India lose to United States in opening encounter; Ghana, Paraguay start their FIFA U-17 World Cup campaigns with wins
Here’s a look through images at the Day 1 action of FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 happening in India.
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The Indian football team poses for a group photograph before the start of their FIFA U-17 World Cup match against the US in New Delhi on Friday. This was the first time an Indian team was participating in the global event. AP
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in white, stands with other officials for the national anthem before the start of the FIFA U-17 World Cup match between India and the United States. AP
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US player Chris Durkin, left, and India’s Anwar Ali, right, jump for the ball during their FIFA U-17 World Cup match. India put up a spirited show in front of vociferous New Delhi fans. However, they lost to United States in the opening encounter. AP
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US footballer Josh Sargent celebrates his goal against India during their FIFA U-17 World Cup match in New Delhi. The United States of America defeated India 3-0. AP
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Indian football team members acknowledge the home crowd for coming out to support the World Cup debutants. AP
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In the other Group A encounter, Ghana took on Colombia in their opening match. Ghana won 1-0 courtesy a goal from Sadiq Ibrahim (R) who is seen celebrating here. AP
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In a group B encounter, Paraguay faced Mali in an exciting encounter that saw Paraguay edge past Mali to win 3-2. Paraguay’s football player Leonardo Sanchez tries to take the ball away from Mali’s Abdoulay Diaby. AP
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Paraguay’s player Leonardo Sanchez celebrates after scoring a goal against Mali during their FIFA U-17 World Cup match in Navi Mumbai. AP
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