Bollywood star John Abraham picks Indian footballers over Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Bollywood star John Abraham has never shied away from voicing his opinion on Indian football. As the co-owner of Indian Super League (ISL) club NorthEast United FC, the actor has consistently spoken about the sport’s growth and the need to give Indian players greater recognition. WATCH: JOHN ABRAHAM'S REPLY THAT WON HEARTS OF ALL INDIAN FOOTBALL FANS! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/LKWUx0JIki — IFTWC -…
Bollywood actor John Abraham, known for his vocal opinions on Indian football, recently expressed his preference for local players over international stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. As co-owner of NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League (ISL), Abraham has long advocated for greater recognition of Indian talent in the sport.
During a recent interview, he was asked to name his favorite footballer, and surprisingly, he chose several players from his own NorthEast United FC squad, including young talents Parthib Gogoi and goalkeeper Gurmeet Singh Chahal, as well as foreign forward Alaaeddine Ajaraie. Abraham firmly stated that his admiration is for Indian footballers, emphasizing his deep connection to the domestic game and his country.
His passion for Indian football extends beyond his role as a club co-owner; he has been closely involved in the team's efforts to promote the sport across the Northeast region. In other news, the 53-year-old actor is set to appear in the upcoming film Force 3 next year. Additionally, John Abraham recently showcased NorthEast United FC's new-season jersey ahead of the upcoming ISL 2026-27 season.
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