After Fifa U-17 World Cup, a look at what needs to be done for the women's game in India
The Fifa U-17 Women’s World Cup journey was over in three matches for team India. It was always bound to be tough, but the manner of the ouster and the performances left much to be desired, raising questions of the administration too.
The group when drawn – USA, Brazil, Morocco, and India – did raise some eyebrows. India were dealt a tough hand. To put up a competitive side good enough to compete, not win – just compete – was going to be a tall task and so it proved.
The games were largely one-sided with India struggling to cross the half line. The passing accuracies in the three games – 38%, 49% and 42% – were one of the indicators that the Blue Tigresses were found wanting at this level.
With the World Cup now done for the hosts, a look forward to the future is in store. What can India learn from this? Where can we do better? Read More...