The English Premier League, which is one of the biggest football leagues in the world, is broadcast to millions of homes over 200 countries. The Premier League trophy offers an opportunity for the football fans in Goa to get up close and get a feel of the 25 kg glittering cup made of silver.
And for those who follow Manchester United passionately, they have a chance to get an autograph and pose for a photo with the legendary MUFC defender Denis Irwin. Irwin who played as a full-back during his long and successful career from 1983 to 2004 at Manchester United was highly regarded by his ex-manager Alex Ferguson as his best ever signing.
The President of Goa Football Association and Chairman of Dempo Group of Industries, Shrinivas V. Dempo was invited to witness an exhibition match between Dempo SC and Indiafest V. Later on, he was taken for an exclusive tour of the Premier League trophy and also posed for photographs with Denis Irwin and players from the Dempo SC team.
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Dempo said, “The fact that the Premier League trophy has come to Goa highlights the popularity of football in Goa and in India. I hope more youngsters take up to the beautiful game and ensure steady flow of talent that translates into success for India internationally. I do hope that someday an Indian player will be a part of an EPL winning team.”
The trophy will be on display until tomorrow, February 8.
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