We will play to win, will fight till the end: Amarjit
Amarjit asserted that he will stamp his authority when the need arises.
“I speak when it is needed, I don’t speak unnecessarily. I don’t mince words . There is no particular philosophy of my captaincy. In fact, I want everyone to be a captain in their own right and dominate their part of the pitch,” he said.
Asked if India can give a tough competition against the likes of USA, Colombia and Ghana in Group A, Amarjit said India will dish out a performance worthy of a side hosting a FIFA event. “Every team in the World Cup poses challenges of its own. We respect our opponents and they will be tough competitors. But we will play to win and will fight on the pitch till the end,” the 16-yearold midfielder said.
Growing up in a football-mad state in a remote corner of the country, Amarjit had dreamt of donning national colours since his childhood. “I used to think that one day I will represent the country and I am here now about to play in the U-17 World Cup. I still cannot believe it because it all feels like a dream,” he said.
MANIPUR REWARDS U-17 CUP STARS
IMPHAL: Manipur Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Letpao Haokip on Friday announced cash awards of ~5 lakh each for eight players from Manipur in the 21-member football team of the country for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup to be held across six cities from October 6.
Announcing this on Friday afternoon, Sports Minister Letpao said, “The Government is planning a super special incentive for our players if they win gold medals.” However he did not elaborate on the said ‘super special incentive’.