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Road to FIFA 2034 is a story that is already attracting attention across borders. Explore media coverage, interviews, podcasts and conversations following the people, ideas and developments shaping the journey.

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Video Road to FIFA 2034 14 Jul 2026

Minerva Academy vs Lillestrøm SK at Gothia Cup 2026

Road to FIFA 2034 reel from the Minerva Academy FC vs Lillestrøm SK 3 match (Boys 12) at Gothia Cup / World Youth Cup 2026 in Gothenburg. Watch video (opens in a new tab)

Playing Without Apology

Podcast The Modern India Podcast / The First and Only 30 Jan 2026

Playing Without Apology

Episode #80 (25:28). Sara Abdullah Pilot, co-founder and chairperson of CEQUIN (Centre for Equity and Inclusion), on the role sport can play in creating opportunities for girls and young women in India. Listen (opens in a new tab)

From Barefoot Dreams to the Norway Cup

Podcast The Modern India Podcast / The First and Only 23 Dec 2025

From Barefoot Dreams to the Norway Cup

Episode #79 (14:52). Chetan Tiwari of Minerva Academy U14 shares his story, from discovering football and joining Minerva Academy to training, competing and travelling to Europe with his teammates. Listen (opens in a new tab)

Building Champions from the Villages of India

Podcast The Modern India Podcast / The First and Only 29 Nov 2025

Building Champions from the Villages of India

Episode #78 (about 20 minutes). Ranjit Bajaj, founder of Minerva Academy, on finding raw talent in rural India, building discipline and belief in young players, and what must change for India to realise its potential as a football nation. Listen (opens in a new tab)

Press The Tribune / ANI 14 Nov 2025

Royal Norwegian Embassy honours Minerva Academy FC for Norway Cup triumph

ANI report, published by The Tribune, on the Embassy’s ceremony for Minerva Academy FC in New Delhi, including a panel discussion with the academy’s founder, staff and players. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press Asianet Newsable 14 Nov 2025

Norway Embassy honours Minerva Academy for winning Norway Cup 2025

Report on the Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi honouring Minerva Academy for its Norway Cup 2025 win, with sport presented as a bridge between India and Norway. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press WebIndia123 14 Nov 2025

Royal Norwegian Embassy honours Minerva Academy FC for Norway Cup triumph

Syndicated ANI report on the Royal Norwegian Embassy’s ceremony honouring Minerva Academy FC in New Delhi. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press The Statesman 13 Nov 2025

Royal Norwegian Embassy felicitates Minerva Academy FC for winning Norway Cup

Report on the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi honouring Minerva Academy FC for its Norway Cup 2025 title. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press India Today 31 Aug 2025

Minerva Academy U-14: How a team from Punjab conquered Europe

A feature on how Minerva Academy’s U14 team won the Gothia Cup, the Dana Cup and the Norway Cup in a single season. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press News on AIR (Akashvani) 28 Aug 2025

Sports Minister felicitated Minerva Academy Football Club for its achievements

Report on India’s Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, honouring Minerva Academy’s young players after their European treble. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press The Tribune / ANI 28 Aug 2025

Mansukh Mandaviya felicitates young footballers after historic European treble; calls it new beginning for football in India

ANI report, published by The Tribune, on Dr Mansukh Mandaviya honouring the Minerva Academy squad after its Gothia Cup, Dana Cup and Norway Cup treble. Read article (opens in a new tab)

Press Press Information Bureau, Government of India 28 Aug 2025

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Felicitates Young Footballers after Historic European Treble; Calls it New Beginning for Football in India

Official press release from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Dr Mansukh Mandaviya honouring Minerva Academy’s young footballers after their European treble. Read article (opens in a new tab)