Goal 2012: Exposure to tough competition

KOCHI: "The exposure provided by the tournament is something unimaginable for  these young players. The chance to play against each other in a tournament which provides an attractive prize money has come as a relief for those   struggling financially,” Abdullah, coach of LNCPE, Thiruvananthapuram, said.‘Goal 2012’ has opened a window of opportunity for players. Football lovers across the state are enjoying the tournament which has witnessed eight teams in action. They are all satisfied with the exposure they get from the matches, he said.Athletics Federation of India joint secretary Tony Daniel shares the same opinion. He appreciated The New Indian Express  for conducting the tournament at the college-level.“There are just few tournaments for the college teams in the state. They are the future footballers and hence need more exposure. I hope ‘Goal 2012’ provides what they need,” he said.