

Chelsea would be wrong to let go of Guus Hiddink

After a disastrous start to the season, Chelsea acquired the services of Guus Hiddink for the second time in order to sort out their campaign. Though there has been no official confirmation from the club, it seems that Hiddink will by replaced by Italy manager Antonio Conte after the European Championship is concluded.

Hiddink’s first stint at Chelsea came after the sacking of Luiz Felipe Scolari in 2009. Juggling his duties with the Blues with his job as Russia manager, he stay in London was a short one, as he departed at the end of the season. He enjoyed success during his short stay at Stamford Bridge, winning the FA Cup, whilst restoring Chelsea to a respectable position in the league. Meanwhile, Russia had failed to qualify for the 2010 World Cup.

Its make or break for Manchester United this week

The Red Devils will be locking horns with two of their fiercest rivals later this week, facing Liverpool in the Europa League round of 16 2nd leg and cross town rivals Manchester City in a Premier League showdown this Sunday.

Both these games would test van Gaal’s men’s ability to be in the elite group of the world’s most reknowned football clubs.

United are to host Mersyside outfit Liverpool at Old Trafford this Thursday for a 2nd leg game in the Europa League round of 16 which would be their only second meeting in European competitions. The Scousers come into this game with a 2 goal advantage over their long time rivals with a 2-0 home victory in the first leg.