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The stadium is filled up to the brim

with people getting their money's worth out here.

All 20,000 of them are witnessing

these poor Indian boys unable to adjust to the weather.

We are back with the second half of the game.

It's still pouring cats and dogs here.

And it doesn't look like it's going to stop anytime soon.

The first half was especially a forgettable one

for the barefoot Indians

getting absolutely thrashed

by the mighty Yugoslavians.

45 minutes gone, and they're already down 5-1.

And here we go again.

The ball is with Saleh

he's moving forward.

Saleh goes flying to the ground

and that has to hurt.

It's Bobek now, he hoodwinks Basu

it's still Bobek.

Manna tries a sliding tackle

but Bobek gets the better of him.

It's still Bobek

and goal!

He doesn't miss those.

Another one for Yugoslavia.

The partisan crowd is ecstatic.

Vladimir Beara in the Yugoslav goal has had the best seat in the stadium this afternoon.

India has the ball, not for long.

Vukas makes another tough tackle.

Here comes a cross into the Indian box.

Bobek steps on the shoeless Manna

as he heads the ball!

Goal!

One more for Yugoslavia!

The Indians are totally outplayed.

The attacks are coming in waves.

And here's another goal by Boskov.

The ball again has been floated inside the Indian box.

Bobek chests the ball and goes for an acrobatic bicycle kick.

Goal!

And the final whistle.

Mercifully, the match has come to an end.

The battered and bruised Indians

just got a lesson in modern football.

Their lack of stamina and fitness stands exposed.

They lost by 10 goals!

What a shame!

Shameful!

No, no, no.

When the voting for the coach took place

both of you had voted for him, hadn't you?

We agreed because of Anjan.

Nonsense.

- Listen to me... - I mean, it is not expected.

Sir, Yugoslavia is a difficult team.

No, Mr. Alok, you are wrong.

Mr. Anjan... It is not about being defeated.

- It is about the margin. - Look at the score.

Just look at the score, sir.

It is just a setback.

Mr. Anjan, this is absolutely ridiculous. What are you talking about?

No...

Okay, fine.

Please sit, all of you.

Very bad performance, sir.

Forget the past.

Look

we need to come up with a solution.

What solution, Anjan?

- To bring about change, we must... - Change.

Change must begin somewhere, right?

Let's begin from the top, then.

What do you think, Mr. Rahim?

Before leaving, he was boasting about strategy.

He said we would do this, we would do that...

- Did he boast or not? - Yes, he did. Absolutely.

- He was boasting. - Right, but what was the outcome?

He got beaten by almost a dozen goals.

Come on now.

But Anjan, someone has to take responsibility for this defeat.

Why anyone else?

The coach must take responsibility.

- Absolutely. - The coach must take responsibility.

Listen to me. Victory and defeat depends on the coach.

He is the ultimate.

Whoever..

Whoever is in favour of replacing the coach

- please raise your hand. - Yes.

When the foundation of a house is weak, changing the roof is futile, Mr. Shubhankar.

Shubhankar, sit down.

Reason number one for our defeat..

Playing barefoot.

Reason number two, playing for only 70 minutes at domestic tournaments.

That's why in the last 20 minutes of 90-minute matches, they lose goals.

Reason number three..

Too much belief in old stars

and too little faith in new talent.

Mr. Anjan, the blame game has begun.

It is the coach's fault, and he is alleging the federation!

Shubhankar, Rahim sir is also an expert at football like you.

Everyone must listen to what he's saying.

- Yes, exactly. - Fine.

Rahim sir, please.

If I am the only one responsible for the defeat

then from now on, only I should be responsible for selecting the players.

Right.

What are you doing?

Sir, it is not good for the coach to have so much authority.

He's just looking for an opportunity to replace

the players of Bengal with Hyderabadi players.

I thought we would talk about India today.

But we are still stuck between Bengal and Hyderabad.

Thank you very much. I'll take your leave.

Rahim sir...

Rahim sir...

Please try to understand. He was not wrong.

If he forms the team

it will be his responsibility entirely.

- Correct. - Exactly.

Please understand.

- He has a point. - He is right.

Rahim sir.

You were right.

They did not even let me complete, Mr. Anjan.

We are not the largest country.

We don't have the largest army.

We are not even the richest.

Half the world does not even know us.

Football can get us recognition, Mr. Anjan.

Because the world plays football.

So, for the next 10 years,

we must forget differentiating between states

and focus on making India a world-class team instead.

But...

We'll need the federation's support too, Rahim sir.

Your support is enough.

Pass the ball!

Pass the ball!

- Left! - Careful, we will lose the ball!

- Ball! - Ball!

- The tram! - The tram!

- No! - No!

Dad is here!

Mom!

Mom!

Mom!

Your husband is here.

Hey, you! Come here!

Is that how you address your father?

Give me the scissors, Saira.

Let me cut off this ill-mannered girl's tongue.

She is not wrong, Mom.

Couldn't she have said 'dad is here' instead?

Cover your head!

Dad!

How are you?

She is gone out of hand, Rahim. Control her.

"She is gone out of hand, Rahim. Control her."

- Stop it. - Look at her speak!

Get the luggage in, please.

What is this, Rahim?

You can wear it in winters, Mom.

- Hakim. - Yes, Dad?

- Football shoes! - Wear them when you play.

Saira seems more like a daughter now.

At least she is at home all the time.

Here your tea.

Here 'is' your tea.

Here is your tea.

This is for you.

The latest dictionary of '52.

They had '47 everywhere.

- Captain David... - Thank you.

- I will wear it too. - No.

Hakim, come here.

Come here now.

Yes.

Look at this... Oh, lovely.

Wear them, let me see.

Untie this. What is this?

Why do you do this?

Why do you buy so many books?

Just read them outside and leave them there.

There is no space in the house.

The next time I have to cook

I will use your books to light the stove.

This Shakispere...

Shakespeare.

I will use him to makeBiryani and Halwa.

And I will use this godforsaken dictionary to make eggplant.

Ameen Sayani just mentioned you on the radio a couple of times

and you think you have the responsibility of the nation.

You buy these for yourself

and also for those who are not very fond of them.

When are you going to quit this bad habit?

I will quit.

It takes courage to quit.

And right now, I need to muster that courage

to form a winning team.

I would have liked it if you had said

you would quit on our anniversary or my birthday.

Your football is your second wife.

Dad, call for you.

Hello.

Mr. Rahim, it's me, Anjan.

Hello, Mr. Anjan.

Hello.

The federation has accepted all your suggestions.

Just form a nice team for India now.

- Thank you. - Goodbye.

What is her name?

Munnu.

Oh, no. That was terrible.

Hari, is your list ready?

Yes, I have prepared a list.

- Secunderabad... - Your bag.

We'll start with Secunderabad.

- Let's go. - Bye, ma'am.

Hey, let me get in at least...

We have some impressive strikers

but we are not sure if they will play on the midfield.

You can check out Zulfikar and Sunderraj here in Secunderabad.

But sir, there is a guy in Bengal,

Pradip Kumar, PK.

He plays on the right wing and runs incredibly fast.

At the speed of wind.

Stop for a minute, I need to buy cigarettes.

Stop.

I'll get it.

Give me cigarettes.

Balu, ball... Balu, pass the ball.

Let's play...

Let's play...

Let's run on the field

Let's run on the field

The player is silly

The player is silly

Hop and catch it...

This group of kids is tough to catch

Their energy is tough to match

They jump around and run, controlling them is no fun

Their spirit is top-notch, they seem to have a plan

Nothing can stop them, try stopping them if you can

They'll fight on the field like warriors, blindly...

Balu, your foot is in cow dung!

Find out about him.

Yes, we must. Insolent boy.

I'll go find out.

His name is Tulsidas Balaram.

He plays in the slums of Ammuguda.

He borrows jersey from others.

I offered him to come to Hyderabad and show his skill

but he's very arrogant.

He said he's happy in Secunderabad.

Insolent boy.

Come, let's continue our journey. Come.

- Order two cups of tea. - Yes, Rahim sir.

Rahim sir, the coach of the Indian football team.

Sit.

I saw you play.

You play well.

But...

You lack stamina.

I can play all day with just a cup of tea and biscuits.

You'll have to wear shoes and play.

Only four minutes left in the game.

As of now, the score is 2-2. Ballygunj Club 2, Regent Union 2.

The throw-in has come to Ballygunj Club.

The ball has been passed to Alam from Dipankar.

Alam is looking for the next player.

The ball has been kicked towards an undefended area.

Pradip is running towards the ball at speed.

Can Pradip score the goal? Shoaib is trying to defend.

Goal!

Missed by a whisker.

The ball is out of the goalpost.

Just missed the shot!

PK! PK!

PK!

He is so good.

Pradip coming forward, Chandrashekhar tries to tackle.

Hey, pass the ball... Here...

Net! Net! Net!

Net! Net! Net!

Chandrashekhar trying to defend, Pradip is trying to dodge

and goal!

