BAD IDEA
Will India play in the World Cup? Or do they still want to play barefoot?
India playing barefoot in the World Cup? Not unless the rules change and FIFA turns a blind eye to safety.
India’s football team does participate in international competitions, but playing barefoot is a nostalgic myth from colonial days, not a serious option now. To compete in tournaments like the World Cup, players need proper boots — because FIFA, the governing body, insists on it. So no, India isn't still trying to play barefoot on the world stage; that idea got retired decades ago with their socks and cleats.