World soccer physique, FIFA on Monday unveiled the official mascot of the U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022 — Ibha — an Asiatic lioness representing ladies energy. According to FIFA, Ibha goals to encourage ladies and ladies throughout India and around the globe to grasp their potential.
The match will likely be held in India from October 11-30 subsequent yr. The announcement coincided with the International Day of the Girl Child.
“Ibha is a powerful, playful and charming Asiatic lioness that goals to encourage and encourage ladies and ladies through the use of teamwork, resilience, kindness and empowering others.”
In addition to the meaning behind her name, which approximately translates in Khasi as “one with good vision or judgement”, Ibha additionally hopes to encourage ladies in India and around the globe to take the correct choices and attain their full potential.
“Ibha is a very thrilling and provoking character, one which younger followers throughout India and around the globe could have big enjoyable having fun with and interacting with within the lead-as much as the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in India subsequent yr,” said Sarai Bareman, FIFA Chief Women’s Football Officer.
“2022 is on course to be a hugely significant year for women’s football, with future stars of the game set to showcase their skills in India just nine months before the FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off in Australia and New Zealand in 2023.
“Through the platform of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Ibha will play an important role in engaging with fans, as well as encouraging and inspiring more women and girls across India and beyond to take part and play the game.”
All India Football Federation President and Local Organising Committee (LOC) chairman Praful Patel added: “The launch of the official mascot Ibha is yet one more important milestone achieved on the highway to internet hosting the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022.
“Ibha symbolises braveness and power, that are core qualities of each lady, whereas additionally embodying the vibrance and visionary spirit of the match.”
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