MDFA: ICL U19 topple Mother Teresa from top spot
In an entertaining round of fixtures, Both Juhu Beach united and Desperados pick their first win of 1st division campaign while ICL U19 acquire group F top spot in 2nd division
1st Division:
Siddharth Kripalani’s 22nd minute strike gave Juhu Beach United, their first win of 1st division campaign after starting with two losses earlier in the season. Despite the loss, Chheda Nagar Fanatic remained rooted at their fifth spot with four points in four games while Juhu Beach United lifted themselves from the bottom spot to secure 6th position in group F table.
Game 1: Chheda Nagar Fanatic 0 – 1 Juhu Beach United (Siddharth Kriplani 22’)
In another fixture, Desperados SC ran out 4-1 winners against Carmelites SC to register their first win after starting the opening game with a 1-1 draw. Sagar Gawade struck twice within twenty minutes to put Desperados in to a comfortable lead in the first half. Second half began with Ivan Reddy slottin the third before Kishan Dubey added the fourth five minutes later. Deep in the injury time, Prashant Gurav slotted home a consolidating goal for Carmelites as the game ended at 4-1.
Game 2: Desperados SC 4 (Sagar Gawde 10’, 20’, Ivan Reddy 50’, Kishan Duney 56’) – 1 Carmelites SC (Prashant Gurav 80+3’)
Also Read: MDFA 1st Division: Vailankanni Boys continue Group D domination
2nd Division:
Marouli United FC produced an inspired performance to register a come from behind win against Companeroes SC (B). Suresh Suthar struck in the 19th minute of the goal to send companeroes in to lead. However Clinton Kinny, Elton D’souza and Troy Nunes stuck one each for Marouli United to finish off the game. Neither side had any change in group table with Companeros on fifth spot followed by Marouli just behind despite the 3-1 win for the latter.
Game 3: Marouli United FC (Clinton kinny 28’, Elton D’souza 45’, Troy Nunes 70’) 3 – 1 Companeroes SC (B) (Suresh Suthar 19’)
In an enthralling group F fixture, table toppers faced off each others, Mother Teresa Foundation who led the group coming in to the game with four consecutive wins faced ICL U19 team who trailed them by just two points. In an exciting game, goals from Rakesh Dhanu and Brent Fernandes gave ICL U19 a 2-1 win with Nigel Parlekar being the lone scorer for Mother TF. The win propelled ICL U19 to the top spot of group F table leading their opponent by a point.
Game 4: Mother Teresa Foundation (Nigel Parlekar) 1 – 2 ICL U19 (Rakesh Dhanu, Brent Fernandes)
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for more updates on Indian Football
ISL 2023-24 Knockout 1 Preview: Playoffs fever grips the ISL as Odisha FC host Kerala Blasters FC with a semi-final spot at stake
Bhubaneswar, April 18: Odisha FC and Kerala Blasters FC will face each other in the first match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs at the Kalinga Stadium in…
Ivan Vukomanovic: Seeing Kerala Blasters FC players shine for the national team gives me great satisfaction
Kerala Blasters FC head coach Ivan Vukomanovic is into his third season in the Indian Super League (ISL) and he has naturally overseen the rise of multiple young players who…
Attacking talents flourish, defensive stability define league’s best: ISL 2023-24 Statistical Breakdown
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 league stages rounded off with Mohun Bagan Super Giant becoming the League Champions for the first time in the history of the competition. They…
MFA / MFA Elite Premier League
MYJGMSC Crowned Champions with a dramatic win over MH Oranje FC
In the heart of Mumbai’s football scene, MYJGMSC achieved a remarkable feat by becoming champions of the Mumbai Premier League in their debut season itself. This is no small accomplishment,…
I-League 2: MH Oranje FC’s decisive away game ends in a draw against United SC
A late goal from Sanchit Singh gave MH Oranje FC a breath of fresh life with the draw ensuring the relegation battle against United SC continues till the final day…
MH Oranje FC Gears Up for a Final Push in the MFA Premier League
MH Oranje FC’s Intense Final Stretch: Pursuing MFA Premier League Glory As the MFA Premier League 2023-24 season reaches its climax, MH Oranje FC is gearing up for an intense…
Indian Super League announces tentative venues for the 2023 – 2024 Final
Mumbai, April 23: The Indian Super League (ISL) today announced that the 2023-24 season final scheduled on Saturday, 4th May will be played at the home ground of the higher ranked team in the…
Odisha FC strike first blow with 2-1 comeback win in semis against Mohun Bagan Super Giant
Bhubaneswar, April 23: Odisha FC secured a 2-1 victory against the Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in the first leg of their semi-final fixture…
Intrigue and rivalry heats up as FC Goa bank on positive momentum to stop Mumbai City FC in their tracks
Goa, April 23: FC Goa will host Mumbai City FC in the first leg of their semi-final fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 on April 24, Wednesday, at 7:30…
ISL 2023-24 Knockout 2 Preview – Playoff Fever: FC Goa Hosts Chennaiyin FC in High-Stakes Knockout Battle
Goa, April 19: The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 playoffs reach a fever pitch as FC Goa prepares to host Chennaiyin FC in a high-stakes knockout clash at the iconic…
SSE BFC to conduct trials for U9 to U17 age group players
SSE BFC Soccer School will be conducting fresh trials this month for players aged below 17 to be part of their football program SSE BFC Soccer Schools is a football…
India Khelo Football Season 3 Trials for Mumbai and Thane are here
India Khelo Football (IKF) is back with Season 3 of its widely acclaimed trials with an aim to cover more than 50 cities this time around. After the resounding success…
Feature / Recommended / Trials
Mastering the Art of Football Trials: Key Pre-Trial Factors to Keep in Mind
Football trials are a critical juncture for aspiring players to showcase their skills and secure a spot in a team. To maximize your chances of success, it’s essential to tailor your approach based on your playing position as well as keeping in mind a few pre-trial factors.
Somaiya Sports Academy to conduct trials for MFA 2nd Division campaign
Somaiya Sports Academy is looking for passionate young football players for the Somaiya Sports Academy Football Team to compete in the MFA 2nd Division League 2023-2024. If selected, you will…
BFC Soccer Schools – Mumbai to conduct trials for U14 & U16 Girls
The BFC Soccer Schools Elite team girls’ trials are coming up in search of talented players from the U14 to U16 (Born 2009 and after) age groups into the club’s…
Opportunity to make the team: U.K.M. Kothrud FC conducts selection trials for girls team
Pune-based U.K.M. Kothrud FC has announced that they will be conducting selection trials for their girl’s team on 15th January 2023 The club welcomes all players to come and showcase…
The Sunday Football League Season 4 is back
The Sunday Football League is back with its fourth season, and it’s shaping up to be the best one yet. With eight talented teams competing at the Kes Kandivali turf, there…
BFC Soccer Schools Elite team trials in Feb
Bengaluru FC launched their Mumbai program last season with the Soccer Schools and Elite programs with its local partner Soccer Schools of Excellence (SSE). Bengaluru Football Club is a professional club…
India Khelo Football Season 2 Trials in Mumbai: A Chance to Kickstart Your Football Career
After conducting trials in 34 cities & villages across India, India Khelo Football is coming to Mumbai to hunt talent on 7th January. India Khelo Football kickstarted its season 2…
MFA / MFA Elite Premier League / Trials
Mumbai Customs to conduct trials for Elite League
Former champions Mumbai Customs will be holding open trials for the upcoming MFA Elite Corporate League (Elite Division) The 2019 MFA Elite Division champions Mumbai Customs are conducting open trials…