PK! PK!

PK.

Meet Rahim sir, India coach.

- Of course. - Thank you, sir.

Hello, sir.

There can only be one goal in one shot.

But you try for two.

Tell me something.

What do you need to become an expert player from a regular player?

Talent, sir.

Not everyone can handle talent.

Talent will help you, only if you...

PK!

PK!

Focus.

Do you want to play for India?

Yes, sir.

Then focus on what you should actually do.

You tore the net? Shake hands!

- What's the number? - What?

Your shoe size.

- Eight. - Wonderful!

- PK! - PK!

An easy way to trap.

When the ball lands, don't lift your thigh with force.

Bring the thigh down with the momentum of the ball.

Okay?

Eat, eaten, ate.

Go, gone, went.

Is wearing kurta the wrong way trending these days?

Have you formed your team?

We have found some good players in these two years.

We are looking for a striker for the Melbourne Olympics.

Good things come to those who wait.

I hope so.

My English exam tomorrow.

- Talk... - 'Is'.

- Talk in English. - Okay.

Who is a striker?

He strikes the goal.

- Only he can strike? - Any player can strike.

Then, why only he striker, and not all?

I think you must sleep.

I-I told you... stop... that is my... my...

What is a better word for 'second wife'?

Beautiful.

Beautiful...

Really, beautiful!

- Dad left? - Yes.

- Where did he go? - Bombay.

- Rahim sir. - Sit.

Since when have the studs been bothering you, Neville?

Since halftime, sir.

Then why did you wear shoes? You should have taken them off.

How, sir? It is now a rule to play with shoes on.

If I wasn't bruised, I could have struck three more goals.

The rule is proper, sir, but the shoe is not.

All barriers and walls will be broken

All records will be broken

All barriers and walls will be broken

But it's a promise, we won't break hearts

We won't break hearts

We won't break hearts

We won't break hearts

We won't

Pride and arrogance will be broken

Pride and arrogance will be broken

We swear on the field

We swear on the field

We won't break hearts

We won't break hearts

Those who have faith in our feats

For us, in temples, they offer prayers and sweets

They have high hopes on our game

Helping us win is their prime aim

We will never break their hearts

Rahim, at least tell me what you are looking for.

Mr. Ravinder, I am looking for players

who can play in any position.

A defender who can attack.

A striker who can defend.

Someone whose game can stun everyone.

Pride and arrogance will be broken

Pride and arrogance will be broken

We swear on the field

We swear on the field

Hakim!

We won't break hearts

SS Narayan is a good goalkeeper.

But we need a taller goalkeeper.

We won't break hearts

Playing in defence are SK Azizuddin, SA Latif, Ahmed Hussain.

Playing on the midfield M Kempaiah, SA Salaam, Nikhil Nandy and Noor Muhammad.

On the forward line-up will be Pradip Kumar Banerjee

Neville D'Souza, Tulsidas Balaram

and the goalkeeper will be Peter Thangaraj.

Will we go to Australia by train?

We will go by plane.

Come, let me introduce you to Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.

Let's be hopeful.

- Hello, sir. - Hello.

Our Governor. Honourable Chief Minister.

Sir, Mr. Rahim. Indian football team coach.

Nice to meet you, Mr. Rahim. I hope you are all set for Melbourne.

Yes, sir.

We have high hopes from this team.

If you ever need anything, we are always at your service.

Thank you, sir.

Mr. Anjan, Mr. Roy is here.

Sorry, sir, excuse me.

Please come.

Oh, Roy.

You know, Roy and I were batchmates in college.

He would eat my food in college.

And in return, I would make him publish

nice things about my government.

But let me tell you one thing.

This man can make and break governments.

But his first love always has been football.

- Hello. - He can do anything for football.

CM sir.

- How are you? - Very well.

Your speech at the assembly was incredible.

The opposition was shaken.

- Mr. Roy. - Yes.

He is Mr. Rahim, our football coach...

Of course!

Mr. S.A. Rahim. We all know him.

Thanks to him, our newspaper made immense profit.

How?

Well, the record.

10-1, Helsinki Olympics.

Our papers made the maximum sale the following day.

All thanks to the man of the hour.

Mr. Rahim, I'm sure you are ready for another record.

Excuse me, it is time for the team photograph.

Team?

What an incredible team he has formed!

I have heard he picked up a guy from the slums of Secunderabad.

A 19-year-old boy who plays local tournaments

has been placed on the striker's position?

I mean, you ignored such good players in Bengal

and gathered a team of loafers, Mr. Rahim.

Anyway, you're the coach.

Mr. Roy Choudhary, do you listen to rock and roll?

There's a new artist by the name of Elvis Presley.

Recently.

He is being criticised a lot for his style of music.

Do you know what he said?

"Don't criticise what you don't understand."

"You never walked in that man's shoes."

What does that mean?

You shouldn't talk about things you don't have knowledge about.

Shall we, Mr. Anjan? The team must be waiting.

- Let's go. - Excuse me, sir.

See you.

Please come, sir.

Indian football team. Smile.

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen.

And a very warm welcome to the 1956 Summer Olympics

officially known as the Games of the 16th Olympiad.

This is the first time the games are televised

in the Australian continent.

Let me tell you, a total of 67 nations

are competing in the 56th Olympics

on this 22nd day of November, 1956.

They're all gathered here to watch Prince Philip

declare the Olympic games open.

The biggest competition and biggest game in the world, football.

I, Ramesh Sagar, along with Dev Matthew

will try my best to bring to you live events as they unfold.

That's right, Ramesh. It's a beautiful day for a sport.

Thousands of Australians are here to watch the match.

I'm sure millions of Indians are waiting eagerly

in front of their radio sets for the game to begin.

Absolutely, a very important day for India.

Because due to the Budapest invasion by the Soviet army

the football team of Hungary

had to withdraw their participation from the Olympics.

For this reason, India has received a bye

and now, India will play its second match

with the home team, Australia.

But Ramesh, it's surprising that for the first time today

India will step on the field with football shoes on.

The match will begin shortly.

Hey, mate. I love the way you tie your shoes.

Could you do it for me?

Sure.

Come on, I need to play my game.

I told you, Indians are good at tying their laces.

Ah, you're the ones who have been tying for the Britishers, aren't you?

What? What? What?

What are you looking at? Hit him. Go ahead.

Boys!

Don't trouble these poor boys.

They barely scraped through to the Olympics anyway.

Least we can do is be nice.

- Come on! Come on! - Yes, coach.

See you out there.

See you, man.

Let's go.

Ramesh, Australia has won the toss

and their captain Bruce Morrow has decided to begin.

Morrow is motivating his team.

He passes the ball to George Arthur, who's taking it forward.

He passes it to Jack Lennard.

Lennard attacking from the left wing.

But PK Banerjee tackles. The ball is at PK's feet.

An incredible dribble by PK.

PK Banerjee attacking from the right wing.

He dodges Jack Lennard.

PK is moving at speed, looking for his players.

The Australian team will try their best to stop PK here.

He passes to Neville near the Australian box, and that's a goal!

Neville D'Souza! India 1, Australia 0.

What a wonderful start by India, Ramesh!

The game resumes from the centre line.

The Australian team taking the ball forward.

McMillan passes it to Bruce Morrow.

Morrow passes it to Bill Harburn.

Taking the ball forward with a one-to-one passing.

It's gone to the Indian team.

Morrow attacks, and a wonderful save by Thangaraj.

Balaram.

Thangaraj passed the ball to Balaram.

Balaram chests the ball.

Taking the ball forward...

Balaram passes it to PK Banerjee.

PK Banerjee passes it to Balaram.

He passes it back to PK Banerjee.

And that's a goal!

With this, India 2, Australia 0. This is fun.

Well, Ramesh, this new Indian team of coach Rahim

has silenced all international critics.

Neville D'Souza passes to PK Banerjee.

PK Banerjee's incredible dribbling.

Ball back to Neville D'Souza.

The shot, and goal!

This is the second goal by Neville D'Souza.

India 3, Australia 0.

Ramesh, Australia had no idea how well the Indian team was prepared.

This team has wreaked havoc on the field.

The Australian team's rage is quite evident.

It doesn't seem like this is the first International match

for at least 7-8 players of the Indian team.

Neville D'Souza takes the ball forward once again.

He dodges John Pettigrew. What a fantastic goal!

Neville D'Souza becomes the first ever Asian player

to score a hattrick in the Olympics.

Sir.

Mr. Arthur, what went wrong today?

Nothing really.

It was just a bad day for the Australian team, that's all.

Sir, don't you think the Indians played better than you?

No, I think they were just lucky.

But you lost.

It was a fluke.

Really?

Yes, a fluke.

What is he saying?

They say we won because we were lucky.

Mr. Rahim, would you like to respond to it?

With all due respect, I would like to ask Mr. S.A. Rahim.

Have you ever, even in your wildest dreams

thought you could beat Australia?

We should have a rematch.

