World Cup Hosts: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey Eager to HOST World Cup in India- Check Out

World Cup Hosts: India Hosting World Cup: Before the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup final, Kalyan Chaubey expressed his ambition to organize a FIFA World Cup in India. He added that he will discuss the matter with FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Chaubey has lofty ambitions for Indian football, with a focus on infrastructure development and women’s football. As the AIFF’s first footballer president, all eyes are on him as he strives to pull Indian football out of its recent mess. Follow InsideSport.IN For Indian Football updates.

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“We have asked for an appointment with the prime minister or home minister so that the FIFA president can discuss the possibility of India hosting a FIFA World Cup, as and when it is possible to do that.” Kalyan Chaubey told The WEEK.

After a relatively one-sided election on September 2, Kalyan Chaubey was put into the job of president of the All India Football Federation. Former India Captain Bhaichung Bhutia was defeated 33-1 by the former India goalkeeper. The 45-year-top old’s focus was ensuring the successful hosting of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, which began on October 11. The competition, which ran until October 30, taking place in Bhubaneshwar, Goa, and Navi Mumbai.

World Cup Hosts: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey Eager to HOST World Cup in India, says ‘Will discuss Possibility of India Hosting World Cup with FIFA President’ – Check Out

Earlier Indian hosted the FIFA u17 Men’s World Cup in 2017 followed by the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup this year. Speaking on the experience of hosting the two high-intensity clash, Kalyan Chaubey stated:

“This is an opportunity for the government of India and state governments… hosting such an important event. That, too, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi says ‘beti padhao beti bachao….’ I am confident that with the support of the local organising committee, FIFA, the government of India and the sports ministry, we will conduct this well. I am confident [the chief ministers] will put their best foot forward and ensure the tournament is conducted successfully.” said Kalyan Chaubey on the FIFA u17 Women’s World Cup.

🚨 | AIFF Prez Kalyan Chaubey confirms to THE WEEK that India is exploring the possibility of hosting FIFA World Cup :

“FIFA president will be here for U17 WWC finals, we have asked for an appointment with Prime Minister to discuss the possibility, as and when it is possible.” pic.twitter.com/3ri2UwbyEW

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“The country is not the old India. If you see MNCs at top level, many have Indians as bosses; we have top scientists, scientists who have made Covid-19 vaccine and we have shared those with other countries. The kids playing now [are getting more] exposure matches. I am confident that though [we are behind], we will make up for it. “ he further added.

World Cup Hosts: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey Eager to HOST World Cup in India, says ‘Will discuss Possibility of India Hosting World Cup with FIFA President’ – Check Out

After the tournament, Chaubey’s major priority will be to get the AIFF house in order, with both the Supreme Court and FIFA on his tail over the federation’s constitution and operation. Chaubey has ambitious goals for Indian football, with a particular emphasis on infrastructure, grassroots, and women’s football. Speaking on the lack of proper football infrastructure in India and his place to bring about a change, the President was quoted saying:

“We have been saying for quite long that grassroots development is essential. We generally scout and train kids when they are under 12 or under 15. There should be a system at the age of six. But, here we learn from age 12. So we are six years behind the global standard. Focus on tapping kids at the age of six, and teach them basics like passing and receiving. If you focus on grassroots, you will get players whose basics are sound. And then you can go for competitive matches, bring in foreign coaches, etc.”

“But, what was happening is that we bring in foreign coaches, but our boys are not prepared to execute the strategies set by these coaches because their basics are not strong. We need to work on basics.”

“I met the FIFA president and the Qatar FA president. Qatar has world-class sports infrastructure. AIFF has signed an agreement with QFA to use their advanced infrastructure, if needed.” he added.

World Cup Hosts: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey Eager to HOST World Cup in India, says ‘Will discuss Possibility of India Hosting World Cup with FIFA President’ – Check Out

Kalyan Chaubey concluded his statements by asserting immense confidence in the National Team and his technical committee who had earlier convened to discuss some major changes in the course ahead for Indian Football. He was seen stating:

“Our technical committee met . They spoke on policies and execution. I am sure our technical committee, with the likes of I.M. Vijayan, will come up with some plan and advise us on how the team should move ahead. Vijayan bhai has done lots for Indian football. He is an idol for many. The entire team is good. It will work collectively for Indian football.” he concluded.