Kolkata, Aug. 21 -- Indian football legend IM Vijayan has expressed his excitement over the upcoming India-Brazil international friendly, which will see the Brazil national football team visit India. He believes the arrival of Brazilian stars such as Vinicius Junior and Raphinha is a major positive development for Indian football and will bring global attention to the country.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers India has produced, Vijayan welcomed Brazil's visit and said that hosting a team of Brazil's stature could help generate greater interest in football among people across the country, according to an AIFF Media release.

Speaking about the impact of the match on India's young footballers, Vijayan said, "The young pl...