Come January 13, football fans across the region can take their chance to witness the FIFA World Cup Trophy for free at Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, as the iconic trophy of the world’s biggest tournament is set to arrive in the city for the first time at 10 a.m. on January 13 and will be placed for public display from 3 p.m. at no cost.
The FIFA World Cup, the biggest-ever edition this year, is being hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, making it the first World Cup to be held in three countries simultaneously. The global showpiece will see 104 matches, featuring 48 teams, played across 16 host cities in three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Assam Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Nandita Gorlosa broke the news at a press conference held at the conference hall of Bhogeshwari Phukanani Indoor Stadium in Dispur. As part of the celebration, a vibrant cultural programme will be organised on the Coke Studio stage from 3 p.m., featuring performances by popular singers Shankuraj and Rito Riba, among others, Minister Gorlosa announced.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour in Assam is expected to inspire a new generation of football lovers, strengthen grassroots sports culture, and reaffirm the state’s growing prominence in India’s sporting landscape. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma will officially inaugurate the event. Significantly, the trophy’s Assam visit coincides with its return to India after a gap of 12 years, making the occasion even more momentous.
