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AIFF sends kits meant for ‘kids’ to India's senior women competing in historic Asian Cup

Follow Us The All India Football Federation (AIFF) embarrassed itself after members of the senior national women's team complained about ill-fitting kits sent for their highly anticipated Asian Cup competition in Australia. The members of the Indian team, preparing for a major continental competition after 23 years, expressed their disappointment in a letter addressed to AIFF Deputy General Secretary M Satyanarayanan. The players were allegedly sent kits meant for kids, forcing captain Sweety Devi Ngangbam, seniormost member Grace Dangmei, and the other seniors to mail a letter just two days before their event opener against Vietnam in Perth on Wednesday.

Indian players train ahead of their opening match against Vietnam in the AFC Women's Asian Cup at Perth in Australia

Indian players train ahead of their opening match against Vietnam in the AFC Women's Asian Cup at Perth in Australia

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Key Highlights

  • "Representing India on the international stage requires professional standards, including properly fitted and appropriate match and training apparel," the letter said.
  • ADVERTISEMENT "Over the past days, players and staff have already faced challenges due to the lack of appropriate clothing during preparation.
  • The arrival of incorrect match kits at this crucial stage has further affected morale and disrupted our focus in the final days leading up to the match.
  • "This internal meeting took place on 2nd March 2.00 pm between all the players.
  • The decision to draft this letter is collective.
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