Young boys take center stage, RKFC hosts AIFF U-15 Junior League in Srinagar

In the first match, Inter Kashi faced Delhi FC, with Delhi FC winning convincingly 7–0.

Young boys take center stage, RKFC hosts AIFF U-15 Junior League in Srinagar

The lush green TRC Ground in Srinagar echoed with youthful energy with two matches played on Monday, as Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) kicked off the AIFF U-15 Junior League 2024–25, bringing the spotlight to the Valley’s rising foot- ball talent.

The league, as per a statement, is organised by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), and several U-15 teams from across the country are participating.

In the first match, Inter Kashi faced Delhi FC, with Delhi FC winning convincingly 7–0.

In another match, Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Corbett FC.

The RKFC management, with support from various government departments including the J&K Sports Council, has made all necessary arrangements for the tournament.

Real Kashmir FC’s U-15 team will play its first match against Sreenidi Deccan FC on April 9.

RKFC has been hosting I-League matches for several years. On Sunday, the club hosted its most recent I-League match against Churchill Brothers, which was attended by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.

RKFC is the only team from the region playing in the I-League and has been actively promoting football at the grassroots level. The club is owned by Arshid Shawl.