KOCHI: Indian presence in World Cup teams is rare. It is often fans and volunteers who make up for it in football’s biggest stage. However, there is a Malayali presence in Qatar this time and Vinay Menon, who hails from Cherai in Ernakulam and settled in London, is working with the Belgium squad as the wellness coach. He will work closely with the likes of Eden Hazard, Kevin de Bruyne and Thibaut Courtois and look after their physical and mental well-being in Qatar.
“I feel proud to have gotten this opportunity to be with the Belgium national team in the World Cup. It makes me happy that I can represent India and make my country proud in my own way,” he said.