Rematch?

Rematch?

Mr. Rahim, what do you feel about a rematch?

Are you up for a rematch, Mr. Rahim?

Mr. Rahim, give an answer.

Say something, Mr. Rahim.

With all due respect

I would like to say

that respect is a very responsible word.

Before the game

you disrespected one of my players.

And he scored a hattrick in the match.

And now you have disrespected all of them.

I wonder

what they will do now.

Are you sure you want a rematch?

Mr. Arthur?

Thank you.

Do you need a ride?

Get lost. Idiot!

Sir...

- Sir. - Enter from the other side.

Yes, sir.

- Come, Shubhankar. - Thank you, sir.

Well...

May I ask something, sir?

Go ahead.

India stood fourth in the Melbourne Olympics.

We even beat Australia by 7-1 in a rematch.

But instead of writing that India just missed the Bronze medal

why did you publish...

'India's performance in the Olympics was just a fluke.'

Why did you publish this, sir? I don't understand...

I'm sorry, sir. I just felt like asking, so asked...

What's your opinion on Rahim?

- Sir, Rahim is... - Okay, forget it.

Tell me this. Which state watches football the most?

I mean, a state whose stadium is filled.

It's Bengal, sir.

Which state plays football the most?

Every lane, every street...

It's our Bengal, sir.

We plant the trees

and someone else eats the fruit.

It's not justified.

I don't understand.

Appreciating the Indian football team right now

would mean appreciating S.A. Rahim.

If Rahim continues to be the coach

the Bengal players will never be part of the team.

Exactly, sir.

This is why we had an argument with him.

- Shubhankar. - Sir.

This system is like a tree

that has its roots on the top.

Right.

President.

Is there a good candidate for

the President of the Indian Football Federation?

It's definitely not Anjan.

He is...

It is

Shubhankar Sengupta.

Hakim!

Hakim!

Yes, Mom?

- Show your report card to your dad. - Okay.

- Wear your sweater. - It's not cold, Mom.

You have scored well, dear.

I have passed away in English.

50%. I'm done, full stop.

This does not mean you know 50% of the entire English language.

Keep studying.

You will have to work harder next year

so you can go to IIT Kharagpur.

I have spoken to your uncle.

Why?

How will you become an engineer without studying?

- Engineer? - Yes.

But Dad, I want to play football.

Yes.

I want to play football full time, Dad.

Sure, you can.

- Dad, you... - Hakim.

Go out.

Have I made a mistake?

You never make mistakes.

To make mistakes, you have to be at home.

I'm the one who makes mistakes every time.

Saira, how can I stop anyone from playing football?

And I thought you didn't have a problem with football.

I don't have a problem with football.

I have a problem with his reason for playing football.

He likes football.

He likes you.

He wants to play football to get your attention.

And you just brushed him off with a 'yes' and 'sure'?

It's not about engineering.

It's about what his dad thinks is right for him.

You decide the lives of players from every part of the country, don't you?

For once, take a look inside your house

and take a decision about your son's life.

Go.

Sit.

Do you want to play football?

Yes.

Yes, Dad.

Your mom has a point too.

So...

So, Dad, I can do both.

But I won't quit playing football, Dad.

Do you think you play well?

You haven't seen me play, Dad.

But I play well.

I will make sure I get selected in the 60's Olympic team.

On my own.

If you are good

you'll get selected.

Wear your sweater.

Y-Yes, Dad.

There is a lot of excitement

on this historical football field in Hooghly.

The match between Bengal and Hyderabad

in the national championship is a decisive one.

Neither teams have scored any goal so far.

Hakim asking for a pass. It's a long pass.

Hyderabad is trying to attack.

Passing the ball towards the left...

The ball has reached Chuni.

The audience is excited.

Jamaal is defending.

Chuni takes the ball away with an outside dodge.

He has bypassed Jamaal.

Hakim has come forward to defend.

Chuni is confusing the players with his footwork.

Chuni has gone forward with the ball with another outside dodge.

The goalpost is undefended.

Trilok tries to defend and fails.

The ball is going towards the goalpost.

Chuni has stopped the ball at the goal line.

And...

And... goal!

A magnificent goal by Chuni!

Chuni! Chuni! Chuni!

He'll keep dodging you because he loves being applauded.

He will not pass the ball.

Stay in your positions.

Don't move.

Your gaze should be set on his feet.

He'll move in the opposite direction of where he leans.

- Understood? - Yes, sir.

Go on. Go.

Go.

Keep an eye on his feet. His feet.

In the midfield, Bengal is trying to attack.

S Banerjee has passed the ball to Chuni.

The ball is with Chuni.

In front of Chuni is Hakim from Hyderabad.

Chuni is trying to dodge.

Hakim is trying to defend.

Trilok passes the ball to Zulfikar.

And Hakim's shot! It's a goal!

Hyderabad returns a goal to Bengal.

A wonderful goal! Amazing goal by Hakim.

For the first time in a match of one versus one,

Hakim steals the ball from Chuni.

Bengal 2, Hyderabad 1.

Dodging goalkeeper Pradyut Burman, Hakim scores another goal.

The goal has been scored against Bengal.

An unbelievable shift.

Hyderabad initially was down by two goals, but they have two goals now.

Congratulations, Mr. Rahim.

You beat my ace player, sir.

We need a striker for the national team.

Can I have your ace player for the 60's Olympics?

Chuni? Sure, why not?

But sir, Neville?

A lot changes in two years, Mr. Tapan.

- Good game. - Thank you, sir.

- Excuse me. - Yes?

- Mohammedan Sporting? - Sure.

Come.

- Come. - Let's go.

- Be careful, hold on to the luggage. - Go slow. I will fall.

- Hold the ghee properly. - Yes.

Left or right?

- Right. - Let's go then.

- Go slow, please. - Don't worry.

- I am just warming up. - Go slow!

Yes. Take this.

- Oh, my God! I am done for. - Careful, mister.

- Are you all right? - I am fine.

My ghee.

Here is your money. Take this.

Hey, Jarnail.

Oh, Franco.

What a lame brain you are!

Let it be. I don't think he understands English.

I am talking to you, you bloody boob.

Boob?

It means, stupid man.

Forget it. Take my bags. We're getting late.

Hold this.

- What, you are leaving me the heavy one? - Yes.

You nincompoop!

That's you.

National Football Camp. 1960 Olympics.

Meet our new players.

- Chandrashekhar. - Yes, sir.

- Jarnail Singh. - Yes, sir.

- Syed Hakim. - Yes, sir.

- Franco. - Yes, sir.

- Yusuf Khan. - Yes, sir.

- Ram Bahadur. - Yes, sir.

- Arun Ghosh. - Sir.

- And Chuni Goswami. - Sir.

Get to know each other, your weaknesses and your strengths.

If you learn to cover each other's weaknesses...

- ...the team will become stronger. - Pass, Chuni!

This side, Chuni!

Remember, if your strength can't help the team

then it's useless.

The team that we're trying to form here is not yours or mine.

It's the country's team. It's the Indian team.

I don't think I need to remind you

that the 16 best teams from all over the world are waiting for you

thoroughly prepared, at the Rome Olympics.

That's why if any of you has any doubts on your capabilities

please leave the team right now.

Mister.

Yes, sir?

Your game is getting weak.

I'm sorry, sir...

How's your father?

Sir, you...

He has lung cancer, sir.

When you know he's ill

will you be able to do your best for India?

Yes, sir.

Even dad wouldn't want me to let go of the honour

of playing for India in the Rome Olympics.

I'll play, sir.

I'll play with all my might.

Don't play alone, Chuni. Pass!

Go!

Come on!

Hakim!

Hey! Why do you hard-tackle only me?

Pass the ball to someone else. I'll tackle them.

Who should I pass it to?

- Try doing it again. - Go on.

Franco.

Play on the other side.

Rahim sir, pass!

Arun, pass the ball! Arun!

Arun, pass.

Rahim sir, pass the ball to me.

Rahim sir, you're not passing the ball to me.

If we weren't on the same team, I'd have snatched it from you.

Then play as the opponent. And snatch it away.

Yes, sir.

Charge him!

Jarnail, what's this? Don't you know how to block?

Come on, let's move on. Come on.

Even the best player in the world needs 10 players, Chuni.

Go, learn to help and seek help from the other 10 players.

Yes, sir.

O. Chandrashekhar, Jarnail Singh, Arun Ghosh, Chuni Goswami...

And the captain will be PK Banerjee.

- PK? - PK is a good choice.

Shouldn't the captain be from a reputed club in Bengal?

- Absolutely. - What is he saying?

All you talk about is clubs and states.

It doesn't matter.

He is from Bengal after all, Mr. Shubhankar.

You should be happy.

Yes, but...

He has no experience, Mr. Anjan.

- Shubhankar... - Mr. Anjan, PK is a born leader.

The more responsibility you give him, the better he'll perform.

He's right.

- Say something. - He's right.

According to me, it's the right decision.

