We trace the inspiration behind Ajay Devgn’s upcoming movie, Maidaan, the ace coach and the driving force behind Indian football’s golden age (yes we had one), whom the country forgot
Brazilian legend Pele had once played an exhibition match against Kolkata-based football club - Mohun Bagan at the iconic Eden Gardens. Yes, this is true; arguably the greatest footballer ever, Pele and his team took on this famous Indian club in the mid-70s.
After announcing his retirement from football in 1974, a year later, he signed a three-year, $7 million contract with the North American Soccer League team - New York Cosmos, with whom he toured India to play a friendly match.
The day when Mohun Bagan nearly beat the Pele-led New York Cosmos indianewengland.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from indianewengland.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.