1. India hosting U-17 football world cup Top sporting moments in Indian sport | Top sporting moments in 2017
This was by far the biggest football tournament in the country. India made their World Cup debut in any event organized by FIFA. This will be one of the top sporting moments in Indian sport. The fact that they have never played in the sport’s showpiece event has been a sore point not just for footballers but for other athletes and fans. In a cricket crazy nation, the occurrence of such a high-profile football tournament will definitely popularize the sport in this part of the world. Top sporting moments in Indian sport
The rising tricolor and the melody of national anthem, filled every Indian with pride and joy. India’s journey was only till the group stage but the host nation won many hearts in the process. This event may well influence the young generation, giving hope of India’s bright future in football. Read : Indian Football : Is it lack of infrastructure or something else depleting the progress ?