- Isn't it right? - How is this right, Mr. Anjan?

Please, Shubhankar. Sit down.

This Rahim's arrogance...

And his habit of not taking no for an answer...

What?

Rahim's habit of not taking no for an answer...

I can't take it anymore.

What's going on?

The team has only three Bengali players.

Is this a joke?

Sir, I have proof that he is gradually trying

to challenge my authority in the federation.

He's been planning something.

Shubhankar.

What is Rahim's strength?

What?

What's Rahim's strength?

Rahim's strength is the pride of the Indian team

which is soon going to be shattered.

Sir...

Don't you get it? Hold on.

What is it?

The Indian team has entered this pool.

France, Hungary, Peru...

No team in the world can beat them.

No strategy of that over-smart Rahim will work either.

France gets the throw-in.

The game between India and France is getting interesting.

That's right, let me tell you that in the group stages

India's first competition was against Hungary

one of the best teams in the world.

Seeing India's performance against them,

Stanley Rous, the President of FIFA,

awarded the title of 'the Brazil of Asia' to India.

Dev, India hasn't let France score a single goal yet.

It's the 85th minute, and both teams are yet to score a goal.

French goalkeeper Jean Wettestein has passed the ball to defender Jacques Stamm.

Jacques Stamm takes the ball forward from the right wing.

Chuni Goswami tries to take the ball but fails.

Trilok Singh Balsera was dodged too.

He passes it to Andre.

No one in the box

and an incredible save by Thangaraj!

Wow!

Let me tell you, Dev, not letting France score a goal until the 88th minute

is an achievement in itself for a team like India.

Ramesh, India lost the previous match to Hungary by 2-1.

That's why even if it's a draw today, India will be out of the tournament.

As per the point table, France is above India.

Trilok Singh Balsera has the ball. India attacking again.

An incredible save by France yet again.

Both teams have made several attacks and saves so far.

Not a single goal has been scored in the match yet.

Come on. Come on.

Two minutes left in the match.

Louis Polonia heads towards the Indian box.

An amazing sliding tackle by Trilok. Polonia falls.

Dev, due to their defeat in the previous match

India has to beat France in order to stay in the tournament.

PK Banerjee attacking from the centre.

A spectacular dribble, moving towards the box of France.

Gonzalez chases him.

He dodges the goalkeeper

and it's a goal!

What a wonderful goal! The first goal of the game at the 89th minute.

Unbelievable! Amazing!

India 1, France 0.

France understands the repercussions of this goal.

The game has resumed from the centre line.

The French team takes the ball forward. They've crossed the midfield.

Jarnail Singh follows him. France has another opportunity.

Jarnail Singh grabs the ball with a shoulder push.

We're running out of time. This is India's final chance.

Jarnail Singh takes the ball forward.

He passes to Trilok Singh Balsera.

Trilok Singh crossing the midfield.

He dodges Andre and passes the ball to PK Banerjee at the right wing.

PK Banerjee making a move

but a terrific tackle by Jacques Stamm.

The ball is now with France.

Stamm cuts it from the left wing.

He passes it to Polonia.

Gonzalez kicks the ball to the final third. A through-ball to Andre.

Last 30 seconds left.

France must score a goal.

India only needs to hold their position.

Another attempt by France

and Arun Ghosh... A self goal by Arun Ghosh!

The final whistle. Game over.

France 1, India 1.

India did its best, but unfortunately

the draw won't help them.

France is already above them on the point table.

Hence India will be out of the 1960 Rome Olympics.

India played well!

Well played India!

Well played India!

Well played India!

Well played India!

Well played India!

Dev, India may have lost today

but giving a tough time to a team like France

is not an ordinary thing.

The audience understands that.

Absolutely. Think about it. A small team from Asia has performed so well

on an international level, after merely 13 years of independence.

The entire stadium is giving them a standing ovation.

- Bravo. - 'This is a big deal.'

Very well played, Mr. Rahim.

You should be proud of all your players.

Thank you.

Well played India!

Well played India!

It can't go on like this.

Shoes, 90 minutes, star player...

All that is history.

Come on, Rahim sir, let's begin.

Let us hear your new excuses for losing.

They played better than they did in '56. Why make excuses?

We stood fourth in '56 but got out in the first round itself this time.

Take a look at the score lines, Mr. Shubhankar.

We had a draw with a team like France.

Hungary beat France by 7 goals and Peru by 6 goals.

We made it difficult for them to score.

We may have lost to Peru

but seeing our performance, the President of FIFA

called us the Brazil of Asia.

Mr. Anjan, trust me.

This is just the beginning of the golden era of Indian football.

The boys are playing really well.

Playing badly and winning is better than playing well and losing, Mr. Rahim.

Right.

- These are your new excuses. - Of course.

We can't allow things to go on like this.

- These guys are useless. - You're right.

- Enough of these excuses. - You're right.

We need results now.

This is how it's going to be with him.

He wanted to form a new team, but what was the result?

Rahim sir, we don't have time to lose another tournament.

Mr. Anjan, this team can perform better at the Asian Games in two years.

Their performance level as an Asian team...

I just need four years.

Two for the Asian Games, and two for the Olympics.

We've given you ample time already, Mr. Rahim.

What is his strategy, Anjan?

To feed the players a magic pill?

Listen...

This team is not good enough.

M-My strategy is ready...

- Formation, stamina... - I have one too.

For the betterment of the team, change the coach.

Shubhankar...

Why are you shocked, Rahim sir?

There has been no result in the past eight years.

That should have got you worried. You should have resigned.

- Shubhankar, please. - There is democracy, sir.

There is democracy.

And I have no right to force my opinion on him.

Those who are in favour of firing him, please raise your hand.

- Yes, let us have a show of hands. - Chatterjee...

Thank you for nothing, Mr. Rahim.

Mr. Rahim.

You have finally been bid farewell.

I am thinking what tomorrow's headline should be.

'The Indian football team finds a new coach.'

'S.A. Rahim gets kicked on a special part of the body.'

Correct!

Elvis Presley.

Rahim sir.

The test results are here.

You have

lung cancer.

I am sorry.

How much time do I have?

I can't say exactly.

I'll prescribe some medicines to subside the pain.

I told you not to neglect your cough, but...

Rahim sir,

this bad habit has caused this.

And you are still...

Will I be cured if I quit now?

Whatever time I have left

I want to spend with you and the children.

I've given away jewels

My beloved

I've given away pearls

If my life could bring him back

I'd give up my life for him

I'd give up my life for him

'That's the final whistle.'

'Another shameful defeat for India.'

'It's clear that if India wants to improve their game on the international level...'

'...then the team must work even harder.'

My love is back home

My love is back home

You're my life, my soul too

My heart beats for you

All my life, I've prayed for you

You're my life, my soul too

The light, the rains...

The brightness all around...

The light, the rains...

Prosperity and grace

My love brought it all

My love is back home

My love is back home

You are the answer to my prayers

Your love makes my heart full

He's back home

You're the one who rules my heart

Listen to me, I'm falling apart

In your poverty is my wealth

My beloved...

You, my love, make my heart full

My love is back home

He is back home

You're my life, my soul too

My heart beats for you

You're my hidden treasure

You're my pain, and my pleasure

All my life, I've prayed for you

You're my life, my soul too

In the magical market where riches were being sold

Some chose pearls, some chose gold

But I was crazy about you

I chose to have you

I chose you, my love

My love is back home

My love is back home

My love is back home

What are you doing?

Nothing.

Sit.

I mean, what are you doing in this house?

Spending time with you.

I don't feel so.

Okay, think again and answer.

Waiting?

To die?

You are waiting for death to come to you here, in my house.

This is my house, where I live with my family.

My house is for living

not for dying.

What do I have left anyway?

Breath.

This disease has not defeated you.

You feel defeated because you could not make your dream come true.

You are not the only one who paid a price for your dream.

Seerat has been paying for it since she was born.

Hakim is paying for it. Your mom and I are paying for it.

This was our dream too.

So, instead of lying at home, waiting for death

go and do that

which will

help you die in peace.

When you're in love

Life is different

It feels like your world has turned upside down

- Mr. Rahim is here. - Rahim?

Ask him to wait. Go.

When in love

Life feels like a maze

You will have to wait.

A Bengali's life is futile without music.

When you speak of music, it has to be Hemanta Mukhopadhyay.

No, what are you saying?

You cannot ignore Manna Dey.

No way! Hemanta is incredible!

But tell me how I sang.

It was amazing.

Who is it?

Rahim sir?

The electricity supply in Calcutta... Please sit.

...and Shubhankar's decision are both erratic.

Oh, sorry.

No, Mr. Anjan.

No.

Okay.

Mr. Anjan...

For the upcoming Asian games...

I want to coach the team again.

If I had the authority, you'd be coaching the team already.

Do something, Mr. Anjan. I'll be indebted to you.

I want this responsibility back anyhow.

Look, you are being stubborn about something that's impossible.

