Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:10am on 02 Oct 2026,Friday Sports
Brazil’s football team is following a tightly controlled diet in Kolkata ahead of its FIFA friendly against India. The squad has brought its own chefs and nutritionists, who are preparing nearly all meals according to specific nutritional requirements. Players are eating almost five times a day, with menus featuring rice, spaghetti, beans, fish, chicken, meat, vegetables and salads. Fish has received particular attention, with the Brazilian players enjoying fresh Bhetki prepared by their own culinary team. Oil use is controlled, while olive oil is preferred. The team is also following regulated beverage and hydration arrangements, including externally sourced drinking water. (PC: Reuters)
