The latest chapter celebrates the young footballers, coaches and families behind Minerva Academy’s international success, while highlighting their ambition to see India lift the FIFA World Cup in 2034.
Pocket FM, one of the world’s largest audio drama platforms, has launched the fifth chapter of its ‘Sound of Courage’initiative, turning the spotlight on Mohali-based Minerva Academy and its ambitious vision for Indian football.
Titled Sound of Courage 5, the campaign goes beyond the academy’s international victories to explore the determination, discipline and sacrifices driving a generation of young footballers to dream of winning the FIFA World Cup for India in 2034.
Minerva Academy has established a strong presence in international youth football, with its teams winning the Gothia Cup in 2023, 2025 and 2026, the Norway Cup and Dana Cup in 2025, and the Helsinki Cup in 2026. These achievements highlight the potential of Indian football talent when supported by rigorous training and a competitive environment.
The brand film explores the less visible side of this journey, from demanding training schedules and physical challenges to the sacrifices made by players and their families. It also captures the academy’s emphasis on resilience, mental toughness and the belief that Indian players can compete against the world’s best.
Vineet Singh, Global Head of Brand Marketing, Communications, Partnerships and Public Affairs at Pocket FM, said the initiative aims to tell stories that extend beyond achievements, focusing on the people and perseverance behind extraordinary ambitions. With Minerva Academy, the platform seeks to spotlight not just what the young players have accomplished, but what they aspire to achieve.
Through ‘Sound of Courage’, Pocket FM continues to champion inspiring human stories that challenge conventional expectations and encourage audiences to believe in possibilities that may once have seemed out of reach.
