‘3 players capture true spirit of India’

India may have lost a friendly football match to Belarus, but the gesture of three Indian footballers is winning the internet. A picture showing three Indian footballers praying according to their respective faiths before a match on Saturday went viral online.

The picture was shared by the Indian Football Team on Twitter and was taken before the start of a friendly football match against Belarus.

The photo of the three players has captured the true spirit of India - diverse yet united - said netizens.

“This is what we should strive for as a nation. Love this,” a user posted on Twitter. “This is rare. Love and kindness (spread it since it’s contagious),” added another.