Dr. Talimeren Ao was one of the pioneers of Indian football. He was the captain of the Indian football team in the first official match in 1948 London Olympics. This ace football from the North was also in the 1950 world cup team; the Indian team was barred from entering the tournament just because they played barefooted. He has a very important place in Indian football history. To commemorate his birth centenary in 2028, the government has called for ideas so that his contribution to the sport inspires the footballing generation to come.
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Talimeren Ao was an incredibly talented footballer, who played for Kolkata's premier Mohun Bagan club. Talimeren Ao was the first captain of the Indian football team. Fondly known as T Ao, or Tay Ao, or Dr Tay, the Nagaland native has a story that is enriching and legendary.14-Jul-2018
Profession: Football player
Place of birth: Nagaland
Education: R G KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE
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