Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has introduced a money reward of Rs 1 crore for the Indian males’s soccer staff for successful the Hero Intercontinental Cup right here. India rode on skipper Sunil Chhetri’s 87th worldwide aim and Lallianzuala Chhangte’s strike to beat Lebanon 2-0 within the ultimate and carry the Intercontinental Cup on the Kaling Stadium on Sunday night time.

“It is a matter of great pride for our state to host this prestigious Intercontinental Cup. Congratulations to India on their victory in the face of stiff competition. It is our intention to hold many more football events in Odisha and support the growth of the sport in Odisha and India,” Patnaik mentioned throughout the closing ceremony.

All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey thanked the Odisha authorities for efficiently internet hosting the match.

“We couldn’t have had a better venue and ending to the Hero Intercontinental Cup. I thank Odisha government for extending all support and hospitality to the participating teams and for hosting a spectacular tournament,” he mentioned.

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