Be honest with me. What is the matter?

Mr. Anjan, I don't have much time left.

What do you mean?

I mean...

I have lung cancer, Mr. Anjan.

But my strategy is ready.

Formation, and one-touch pass...

But this time the formation will change.

Mr. Anjan, didn't you notice how well our team was performing

until two years ago?

Sir, don't show the poor how powerful you are.

And what are the poor going to show the rich?

- Poverty? - Exactly!

Rahim sir.

Please come, Rahim sir. Sit.

Not over there, Rahim sir. Come here.

Stand in front of me. Yes.

Mr. Anjan, you sit down.

Mr. Anjan. Please sit.

So, tell me, Rahim sir.

What brings you here?

- Mr. Shubhankar... - Hold on a minute.

I forgot to introduce him to you.

Mr. Tapan Basu.

Coach of our Indian football team.

Tell me what you were saying. Go on.

I want to coach the Indian National Team.

Coach? But we have a coach already.

I just introduced him to you. Right, Mr. Chatterjee?

Absolutely.

Then why should we appoint you as the coach, sir?

Because there is nothing else I can do.

What are you saying, Rahim sir?

We should appoint you as the coach because you know nothing else?

Is that your reason?

That is not the reason.

He can make us champions in the Asian Games.

No one could match the record

of the national team's performance under his guidance.

Also, since he left,

our record was spoilt even in Asia.

In his absence, India has played eight international matches

and lost seven of them.

And that is the reason he has the right.

Yes, he has the right.

I know that Rahim sir hardly listens to the federation

but that is only because he thinks more

about how the Indian football team can perform better and better.

And yes...

When was the last time we discussed football in this room?

Answer me.

So, those of you who feel

that someone who is so passionate about the Indian football

deserves one last chance

please raise their hands.

Please.

No, I am not trying to force my opinion on you.

The decision will be taken democratically.

That is all I had to say.

Wonderful!

Your speech was great, Mr. Anjan. Well said.

So, please raise your hands.

Please go ahead.

Sir...

And...

what if you lose?

Then I will never coach any team again.

What is this?

Nine long years.

It took us nine years to get him out.

Sir, I...

And today, you brought him back in by show of hands? Wow!

No, sir, I thought about it...

You, and your bloody democracy.

You had to pay a price for it after all.

- Sir, I'll go and... - Let it be.

I'll do something. I'll see what I can do.

So, may I...

No, that won't work...

I'll have to do something.

He is such a clown.

Run!

I am late.

Awesome!

Jarnail!

Brother!

How are you, my brother!

Hey, you, bring it on!

Brother, have we got good news for you!

What?

Rahim sir.

Rahim sir?

- Rahim sir. - Rahim sir.

- Rahim sir. - Rahim sir.

Being called to the camp does not mean you are playing for India.

If you want to get into the Asian Games

your performance level has to improve.

There are some Olympians, and some new faces here.

But for me, you're all equal.

This is going to be your home for the next two months.

The time-table has been put up outside.

We will meet tomorrow.

Yes, sir.

Rahim sir is back!

Everything will be fine now!

"Stop us all you want, we'll come back stronger."

"Stop us all you want, we'll come back stronger."

"There's nothing in the world that can scare us."

"There's nothing in the world that can scare us."

Stop us all you want, we'll come back stronger

There's nothing in the world that can scare us

We fall, but get back up

We move on, despite the hiccup

Come, let's find out

who's stronger

We're Team India!

We're Team India!

Come on, get up.

Get up.

You may be hurt, but don't frown

You represent the nation, don't back down

You're the mountain that can't be hit by a storm

Let them hear your lion-like roar

We're Team India!

We're Team India!

Stop us all you want, we'll come back stronger

There's nothing in the world that can scare us

We fall, but get back up

We move on, despite the hiccup

Come, let's find out

who's stronger

We're Team India!

We're Team India!

We're Team India!

Hello, ladies and gentlemen.

I welcome you all to the press conference of the 1962 Asian Games.

Presenting to you, the Indian football team.

We may now begin the interview.

- Sir... - Sir...

What is your new strategy this time?

Sir, can our squad win the Cup this time?

The federation and I have together formed a new strategy

but if we disclose it to you, how will we shock the opposition?

Am I right?

After their terrible performance at the Merdeka Cup

what makes you think this team will perform well this time?

Because I've chosen them. They are gems.

Excuse me.

Mr. Shubhankar, you were saying something?

- Sir, please answer. - Tell us, sir.

- Why are you quiet? - Just a minute.

- Mr. Shubhankar, please. - What's wrong, sir?

- Please come back, sir. - Mr. Shubhankar?

Mr. Rahim, you've returned after two years.

What can we expect from the team?

We expect our team to perform well at the Asian Games.

How do you feel, Mr. Rahim?

It feels great. The team has worked hard...

You didn't let me complete my question.

How do you feel upon knowing that your football team

won't go to Jakarta?

- They won't go to Jakarta? - Why?

That's what Mr. Shubhankar has found out just now.

Mr. Rahim, do you have anything to say on this?

Mr. Rahim, did you know about this?

Mr. Rahim, what do you know about this?

Understood, sir. We won't send the team. Okay, sir.

What is the matter, Mr. Shubhankar?

I don't know.

The Finance Ministry has decided not to send the team

for the Asian Games this time.

Finance Ministry?

What have they got to do with this?

They didn't say anything.

What do you mean, they didn't say anything?

Didn't you demand an explanation?

Mr. Rahim, I am the President of the Football Federation

not of the country.

I cannot ask Finance Minister Morarji Desai for an...

The country is facing a shortage in foreign exchange, Mr. S.A. Rahim.

For this reason, the Finance Ministry had to reduce the contingent.

They called the day before.

As the top sports journalist in the country

they wanted to know from me how the contingent can be reduced.

So, I suggested that they should drop those sports

that have no scope of winning a medal.

But they said, dropping a few players wouldn't help.

Then I suggested

they should remove football.

We have zero expectations that this team can win a medal.

It will help save the expenses of around 22 people.

Why such enmity?

20 young players could have helped football progress in the country

and you snatched that opportunity from them.

For the betterment and future of the country

you need to make such sacrifices sometimes, Mr. S.A. Rahim.

Bitter pill.

You are all done. Leave now.

The government will have to pay for your return journey too.

Jarnail...

Until I come back

don't go anywhere.

Mr. Rahim, I know why you're here.

The Finance Ministry has made their final decision.

The minister is busy. He can't meet you.

I have given my entire life to Indian football.

The least you can do is give me five minutes.

Rahim sir,

there is nothing I can do.

We have to keep the contingent small.

And considering the winnability...

Sir.

My boys have worked really hard.

And I'm confident that they'll do India proud.

All they need is a chance.

Rahim sir, I can't send your football team

because we don't have so many dollars to spend.

How many bureaucrats, politicians and dignitaries are going, sir?

Don't send them all. Send the players instead.

It's the Asian Games, sir, not the Asian Summit.

No politician can do what our players can.

Sir, you're such a genius!

What are you saying, Shubhankar?

Look at them, sir.

He won't come.

Just go back to your guesthouse

and leave for your homes tomorrow morning.

Do take along tomorrow's newspaper from the guesthouse, okay?

There'll be news of the Indian football team

not going to Jakarta. Okay?

Bad luck, but do read it.

- Like a souvenir. - A souvenir!

Shubhankar! Souvenir...

Hey, where are you from?

Secunderabad, right?

- From team India. - Oh!

Can you wash clothes?

- Yes, sir. - Yes, sir.

You won't get any pocket expense. Will you manage?

Yes, sir.

The government has no hope that you can win a medal.

- Will you be able to win one? - Yes, sir!

Then team India will go, and play.

Good joke.

If you publish false news

do you think you'll still remain one of the top sports journalists of India?

T-That's not possible.

This is ridiculous.

Well... Sir...

Sir...

I cannot take the entire team along.

I can only take 16 players.

Those whose names I call out now

won't be part of the team.

Hakim.

You haven't paid a price for being my son.

I know, Dad.

You play well.

But those who are going play well too.

I know that too, Dad.

Then you should also know

that it hurts to oust a good player

and it hurt me terribly while ousting you.

I know, coach.

Dad could wrong me.

But Coach S.A. Rahim

would never be unfair to an Indian team player.

I was just thinking about

who'll look after you in Jakarta.

Take care of yourself, Dad.

Welcome to the Gelora Bung Karno stadium

which has been especially prepared by the Indonesian government

for the fourth Asian Games.

Inaugurating the games is President Bung Karno himself.

The Asian Games have been declared open.

16 nations have come on the field with their respective flags.

What a beautiful scene!

Another historic moment.

The fourth Asian Games begin with football.

It's actually a big competition.

Asian football has made good progress in the past few years

the credit for which goes to teams like South Korea and Japan.

You're right, Dev.

In the last two Asian Games, South Korea won two silver medals

and even today...

The first match is going to be between India and South Korea.

