Pelé will always be the king of football, says Vighnesh Shahane

Talking football with Vighnesh Shahane, CEO and Whole Time Director, IDBI Federal Life Insurance:

Favourite team
“I love the way Brazil plays the game. It looks a whole lot different from the other teams. They have a natural style. They seem to have fun and express themselves beautifully on the field.”


Favourite player
“Pelé. For me, he will always be the king of football.”

Favourite football moment
“I actually have two. One is Paolo Rossi’s hat-trick for Italy in their shock 3-2 win against Brazil in the 1982 World Cup. And second is Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal in the 1986 World Cup.”

Plans for the 2018 World Cup
“I couldn’t travel to Russia to watch the World Cup, but I am looking forward to catching the action on TV, especially post the quarterfinal stage. I will be watching all of Brazil’s games.”