FIFA Under-17 World Cup tournament director Javier Ceppi on Tuesday said the event was unsuccessful for the fans and he revealed witnessing the footballers in a dressing room along side rats, signifying mismanagement.
The 17th edition of the FIFA U-17 World in India on Saturday turned out to be a milestone event as it became the most attended and the highest scoring tournament ever.
England made a remarkable comeback from two goals down to outclass three-time runners-up Spain 5-2 and clinch their maiden FIFA U-17 World Cup at a packed Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday.
FIFA U-17 World Cup Final Highlights, England vs Spain: England made a remarkable comeback from two goals down to outclass three-time runners up Spain 5-2 and clinch their maiden title.
How to watch England vs Spain FIFA World Cup U-17 final match. Read all about live coverage and match action from Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata on October 28, 2017.
The 200-metres wide stretch leading up to the Salt Lake Stadium main gate will be adorned with a vibrant and multicolour display of geometric floor patterns.
As of now, the LOC has confirmed that FIFA president Gianni Infantino, AIFF supremo Prafful Patel and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be present for the final.
The total number of spectators, who turned up at the six host venues across the country, currently stand at 12,24,027, a mere 6949 less than the earlier attendance of 12,30,976 set in the first edition of the tournament in China in 1985.