Football is the most watched sport in the world and all the football clubs have a worldwide fan base. The number of fans increases or decreases as per the team's performance but several loyal ones keep on supporting their favourite team even in their bad patches.
Arsenal is one of the biggest and most successful clubs in London and they have a total of 77 million fans following as of now. Even though the Gunners haven't been in their form for a while now their fan following has remained loyal to them.
And almost 4500 miles away from London, in a city called Pune, there was a yearning and passion for the club. A few Gooners such as Akshay Kamthe, Akhil Nair and Neeraj Yardy gathered together in 2010 to do something different which Pune has never seen before and the idea of getting the UK culture of watching the match together at a venue where likeminded fans can come and enjoy the beautiful game made even more pleasant to watch by their club - The Arsenal.
Arsenal Pune then known as Pune Gooners, came together for their first ever match screening and what an occasion it was! The North London Derby! Arsenal hosting Tottenham at Emirates! Arsenal ran out impressive 5-2 winners! A small group of 6 Arsenal fans came together to start a journey with a dream to gather more and more fellow supporters to make this the best and biggest Arsenal supporters group in Pune.
The journey began...
This story is from the September 2022 edition of Sports Champ.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the September 2022 edition of Sports Champ.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
ICONIC STADIUM
From the ancient grandeur of the Roman Colosseum to the cuttingedge design of Beijing's Bird's Nest, stadiums around the world hold rich histories and enduring legacies. These structures not only host epic events but also reflect the cultural, political, and architectural advancements of their eras.
Channelise your energy in the proper manner
Tell us about your childhood and liking for sports at an early age
India's fabulous fifth
India secured their fifth Asian Champions Trophy Hockey title with a 1-0 win over China, extending their record in the prestigious tournament. Jugraj Singh's crucial goal brought home the victory, while captain Harmanpreet Singh led the team to their sixth overall title, capping off a dominant campaign.
KAPIL'S BRONZE BLITZ
Triumph Amidst The Roar
MAKING OF A CHAMPION
Becoming an Olympic gold medallist is no easy feat. For coaches, the process is a long and arduous journey that demands immense dedication, perseverance, and skill.
ATHLETE AND MENTAL HEALTH
‘The Weight of Gold’ is a documentary that depicts the mental health struggles of athletes competing at the highest level of sports.
'ATHLETES ARE NOT PREPARED FOR LIFE BEYOND SPORTS CAREER'
Dr Deb Agnew is an associate professor in the College of Education, Psychology, and Social Work at Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia. She teaches sociology of sports in the Bachelor of Sports and Active Recreation programme.
PARIS TRANSFORMS INTO A CITY FOR ALL
Paris is enhancing accessibility with 17 new Enhanced Accessibility Neighbourhoods, upgraded transport infrastructure, and 1,000 accessible taxis. These measures are part of a broader effort to improve mobility and ensure key services are easily reachable for everyone
Sarvesh leaps into Olympic history
Sarvesh Kushare, a high jumper from Maharashtra, made history as the first Indian to qualify for the Olympic Games in his event. Though he didn’t reach the finals, his experience in Paris has sparked hopes for future victories in upcoming Asian and World Championships.
Pioneering AI Initiatives for Athlete Well-being
Paris 2024 marks the first time AI has been used to provide safe online spaces for a large number of athletes competing in various sports simultaneously
