Drawn in Group B, Hope United made an immediate statement with commanding victories over B9 FC (4–2) and Mangela Boys (5–0), topping the group with authority. The knockout stages tested their nerve, starting with a gritty battle against Kalina Rangers that ended 0–0 before being decided in a thrilling one-on-one showdown. Rishi Chauhan rose to the occasion, showing composure and class to slot home the winner and send Hope United through.

A walkover in the quarterfinals kept the momentum alive, setting up a semifinal clash against BYB FC. Once again, Hope United stepped up when it mattered most. Rishabh Singh opened the scoring with a stunning strike, before Rishi Chauhan sealed a convincing 3–0 win with a late goal. The final saw Hope United save their best for last, completely overpowering 3rd Boys with a ruthless 6–0 victory to be crowned Mumbai Qualifier champions.

The title run was powered by a lethal attacking unit, with goals shared across the squad. Shivam Yadav led the scoring charts with an outstanding six goals, setting the tempo throughout the tournament. Rishi Chauhan delivered in the biggest moments with four crucial goals, including decisive strikes in the knockouts. Rishabh Singh added three goals, highlighted by his memorable semifinal screamer, while Jayesh Sutar also contributed three goals. Ryan D’Souza rounded off the tally with two goals, determining the team’s all-round threat.

Speaking after the triumph, team manager Jonathan Creado summed up the emotion behind the achievement:
“For me as a manager, reaching this stage for the very first time is an unreal feeling—pure pride, pure happiness. I couldn’t be prouder of this team and the heart they’ve shown at every step.”

With their spot now confirmed in the National Round in Coimbatore, Hope United will represent Mumbai against the best teams from across the country. Should they go on to win the National Finals, Hope United will earn the honour of representing Team India at the international level, taking their journey from the streets of Mumbai to the global stage. Confident in their process and united in belief, Hope United head into the next phase fearless and ready to give everything.

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