But India could face a setback right at the beginning.

Peter Thangaraj, the first-choice goalkeeper of India

injured his right leg during practise yesterday.

Try to move. Stop.

Try to move.

Stop.

I don't think he should play, Mr. Rahim.

He's got a lot of swelling.

The rest is up to you. Keep icing.

Come to a decision quickly.

I will play, Rahim sir.

There is no problem, I am fine. Look.

Hey, easy...

He's ready.

But he will need two players to be steady.

Good.

All you can see is his injured leg, Mr. Shubhankar.

You won't be able to see his willpower.

Excuse me.

I'll handle it, Rahim sir. Please.

Please...

Ramesh, if you look at the statistics

the South Korean team is much stronger

and more experienced on paper, compared to India.

Thanks to their forwards, Park Seung and Cha Tae-sung

South Korea didn't lose even once in the last 11 games.

Football is a popular sport in South Korea.

That's why we see several South Korean football fans in the stadium today.

Let me also tell you

that India has been performing terribly since the past two years.

Absolutely, that's why India replaced its coach.

Coach S.A. Rahim is back.

It'll be interesting to watch

if his comeback can improve India's performance.

A change in the final 11 players of India.

As we assumed, due to Thangaraj's injury today's goalkeeper will be Pradyut Burman.

This is Pradyut's first international match.

Obviously, he'll do his best to prove himself.

The match begins with the referee's whistle.

Chuni Goswami passes the ball to PK Banerjee.

He passes it to Trilok Singh Balsera. He lobs to Arun Ghosh.

Arun takes the ball forward from the left wing.

He dodges Kim Hong with a stepover

and passes the ball back to PK Banerjee.

PK Banerjee taking the ball forward...

But Korean defender Cho Nam takes the ball from PK Banerjee.

The Korean team has spread across the field.

Cho makes an aerial pass to Son Kyung towards left wing.

Son Kyung makes a long pass to Park Seung.

The Indian team is nowhere to be seen.

That's Korea's first attack. Another long pass.

Cha Tae-sung's shoot, and the ball touched the cross bar and missed!

Korea! Korea! Korea!

Pradyut Burman's goal kick resumes the game.

Trilok Singh gets the ball, he passes it to midfielder Ethiraj.

Ethiraj forming India's first attack from the right wing.

Ethiraj moves forward swiftly, his first step over.

Korean defender making it difficult for Ethiraj in his second step over.

The ball is now with the Korean players.

Ram Bahadur's sliding tackle was a miss.

Kim Chan's long pass towards midfield.

Ramesh, India is playing in short passes.

Whereas the Koreans are covering maximum field with long passes.

Another long pass to Kim Hong.

Kim Chan takes the ball towards the final third.

That was a cutback!

Trying to look for his forwards through a fantastic cross.

Pradyut Burman misjudged!

A spectacular bicycle kick by Cha Tae-sung

and goal!

Korea! Korea!

Korea scores its first goal. Korea leading with 1-0.

Do something. I beg of you, play now.

Dev, this may be Pradyut Burman's first match

but we must question his judgement here.

Another amazing aerial through, ball towards Cha Tae-sung.

A fantastic shoot by Cha Tae-sung.

The ball once again goes over Pradyut Burman

towards the top right corner, and a second goal by Korea!

Dev, South Korea's game is spectacular.

A standing ovation by the crowd.

South Korea lives up to its expectations.

They prove how an experienced team should play.

I think it's going to be difficult for India to return now.

But it's not impossible, Dev.

The game isn't over yet.

Let's see how India changes its strategy.

Park Seung finds another opportunity.

A long-range shot from outside the box, and a third goal!

A late reaction by Pradyut Burman yet again!

Dev, Thangaraj's reaction time is much lesser compared to Pradyut

and that's why Thangaraj has been

India's first choice goalkeeper for several years now.

Also, Ramesh, Thangaraj's height

is a big advantage for the Indian team.

You should be able to stop

such long-range shots in international games.

Korea is attacking again.

The Korean team moving towards India's goalpost with short passes.

India's body language shows they have given up already.

That's Korea's cross from the left wing.

Another misjudgement by Pradyut!

An amazing header by Park Seung, and their fourth goal!

Korea 4, India 0.

We expected a tough fight today, but India could not

live up to the expectations of 47 crore people.

That's the final whistle.

Dev, India must be dejected after losing with such a big margin.

But India must learn from this.

They must rectify their mistakes

and come back with a blank slate for the next match.

Now let's move on to the Greco-Roman 87 kilogram wrestling competition.

An incredible wrestling match will soon begin.

Sir.

Mr. Rahim.

S.A. Rahim.

You were talking too much the other day, weren't you?

So, your return ticket for tomorrow has been booked.

Your team lost to Thailand terribly in the previous tournament.

Aren't they playing against Thailand tomorrow?

No one expects that you'll win.

Not even your players.

All the best, Mr. Rahim.

Let's go.

South Korea is a strong team.

They are strong? We lost because Thangaraj did not play.

Pradyut, you let them get those goals.

What was my fault?

You could not defend properly, and you are blaming me?

Blame?

Their defence was very strong.

They didn't even let us go forward.

You would not be able to do anything anyway, PK.

You couldn't even cross the half-line.

The entire game you were pussyfooting.

- The entire game. - What are you saying?

What do you mean, I was pussyfooting?

- He is right. - Hold on.

There was no coordination in the game today.

Chuni and he missed so many passes.

- What are you talking about? - Of course...

Rahim sir.

Sit.

Why is football known as a team game?

What is the importance of every position in football?

Why do formations change according to every match?

I asked these three questions

because you are asking each other the wrong questions.

Look for the answers to these.

Our return tickets have been booked for tomorrow.

Everyone feels we will lose to Thailand tomorrow.

I think we can beat any team in the world.

But what I think doesn't matter.

Because I am not on the field.

You are on the field.

Ladies and gentlemen, let's now move towards

the football competition in the Asian Games

where the third match of Group A is about to begin

between India and Thailand.

After their previous defeat, coach Rahim's team is back

on the field with a new strategy.

India will be seen playing in a 4-2-4 formation.

Dev, let me tell our listeners, a 4-2-4 formation

means four attackers, two midfielders

and four defenders, and one goalkeeper.

This is a balanced formation.

Perhaps, coach Rahim has planned this formation

to handle an attacking team like Thailand.

The match begins with India's kick-off.

Trilok Singh Balsera passes the ball from the midfield

to defender Arun Ghosh.

He passes it to midfielder Ram Bahadur.

He passes it towards the left-winger.

India attacking from the left wing.

The ball is with Balaram.

Thailand's defender pushes him with his shoulder.

Indian players demanding foul from the referee.

But the referee says, play on. The game continues.

As I was saying,

Thailand often attacks and plays aggressively.

Wichit, the most experienced centre forward

takes the ball forward.

Pradyut Burman getting nervous

and Thailand's first shot towards the goal.

An incredible save by Pradyut!

Dev, our hearts were racing too.

The ball is in the air, going towards Trilok Singh.

Another hard tackle by Thailand.

The referee indicates 'play on' again.

Thailand's strategy is clear.

The ball can go forward, but the Indian players can't.

This is also known as a successful strategy.

A sliding tackle by Thailand. Arun Ghosh falls this time.

Wichit takes the ball forward from the left wing.

What will we call this, Ramesh?

Is India falling weak before Thailand?

That is what the referee thinks.

Jarnail Singh moving forward swiftly!

An amazing sliding tackle! That was good defence.

He jumped for a header! Incredible, Jarnail Singh!

Thailand attacking from the right corner.

Jarnail heads the ball and shifts it away from the goal.

Dev, Jarnail is aware that this is a do-or-die situation for India.

If India loses this match, they'll be out of the competition.

Yes, Ramesh, and threat still lingers.

Thailand has the corner

and this team specialises in turning corners into goals.

Yes, Dev, Chaiyonk has the ball for the corner.

He's world-famous for corner kicks.

That is a corner kick!

A fantastic header, and goal!

An incredible connect by Wichit.

A corner kick turned into goal exceptionally well.

The score is, Thailand 1, India 0.

What's that? An Indian player has fallen on the field.

Dev, that's Jarnail Singh, the best defender of India.

Ramesh, the situation seems intense.

Press it...

- Medic! - Medic!

Hurry up!

This is a heavy loss for India.

Ramesh, this means India will have to continue playing with 10 players now.

Jarnail Singh, their best defender, is out.

The Indian defence line is weak. India has fallen weak.

Make them pay for this.

The game resumes. Chuni Goswami passes to PK Banerjee.

PK passes it to Arun Ghosh.

The Thailand players moving forward.

Arun Ghosh dodges two players.

A spectacular flick by Ram Bahadur.

The Indian team playing with unity.

PK Banerjee moving forward.

A back pass by Arun Ghosh.

PK Banerjee's fierce shoot from outside the box.

That's a goal! The ball has pierced through the net!

