ET 40 Under 40 Awards: Anushree Jindal reveals how husband Parth's love for Arsenal got her interested in football

Football and marriage are made up of two halves. Inevitably, some of Parth Jindal’s love for the sport has rubbed off on his wife Anushree. “As Parth’s wife, I don’t think I have much of a choice,” Anushree said, speaking over the jazz-based music in the background. “We were both in London for some time and he used to drag me to Arsenal games. That’s what got me interested in football.”

Parth was recently named a vice-president of the WIFA (Western India Football Association). In addition, the Jindal Group co-owns the IPL team Delhi Capitals. “We are glued to the TV during the IPL,” said Anushree, who heads a microfinance institution. “With Parth, there’s some sport on TV all the time.”