Playing ball in Bengaluru: Tracing the city’s football culture (opens original article in a new tab)

The article explores Bengaluru's football culture, highlighting the role of Public Sector Undertakings in promoting the sport from the 1970s to 2000s and the emergence of academies later. It also notes the significant fanbase for Bengaluru FC despite cricket's dominance.

• Bengaluru's football culture was promoted by Public Sector Undertakings from the 1970s to early 2000s.
• Football academies emerged later to meet the demand for structured training in the sport.
• Bengaluru FC drew over 11,000 fans for an ISL match against Sporting Club Delhi.