Indian Women’s Football Team Makes History With 4-3 Win Against Estonia in Turkish Women’s Cup Opener
Alanya (Turkey), Feb 22 (IANS) – Manisha Kalyan took center stage as India’s women’s football team claimed a 4-3 victory against Estonia in the Turkish Women’s Cup opener. This historic win marked the first time India had ever defeated a European nation in women’s football.
The Indian team, which had never faced Estonia before, secured a crucial win ahead of upcoming matches against Hong Kong and Kosovo in the Turkish Women’s Cup. The victory was particularly significant as the team had been struggling with poor form and consecutive losses over the past year.
Manisha Kalyan, who played a pivotal role in the win, expressed her satisfaction with the team’s performance, saying, “It’s a good start for us and the team is also happy after yesterday’s win. I was feeling irritated in between when my shots were missed, but I knew I would score.”
The forward player, who also competes for Cyprus’s First Division club Apollon Ladies, acknowledged the difference in playing styles between European teams and her club, emphasizing the value of gaining experience from such competitions.
Contributing to the team’s second goal, midfielder Indumathi Kathiresan echoed the sentiment of high confidence within the team, expressing optimism about their upcoming matches against Hong Kong and Kosovo.
The win against Estonia was an important confidence booster for the Indian women’s football team, prompting the players to reflect on the significance of their victory and their commitment to continuous improvement.
Pyari Xaxa, who also played a significant role in the victory, highlighted the relief and joy of scoring a goal after numerous missed opportunities, emphasizing the impact of the win on the team’s morale.
The Indian women’s football team’s historic victory against Estonia has not only made an impression in the history books but has also instilled a renewed sense of confidence and determination within the team as they look ahead to their future matches in the Turkish Women’s Cup.
