Named the brand ambassador for ESPN for the mega event, John is gung-ho about the tournament.   Speaking to Goal.com, John said, “I have been following Germany since a long time right from the days of Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.”   The former model’s love for football is well-known as he captained his school team and wanted to take it up as a career.   When asked why he did not, “because of studies and the perception that football didn’t have much of a future then,” said the actor in a reflective tone.   “But I want to change that,” says a determined John, which proves that he isn’t one of those who just talk in the air.   John’s passion for football took another step when he inaugurated the first ever professional I-League last season when champions Dempo squared against Salgaocar.   He has met Mr.Priya Ranjan Dasmunsi, the President of All India Football Federation (AIFF) in his bid to improve the state of the people’s game. ... read more »