Millat FC placed in Group D of I-league 3; fixtures out

by Chittu Shetty September 25, 2023

The excitement in the Mumbai footballing community is high as Millat FC, a local football club with a local history, prepares to kick off its campaign in the inaugural season of I-League 3, the much-anticipated fourth division of Indian football.

The club, representing Maharashtra, is set to make its mark in this new chapter of Indian football history as they compete against formidable opponents from across the country.

The AIFF’s Vision for Progress

The introduction of I-League 3 represents a significant milestone in the evolution of Indian football. With the aim of creating a competitive pyramid and a concrete progression pathway for clubs, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has laid the foundation for even the smallest of clubs to dream big. This league is designed to offer local and regional talents a chance to shine on a national stage, ultimately fostering the growth of the sport in India.

Millat FC, a club deeply rooted in the Mumbai football community, has seized this opportunity with both hands. They are set to represent Mumbai and Maharashtra on this national stage

Challenges Await in Group D

Millat FC finds themselves in Group D, facing off against some of the country’s football giants. The group includes Goan powerhouses Dempo SC, Kolkata’s one of the oldest club and former I-league 2nd division side Bhawanipore FC and former I-league club Rangdajied United FC. While Gujarat’s ARA FC, and Bengaluru’s Kickstart FC make up for rest of the group. The competition promises to be intense as these teams battle it out in a round-robin format.

Fixture List: A Test of Character

The journey begins on October 25th, as Millat FC faces Bhawanipore FC in what promises to be an early test of their mettle.

The fixture list is as follows:

• October 25, 9 AM: Millat FC vs. Bhawanipore FC
• October 28, 4 PM: Millat FC vs. ARA FC
• October 31, 9 AM: Millat FC vs. Dempo SC
• November 3, 4 PM: Millat FC vs. Rangdajied United FC
• November 6, 9 AM: Millat FC vs. Kickstart FC

Millat FC’s journey in the inaugural I-League 3 season is more than just a football story; it’s a tale of local pride and national dreams. This season of I-League 3 is poised to be a historic one, and Millat FC being at the heart of the action is an encouraging sign for Mumbai Football.

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