Indian football fans are set to witness an unforgettable night as Football Plus Academy officially launches ticket sales for the highly anticipated Brazil Legends vs India All-Stars match. Featuring FIFA World Cup-winning Brazilian football icons, this historic showdown will take place on March 30, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai.
This unique event will mark the first time that members of Brazil’s legendary 2002 FIFA World Cup-winning squad—including Ronaldinho, Cafu, Rivaldo, and Coach Dunga—will play on Indian soil. The match promises to be a grand spectacle, as the Brazilian greats take on a star-studded India All-Stars team, led by the esteemed coach Prasanta Banerjee.
The match will showcase some of the most celebrated footballers in history, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch World Cup legends in action. Football lovers will be treated to an elite lineup of former Brazil national team superstars, including Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, Cafu, Gilberto Silva, Edmílson, Kleberson, Ricardo Oliveira, Cacapa, Camanducaia, Elivelton, Paulo Sergio, Heurelho Gomes, Diego Gil, Jorginho, Amaral, Lucio, Alex Ferro, Junior, Giovanni, Viola, and Marcelo. Meanwhile, the India All-Stars squad comprises some of the country’s most celebrated footballers, including Mehtab Hossain, Alvito D’Cunha, Syed Rahim Nabi, Subhasish Roy Chowdhury, Mehrajuddin Wadoo, Shanmugam Venkatesh, Arnab Mondal, Mahesh Gawli, and more.
The Brazil Legends vs India All-Stars match promises to be more than just a game; it is a celebration of football that brings together world champions and Indian icons. Fans can look forward to witnessing global icons meet Indian legends, an electrifying atmosphere at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai, and an unmissable fan experience that offers the rare opportunity to see World Cup winners play live.
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Tickets will be available exclusively on BookMyShow from Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 4 PM. With limited tickets available, fans are encouraged to book early to avoid disappointment. David Anand, Founder of Football Plus Academy & Football+ Summit, expressed his excitement about the event, calling it a monumental moment for Indian football and urging fans to secure their tickets quickly. Brazilian legend Rivaldo also shared his enthusiasm for the match, promising Indian fans an unforgettable experience and looking forward to creating special moments on the pitch.
The Football Plus Academy is at the heart of grassroots football development in Tamil Nadu and across India. Accredited by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), the academy provides world-class training programs for aspiring footballers aged 6-22 years. Offering a 360-degree high-performance program, Football Plus Academy prepares young athletes for professional football careers. The academy’s teams actively participate in the U13, U15, and U18 AIFF I-League, providing a structured pathway for talent development in India.
Indian football has been on the rise in recent years, with increased exposure to international tournaments, professional leagues, and grassroots development initiatives. Hosting an event of this magnitude, featuring World Cup winners, provides invaluable global recognition and inspiration for aspiring footballers in the country. The match will serve as an opportunity for Indian footballers to test their skills against some of the greatest names in football history. Furthermore, young fans and players will get a firsthand look at the technical brilliance, flair, and winning mentality that made Brazil’s 2002 squad legendary.
This event also paves the way for more global football collaborations, potentially attracting future high-profile international matches and investments in Indian football. The Brazil Legends vs India All-Stars match is set to be a defining moment for football in India. With iconic World Cup-winning stars, a highly competitive India All-Stars squad, and an electric atmosphere at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, this event is poised to be a truly unforgettable experience for football fans.
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