Indian Footballers Selected for Training at Old Trafford
During the finale, five young footballers emerged victorious, earning the honor of being crowned winners of the fourth edition of UWP. The winners include PC Lalchhuanawma from Mizoram, Shreejal Kisku from Bhubaneswar, Mohd Ayan from Lucknow, Bhakta Bahadur Pariyar from Nepal, and Chanason Chaiyatham from Bangkok. These talented players have won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit Old Trafford, where they will engage in thrilling activities such as a matchday experience, training sessions with Manchester United Soccer School coaches, and the chance to meet club legends.
The latest season of United We Play (UWP) has reached new heights, with over 15,000 aspiring footballers from 18 cities across India participating. The initiative culminated in an exciting grand finale in Chandigarh, where Manchester United legend Gary Neville graced the event.
During the finale, five young footballers emerged victorious, earning the honor of being crowned winners of the fourth edition of UWP. The winners include PC Lalchhuanawma from Mizoram, Shreejal Kisku from Bhubaneswar, Mohd Ayan from Lucknow, Bhakta Bahadur Pariyar from Nepal, and Chanason Chaiyatham from Bangkok. These talented players have won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit Old Trafford, where they will engage in thrilling activities such as a matchday experience, training sessions with Manchester United Soccer School coaches, and the chance to meet club legends.
The UWP program, a grassroots football initiative led by Apollo Tyres in collaboration with Manchester United, aims to nurture young football talent by providing a platform for these aspiring players to showcase their skills and inspire them to pursue their passion for the sport. The program also focuses on introducing participants to global training techniques, helping them develop their abilities further.
Gary Neville, who attended the finale, is celebrated as one of the greatest right-backs in football history. His legendary career at Manchester United saw him secure eight Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies. A one-club man, Neville dedicated nearly 20 years to Manchester United, making 602 appearances and earning 85 caps for England during his 12-year international career.
The UWP initiative continues to play a crucial role in fostering football talent in India, offering young athletes invaluable opportunities to learn from the best in the game and aspire to reach new heights in their footballing journeys.
