MFA Nadkarni Cup 2024 Playoffs: Groups & Fixtures announced

by FC November 22, 2024

As the MFA Nadkarni Cup 2024 enters Playoffs stage, the stakes have never been higher. With six of Mumbai’s finest clubs advancing to its Playoffs Stage.

The tournament’s new format promises nothing short of electrifying football as it give a lot of exposure to many clubs as well as players with much more game time in their hand.

Six formidable teams, each with their eyes set on the prestigious title, have advanced to Playoffs. This stage introduces a revamped group format, with teams divided into two competitive groups. The race for the semifinals and ultimately the final promises thrilling football action in the coming days.

The Qualified Teams and Groups

The six teams that have successfully progressed to Round III include:

Mumbai City FC
MH Oranje FC
MYJ-GMSC
CFCI
Iron Born FC
Mumbay FC or D.K Flag Foundation (winner to be determined from their Round II fixture on November 25th).

The teams have been divided into two groups:

Group A	Group B
MH Oranje FC	Mumbai City FC
MYJ-GMSC	CFCI
Mumbay FC / D.K Flag Foundation	Iron Born FC

Fixtures for Round III

The action-packed fixture list ensures no shortage of drama and competition as teams battle for a spot in the semifinals.

Date	Fixture	Time	Group
26/11/2024	Iron Born FC vs Mumbai City FC	3:00 PM	B
28/11/2024	MH Oranje FC vs MYJ-GMSC	3:00 PM	A
29/11/2024	CFCI vs Iron Born FC	3:00 PM	B
03/12/2024	Mumbai City FC Vs CFCI	1:00 PM	B
05/12/2024	MYJ-GMSC vs Mumbay FC / D.K Flag Foundation	1:00 PM	A
07/12/2024	MH Oranje FC vs Mumbay FC / D.K Flag Foundation	3:00 PM	A

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Semi-final and Final Details

The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals scheduled for December 10, 2024.

Fixture	Date	Time
Group A Winner vs Group B Runner-up	10/12/2024	12:00 PM
Group B Winner vs Group A Runner-up	10/12/2024	3:00 PM

The Grand final will be held on December 14, 2024, at 3:00 PM, where the two best teams of the tournament will face off for the prestigious Nadkarni Cup.

Key Matches to Watch

The upcoming matches promise plenty of drama and high-stakes moments.

Iron Born FC vs Mumbai City FC
A clash of young talents, this opener pits the dynamic Iron Born FC against Mumbai City FC’s promising squad. Both teams are coming off contrasting campaigns, with Iron Born looking to make their mark despite struggles in the MPL.
MH Oranje FC vs MYJ-GMSC
This marquee matchup features two giants. MYJ-GMSC, the reigning MPL champions, will face MH Oranje FC, last season’s runners-up. Expect fireworks as these heavyweights battle it out for early dominance in Group A.

Stay tuned to Football Counter as Round III unfolds.

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