Football World Cup Should Become a Symbol of Unity and Peace Amid Global Conflicts, Says Pinarayi Vijayan

Thiruvananthapuram: With only hours left for the FIFA World Cup, which football fans across the world are eagerly waiting for, Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan has extended his wishes for the grand sporting event that brings people together beyond borders.

In a Facebook post, he said that at a time when wars, conflicts, and crises are creating challenges across the world, football — the most popular sport globally — should also become a symbol of unity and peace.

He said that as wars and conflicts continue to create uncertainty, the FIFA World Cup carries significance beyond being just a sporting event by spreading the great messages of humanity and brotherhood.