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Team Betkuchi High School from Assam claimed victory in the Junior Girls category of the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament. They defeated Team Nandajhar Adibashi Pashili High School from West Bengal by a convincing 3-1 scoreline in the final match. The thrilling encounter took place at Delhi's historic Ambedkar Stadium before an enthusiastic crowd. The tournament now moves to Bengaluru for the Sub-Junior Boys competition starting September 2nd.

Key Points: Assam Betkuchi High School Wins 64th Subroto Cup Junior Girls Title

  • Assam's Milina Brahma scored opening goal in 24th minute
  • Sayasree Sangma and Mari Mech added crucial goals for Assam
  • West Bengal's Neha Baroi netted solitary consolation goal
  • Winners received Rs 5 lakh prize while runners-up got Rs 3 lakh
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64th Subroto Cup: Assam team beats team from West Bengal to win Junior Girls' title

Team Assam defeats West Bengal 3-1 in thrilling final to claim Subroto Cup Junior Girls championship with Rs 5 lakh prize at Ambedkar Stadium.

"The final match...showcased the best of youth football - Tournament Report"

New Delhi, Aug 28

In a thrilling conclusion to the Junior Girls category of the 64th edition of Subroto Cup International Football Tournament, Team Betkuchi High School, Assam, emerged victorious by 3-1 over Team Nandajhar Adibashi Pashili High School, West Bengal to claim the prestigious title.

The final match, held at the historic Ambedkar Stadium, showcased the best of youth football and was attended by an enthusiastic crowd. For Assam, Milina Brahma (24’), Sayasree Sangma (12’), and Mari Mech (29’) scored the goals, while Neha Baroi (21’) remained the single goal scorer from West Bengal.

The final was graced by Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari, SYSM, PVSM, AVSM, VM, Vice Chief of the Air Staff, who was the Chief Guest. Arjuna Awardee and Olympic Gold Medalist Mr Navdeep Singh, a Para athlete (Javelin thrower), was the Guest of Honour for the occasion.

The day’s events commenced with a grand performance by the Air Warrior Drill Team (AWDT), which was followed by a vibrant cultural performance by students from the Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute.

The Winners received Rs. 5,00,000 while the runner-up pocketed Rs. 3,00,000.

With the conclusion of the Junior Girls final, the 64th Subroto Cup action will now shift to Bengaluru for the Sub-Junior Boys (U-15) tournament, scheduled from September 2 to September 11, 2025. In Bengaluru, the matches will be played at the Air Force School, Jalahalli, Air Force Station Yelahanka, Air Force School, Yelahanka, and the HQ Training Command Football Ground.

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

Best Player (Rs 40,000): Mari Mech, Assam

Best Coach (Rs 25,000): Chandan Paul, West Bengal

Best Goalkeeper (Rs 25,000): Furchang Lama, Assam

Fair Play Award (Rs. 50,000): PM Shri Govt. Mahatma Gandhi Senior Secondary School, Andrott, Lakshadweep

Best School (Rs 40,000): Nandajhar Adibashi Pashili High School, West Bengal/

- IANS

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Priya S
Great to see girls' football getting this level of recognition and prize money! ₹5 lakhs for the winners is substantial and will encourage more schools to invest in women's sports. The cultural performances and military presence made it a grand event indeed.
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Aman W
While the match was exciting, I wish there was more television coverage for these school-level tournaments. Many parents and well-wishers couldn't watch the action live. Doordarshan or sports channels should consider broadcasting these events.
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Sarah B
Congratulations to both teams! The scoreline doesn't reflect how competitive West Bengal played. Neha Baroi scoring and Chandan Paul getting Best Coach shows their team had quality too. Well fought by both sides! 👏
Vikram M
Subroto Cup has been nurturing football talent for decades. Remember watching this tournament as a kid in the 90s. Great to see it's still going strong and now with equal focus on girls' football. The shift to Bengaluru for next round should be exciting!
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Nikhil C
Mari Mech - Best Player and goal scorer! What a talent from Assam. Also good to see Lakshadweep getting the Fair Play award. Football truly unites our diverse country. 🇮🇳

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