Welcoming Lothar Matthäus: A Legendary Inspiration for Shaping India’s Football Future
Today, we extend our warmest welcome to Lothar Matthäus — not just a global football icon, but a figure who has deeply influenced my own journey. For years, I admired him from afar: his leadership, his fearlessness, his unshakeable belief in the beautiful game.
But life has its own way of bringing inspiration closer. The moments I’ve shared with him — his guidance, his humility, his quiet encouragement — have left a mark far beyond football. He didn’t just inspire me; he pushed me to dream bolder for Indian football. His words still echo in my mind: “Keep working for the game. India has potential.”
And so, every step I take toward the development of football in our country carries a piece of that inspiration.
As we welcome Lothar Matthäus, we welcome a symbol of excellence, discipline, and heart. His presence reminds us that every nation can rise when passion meets purpose. Together, let’s keep the dream alive — to build India into a true footballing nation, one that stands tall on the world stage.