Bhutia launches India’s largest football talent hunt

New Delhi, Sep 25: Football icon Bhaichung Bhutia has unveiled India’s largest-ever football trials aimed at discovering and nurturing young talent nationwide.
Kicking off this month, the talent hunt will span 50 cities, including Jalandhar, Patiala, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Mysuru, Mangalore, Bangalore, and Belgaum.
Organised by Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (BBFS) and powered by enJogo, the trials are expected to see over 6,000 players aged 9-18 showcasing their skills in front of AIFF/AFC certified coaches.Bhutia aims to tap into the potential of youth from diverse regions, offering them opportunities to develop their skills at the BBFS Residential Academy.“Football in India needs a strong foundation, and that starts with youth development,” said Bhutia in a release.“Our mission is to create pathways for young footballers to rise through the ranks, whether they come from big cities or remote areas. Through these trials, we hope to find and develop India’s next football stars.” (PTI)