India has responded to rough play with their performance.

Ram Bahadur dodges Panich beautifully, takes the ball forward.

He passes it to PK Banerjee. The ball is now with Chuni.

He dodges Asdang.

The goalkeeper is down!

The score is, India 2, Thailand 1.

Balaram scores a goal too. India 3, Thailand 1.

Attacking from the right wing, and a fourth goal!

Ramesh, with only 10 players, coach Rahim's team of young boys

made Thailand bite the dust with a score of 4-1.

India has moved to the next level.

The next match is between India and Japan.

Our boys were amazing. They played well.

I didn't expect this from the football team.

- Excuse me, Mr. Sodhi. - Mr. Sodhi.

Mr. Sodhi, India has won against Thailand by 4-1.

They've been performing well in hockey, athletics

boxing and volleyball too.

As India's spokesperson, this must be a moment of pride for you.

Absolutely.

We only won 13 medals at the Tokyo Asian Games.

We expect more this time.

Mr. Sodhi, do you feel that boycotting

two countries at these games is not right?

It is very wrong.

Sports unite people, not divide them.

Influenced by the Arab countries

Indonesia didn't allow Taiwan and Israel to participate in these games.

That was wrong.

It is a shame on the Indonesian government.

Politics and sports should not be mixed.

Shame?

Mr. Sodhi, don't you think your comment on my government

are a bit too harsh?

Not as harsh as your government for not letting two nations participate.

These are Asian Games, and not just Indonesian Games.

My dear lady

sometimes deaf ears need harsh words.

Now, if you'll please excuse me.

Thank you.

- Mr. Sodhi, one more question. - Mr. Sodhi, one more question.

Rahim, dear, congratulations!

Take care of yourself.

- Talk to Saira. - Yes, Mom.

Come on.

- I want to hear him. - No you don't.

Hakim, come on.

How do you feel?

I feel good.

You will only feel good hereon.

I will pray for you.

I will hang up now.

Take care.

Good luck.

Rahim sir seems very ill.

My dad would also...

Coughing does not always mean cancer. Come on, PK.

- Get out, India! - PK...

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

Why are they yelling 'get out, India'?

What have we done?

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

Ramesh, after the match with Thailand

Mr. Sodhi's statement has caused protests in different parts of Jakarta.

The people of Indonesia have taken it the wrong way.

Absolutely, Dev.

And we see a glimpse of these protests in the stadium.

Every Indian player playing in the Asian Games today

will have to face the wrath.

Yes, Ramesh. It is very difficult to perform at such high-pressure matches.

Moreover, the rage of the crowd will only add to the pressure.

Don't expect the crowd to cheer you.

Play with your ears closed today.

We are competing against the most energetic team in Asia.

Yes, sir!

Ladies and gentlemen, the match has begun.

Kamamoto, with his incredible dribbling

already attacking from the centre for Japan.

Moving ahead with force, dodging Indian defenders.

He's at a one-on-one position with Pradyut Burman.

This could be Japan's first goal!

But Pradyut Burman charges and grabs the ball from Kamamoto.

An incredible save!

Hats off to Pradyut's bravery!

It is very difficult to save in a one-on-one, Dev.

Absolutely. The game moves towards midfield.

Balaram taking the ball forward.

Balaram's trademark reverse flick.

What a spectacular goal! Wow!

Ramesh, whoever wins this match between India and Japan

will qualify for the semi-final.

That's right. The Indian team is playing very well.

Pradyut Burman's wonderful save at the near post.

Another attack from Japan, and a double save by Pradyut!

Trilok Singh clears the ball.

We see an incredible reflex here. A good team effort.

PK Banerjee taking the ball forward.

He has an opportunity

and that's a goal!

India 2, Japan 0. What a performance by India!

India has entered the semi-final!

They will now compete against Vietnam.

An interesting match between India and Vietnam.

Vietnam leading with two goals. Final 40 minutes left.

Let me tell our listeners, this is the semi-final

and India looks weak.

A tough time for India.

Ram Bahadur taking the ball forward!

He dribbles and takes the ball forward with a beautiful 360 skill.

Dodges from right to left, then left to right.

A fake shot to the keeper!

And goal! A beautiful finish.

India's first goal. Vietnam 2, India 1.

Ramesh, news just came in that South Korea

has beat Malay in the semi-final and entered the finals.

In the second semi-final

India and Vietnam are both hellbent on winning.

A very interesting match.

Arun Ghosh has the ball.

The ball is now with Trilok Singh Balsera.

He passes the ball to captain Chuni Goswami.

A fantastic goal!

Another incredible comeback by India.

Ramesh, this is being called a comeback team.

Vietnam didn't think India would progress from 0-2 to 2-2.

What does Rahim sir teach them at half time

that helps the team flip the game in the second half?

A hard tackle for DMK Afzal from behind.

Vietnam is clearly trying to break India's momentum.

The referee has declared a free kick.

It was obvious. A hard tackle like this deserves a free kick, Dev.

I think since the Vietnam team failed to break

coach Rahim's strategy, they couldn't think straight.

Yes, Ramesh. This free kick is very important.

If they can convert this free kick, the Indian team will go into the finals.

Or else they will get extra time.

And as we knew already

captain Chuni Goswami will take the free kick.

Chuni knows this could be a last chance for India.

47 crore Indians have their hopes on this free kick.

Last few minutes left. India 2, Vietnam 2.

We need a goal, Chuni! Come on!

And that was an incredible goal!

Vietnam must have never imagined

that India would go from 2-0 to 2-3.

Historic!

With this, India qualifies for the finals.

Let me tell our listeners

that football is the only sport in the world

where your feet decide your fate.

One man.

All by himself.

Chuni.

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

- Get out, India! - Get out, India!

Get out, India!

Close the windows!

Get down!

Get out, India! Get out, India!

Get out, India! Get out, India!

Get out, India! Get out, India!

Let me tell our listeners that Mr. Sodhi's statement

has caused outrage amongst the people.

The bus in which the Indian team was travelling

was attacked by a mob.

The situation got so tense that the army had to intervene

and control the situation.

We hope no player was hurt.

Actually... I...

came to wish you boys luck.

PK. Come with me.

- Come quickly. - What happened?

Come with me.

- Chuni. - Coming.

Don't cry.

Today is your day, Chuni.

Rahim sir.

Sit.

Sit down.

That one match we were all waiting for

is this.

One.

What is one?

One is the smallest and the biggest number in the world.

But it is not about number one.

It is about one.

It is about that one smile

that forces the opponent to wonder

why we are not under pressure in the final game.

It is about that one picture

which may not get published in the papers tomorrow

but it will be imprinted in your minds for good.

It is about that one child

who will be inspired by you

and start playing football tomorrow.

It is about that one dream

which makes life fun today

and will help us die in peace.

And it's about that one determination

with which you will step on the field today.

One thought,

one belief,

one heart,

one mind.

That is why, enter the field as 11...

But play as...

...one.

Dev, the Indian team arrives on the field

under the captaincy of Chuni Goswami.

Two major changes by coach Rahim, Jarnail Singh and Peter Thangaraj.

Jarnail Singh still looks quite injured.

But Peter Thangaraj will be the talk of the town.

Because he has not played a single match in this competition.

Despite such a good game by Pradyut Burman

do you think coach Rahim should have broken his winning combination?

What do you think, Ramesh?

Whatever anyone may say, Dev, but every decision

taken by coach S.A. Rahim so far has proved beneficial.

The Asian Games are at its final stage.

We will get the result for football today.

Milkha Singh has won a gold medal in the 400-metre race.

Padam Bahadur wins a gold medal in light-weight boxing.

Let's see if India can win a gold medal in football.

Ramesh, Korea.

Silver in the 1954 Asian games.

Winners of the 1956 Asia Cup.

Silver in the 1958 Asian games.

Winners of the 1960 Asia Cup.

Winners of the 1960 Merdeka Cup.

Team South Korea arrives on the ground.

The crowd excitedly welcomes the Korean team, Ramesh.

Malay beat Philippines by 15 goals

but they were beaten in the semi-finals by South Korea.

Look at the confidence of the goalkeeper.

He is standing there so casually, as if the ball will never reach him.

India could not even get the ball to him in the last game.

There's a huge difference between that Indian team and this one, Ramesh.

This team responds to all criticisms with their performance.

It's been at a winning streak.

What happened?

Wear these.

I'll feel as if I am playing too. Please.

Best of luck.

Ramesh, nine days ago, when India lost to Korea

I never thought I would witness India against Korea

in the final match of this tournament.

Dev, this implies that Korea is under slight pressure

to continue their winning streak.

This is a huge opportunity for India to prove itself.

But Ramesh, India's morale must be down at this time.

More than one lakh people have been yelling

and cheering only Korea.

The game has begun. The ball is with Park Seung.

A nice lob by Park Seung.

He crosses half the field and passes it to Son Kyung.

Son Kyung moves from the left wing, dodges Chandra.

