Shashi Tharoor, a Member of Parliament from the Congress party, has celebrated a significant milestone for Indian football fans as two players of Indian heritage are set to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Tharoor announced on social media that 19-year-old winger Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid has made history by becoming the first player of Indian origin to be selected for Qatar’s national team, with family roots tracing back to Kannur, Kerala. Additionally, he highlighted Australia’s 25-year-old winger Nishan Velupillay, whose origins lie in Tamil Nadu. Tharoor noted that these players follow in the footsteps of Vikash Dhorasoo, a former France midfielder of Indian descent who played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Expressing his pride, Tharoor remarked on the joy of seeing the global Indian diaspora making a mark on such a prestigious platform. He wished both players success as they head to North America for the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.