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Dipak Nandy reflects on World Cup journey as India hosts Brazil

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Dipak Nandy reflects on World Cup journey as India hosts Brazil

Summary

Indian football fan Dipak Nandy, aged 77, shares his experiences leading up to an international friendly between India and Brazil on October 3, 2026. Nandy has attended 11 World Cups since 1986, after a passion sparked by Amal Dutta bringing World Cup videos to Kolkata in 1966. This match marks Brazil's first visit for a friendly in Kolkata, prompting Nandy to watch from home rather than the stands. He cherishes memories of Diego Maradona and highlights the challenges India faces in developing a football culture amid its diverse.

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By the Numbers

•Dipak Nandy has witnessed 11 World Cups since 1986.
•Brazil plays their first international friendly in Kolkata.
•Nandy's passion for football began with World Cup videos in 1966.
•He emphasizes India's need for a unified football culture.
•Nandy plans to attend every World Cup he can, health permitting.

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8:29 AMYahoo Sports — After 11 World Cups, football finally comes home for one Indian fan

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From Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" to Zinedine Zidane's headbutt, Indian football fan Dipak Nandy has witnessed some of the World Cup's defining moments from the stands.Nandy's love affair with the game started in 1966, when Indian former footballer and coach Amal Dutta brought video reels of the World Cup back to Kolkata from England.
— Yahoo Sports

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