Indian sports wrap, August 20: Punjab FC announces signing of Argentine midfielder Ezequiel Vidal

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Punjab FC signs Argentine midfielder Ezequiel Vidal

Punjab FC has announced the signing of Argentine midfielder Norberto Ezequiel Vidal as its fifth foreign player for the 2024–25 season. The 29-year-old last played for Indonesian top-flight club Persita Tangerang.

Vidal began his professional career in 2011 with Club Olimpo, where he spent eight years. In 2019, he joined Argentine Primera B side San Martin SJ, followed by a move to Atletico Alvarado in 2020, where he scored five goals in 37 appearances. After a brief stint with Independiente Rivadavia, Vidal signed with Persita Tangerang in 2022, where he netted 17 goals in 60 appearances over two seasons.

Speaking about the signing, technical director of Punjab FC, Nikolaos Topoliatis, said, “We are excited to have Vidal in our ranks for the upcoming season. He is an exciting player who will add more speed and creativity to our midfield. I wish him the best for a successful season with us.”

-Team Sportstar

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Dhruv Chavan crowned Polo Cup champion

Mumbai’s Dhruv Chavan edged out Aditya Patnaik to emerge champion in the Polo Cup India 2024 racing event on Tuesday.

Dhruv (183 points) pipped Aditya (170 points) to the post to take the title by a mere four points. Ojas Surve settled for the third position with 159 points.

Aditya jumped into the lead, winning Race 1 at the Madras International Circuit.

But Dhruv took the next race to catch up with him. In round 2, Aditya made a strong statement by winning the first race.

However, Dhruv was more consistent, securing crucial points in rest of the races in the round to bag the title.

Romir Arya was crowned the Best Rookie of the season while Munjal Savla won the Master Championship.

-PTI