Ramesh, this is how they scored goals in the previous match too.

Korea has an opportunity.

That's a cross. Cha Tae-sung has an opportunity, and...

A wonderful save by Thangaraj!

Coach Rahim used his trump card at the perfect time.

Dev, this is why Thangaraj was brought back.

You might remember that they played with high-ball in the previous match.

Pradyut Burman was beaten miserably during their high-ball.

They were beaten by four goals, if I'm not wrong.

Thangaraj is contributing well to the game.

The ball is passed to Ram Bahadur.

A goalkeeper's role is vital.

He's like the eye of the team...

Balaram missed the pass. Korea gets a throw-in.

As I was saying, a goalkeeper can inspect a game properly from behind

besides saving goals.

A goalkeeper makes an important contribution to the game.

The ball is with Kim Chan. He dodges a player, lobs again.

India still hasn't been able to break their high-ball lobs.

Look at that, the ball has reached the box in one shot.

Jarnail has failed, but a wonderful save by Thangaraj.

Saved the ball like a wall.

This has proved to be an effective change.

An interesting game.

Thangaraj passes the ball to Chandrashekhar.

The ball is with Chandrashekhar, he passes it to Ram Bahadur.

Ram Bahadur playing from the midfield passes it to Trilok Singh on the right.

The ball is with Trilok Singh Balsera, passes it to PK Banerjee.

PK Banerjee moving forward swiftly.

He's about to attack. He has a good opportunity.

India towards the midfield...

Let's see if they can cross the Korean midfield.

He's moving swiftly, and a sliding tackle by Cho Nam.

He takes the ball.

The ball is with Kim Chan, he takes it forward.

Dodging two players brilliantly. Cha Tae-sung has an opportunity.

A beautiful sliding tackle near the box.

The way Jarnail Singh took the ball from Cha Tae-sung...

They couldn't do the same in the previous match.

Beautiful coordination amongst the Indian team.

The ball is with Chuni Goswami, moving from the midfield.

But unfortunately, another opportunity lost.

The Korean team taking the ball forward.

Korea has another opportunity.

Two players clashing with Thangaraj.

An incredible save by Thangaraj! Korea has failed again.

- Are you okay? - No, no.

It seems serious, Dev.

Thangaraj isn't getting up.

Ramesh, Thangaraj's right leg was injured

because of which he couldn't play in this tournament.

We hope he hasn't hurt the same leg.

This was his first match against Korea in the finals

and he seems to be hurt again.

This is going to be worrisome for S.A. Rahim and India.

If the goalkeeper is out, the game is over.

It's a one-sided game then.

The world is in talks about the substitution rule currently, Ramesh.

If he doesn't get up, who's going to substitute?

Dev, in the qualifying match of 1954, I remember

German player Horst Eckel was replaced by Richard Gottinger.

Moreover, the substitution laws were also entered

in the rule book in 1958.

But unfortunately, this rule

still hasn't got a go-ahead at high-level competitions.

Thangaraj has decided to continue playing.

Let me tell our listeners that Thangaraj is dragging his foot right now.

He's got hurt in the same injured leg again.

Thangaraj seems to be in a lot of pain.

A sliding tackle.

Ram Bahadur helps him from behind.

But the ball is still in possession of Arun Ghosh.

Another good move by India, towards South Korea's goalpost.

The ball is back into Korea's midfield.

PK, Chuni and Balaram taking the ball forward.

They have an opportunity, but unfortunately

it's impossible to break into Korea's midfield.

Korea! Korea!

Thangaraj is in an intense situation.

The Korean team trying to attack again.

The Indian midfield is unable to come back in time.

Dodging the Indian defenders...

A terrific save by Thangaraj.

Park Seung has arrived from the left wing.

He must do something soon.

And a fantastic goal!

Incredible! South Korea scores its first goal in the game!

Dev, I must say that Thangaraj was performing really well.

If he wasn't hurt, he'd have saved this one too.

He could save well from the left

but unfortunately, he couldn't save from the right side because of his injured leg.

Dev, that's the half-time whistle.

Korea 1, India 0.

Korea! Korea! Korea!

Korea is going towards the changing room

but coach S.A. Rahim has stopped his players on the field.

South Korea has returned to the field.

Ramesh, coach Rahim's strategy has changed drastically.

Jarnail Singh, the most successful defender of India

has been sent to the position of centre forward by coach S.A. Rahim.

It's quite a shocking move.

Ghosh has the ball, he passes it to Chuni.

Chuni takes the ball forward, but a wonderful tackle by Cho Nam.

Cho has reached the centreline.

A nice sliding tackle by Jarnail on the centre line.

Jarnail passes it to PK.

PK has crossed the midfield.

For the first time, the Indian team has broken into the Korean defence line.

And that's India's first attack.

Ramesh, for the first time, the ball has reached the keeper of South Korea

and you must have noticed how his cap came down.

Now he must contribute to the match too

because team India is attacking.

An incredible long pass.

Kim Hong passes the ball to Park Seung.

Seung takes the ball forward.

But Jarnail grabs the ball from the centre line again.

That's... another attack.

India near the Korean box.

A shot by Arun Ghosh, but a rebound, and the ball is out.

Ramesh, it's now evident why coach S.A. Rahim

wanted Jarnail to play at the centre line.

Jarnail Singh would defend near their goal

but now, he is defending at the centreline.

What a strategy!

Another attack from Korea.

An attempt by Cha Tae-sung,

but a fantastic save by Thangaraj.

Come.

We see the Indian team changing its position on the field.

The ball is with Ram Bahadur, he passes it to Arun Ghosh.

Arun Ghosh passes it to Chandra.

India moving forward with one-touch passes.

Arun Ghosh back-passes to Trilok Singh.

Trilok Singh Balsera, Ram Bahadur forming a chain.

PK to Trilok, Trilok to Ram Bahadur

India within the Korean box.

The ball is with Arun Ghosh now, he passes it to PK.

And goal!

I can't believe this, Ramesh!

India has scored a goal against Korea!

A terrific strategy by coach Rahim!

India 1, Korea 1!

Dodging PK Banerjee...

An amazing defence by an Indian player.

Ram Bahadur dodges the player.

Trilok trying to grab the ball.

The ball is in possession of Park Seung.

He takes the ball forward, passes it to Cha Tei-sung.

Cha Tei-sung has entered the top of the box.

A tackle by Jarnail Singh. Cha Tei-sung falls.

The referee declares foul

and a penalty.

Jarnail Singh hard-tackled Cha Tei-sung inside the Indian box

and made the player fall without touching the ball.

This gives Korea a penalty kick.

The Indian players are asking the referee to overturn the penalty.

But the decision is not being overturned.

Korea could get a lead here, Ramesh.

In penalty kicks, Korea has a 90%... I'm sorry...

99% conversion rate.

India could be at a heavy loss here.

Last five minutes left.

Ram!

Go!

Thangaraj passes the ball to Ram Bahadur. India begins its counter attack.

Ram Bahadur takes the ball from the top of the box.

The Indian team moving forward with him.

The Korean players behind them with full force trying to get the ball.

PK Banerjee manages to outrun the Korean players.

Chuni Goswami moving forward too.

The entire Indian team moving towards the Korean goal.

The Indian team has reached the Korean box.

Arun Ghosh... I'm sorry, Ram Bahadur has passed the ball

to Trilok Singh near the right wing.

And that's a goal!

A spectacular header by Jarnail Singh!

The second goal by India!

India 2, south Korea 1.

Mr. Rahim rightly calls this the team of comebacks.

South Korea making a move.

South Korea moves towards the Indian goalpost.

Only three minutes left. Korea moving towards the Indian goal with full force.

Fall back!

This is a last chance for Korea.

It's a do-or-die situation for both teams.

A fantastic run by Korea,

dodging the Indian defenders.

Thangaraj's dive, Cha Tae-sung's attack,

the goalpost is empty and...

We may depart to the sky

Bidding our dreams goodbye

On the land where our eyes were brimming with desire

If you try to look, you'll find me right here

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

The world will recognise us

A day like that will come

We will be remembered fondly

Let the revolution begin

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

The world will recognise us

A day like that will come

We will be remembered fondly

Let the revolution begin

Slowly, let us take flight

Without a fright

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

We may depart to the sky

Bidding our dreams goodbye

On the land where our eyes were brimming with desire

If you try to look, you'll find me right here

The heart tries to achieve the impossible

The dreams still seem unreasonable

But whatever hope is left is quite enough

The dreams still seem unreasonable

We may depart to the sky

Bidding our dreams goodbye

On the land where our eyes were brimming with desire

If you try to look, you'll find me right here

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

The world will recognise us

A day like that will come

We will be remembered fondly

Let the revolution begin

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

The world will recognise us

A day like that will come

We will be remembered fondly

Let the revolution begin

Slowly, let us take flight

Without a fright

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass

Let the sounds resonate

Let us sing

Let the sun shine on these fields and grass

We wish to go, let us pass