Local politician says statue is meant to inspire young people, but critics say it is inappropriate
A statue of Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled in Goa this week has triggered protests by some locals who say Indian footballers should be honoured ahead of one from the country that was Goa’s colonial ruler until 60 years ago.
The 400kg statue of the Manchester United and Portugal forward was intended to honour “the love of football” and “inspire our youngsters to take football to greater heights”, tweeted a local politician, Michael Lobo.
