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Betkuchi High School from Assam has claimed the Junior Girls title at the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament. They defeated West Bengal's Nandajhar Adibashi Pashili High School 3-1 in an exciting final at Delhi's Ambedkar Stadium. The winning team scored through Milina Brahma, Sayasree Sangma, and Mari Mech while Neha Baroi netted the consolation goal. The champions received Rs 5 lakh prize money and individual awards were distributed to top performers including Mari Mech who won Best Player.

Key Points: Assam Betkuchi High Wins Subroto Cup Junior Girls Football Title

  • Assam's Betkuchi High wins 3-1 against West Bengal in final
  • Milina Brahma and Mari Mech score crucial goals for Assam
  • Winners receive Rs 5 lakh while runners-up get Rs 3 lakh
  • Tournament now moves to Bengaluru for Sub-Junior Boys competition
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Subroto Cup: Assam's Betkuchi High School secures junior girls' category title

Betkuchi High School from Assam defeats West Bengal 3-1 to claim the Subroto Cup Junior Girls championship, winning Rs 5 lakh prize at Ambedkar Stadium.

"Team Betkuchi High School, Assam, emerged victorious by 3-1 over Team Nandajhar Adibashi Pashili High School, West Bengal - Subroto Cup Release"

New Delhi, August 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 on Thursday.

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, as per a Subroto Cup release.

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 Navdeep Singh 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 received Rs. 3,00,000.

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

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.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see the Subroto Cup getting such prestigious guests and proper recognition. The prize money of 5 lakhs is substantial for school-level tournaments. This will really encourage more girls to take up football seriously.
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Michael C
Interesting that West Bengal's coach got Best Coach award despite losing the final. Shows they recognized quality coaching even in the runner-up team. Good sportsmanship!
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Ananya R
While the event sounds fantastic, I wish there was more television coverage for these school tournaments. Our young athletes deserve more visibility and recognition beyond just newspaper reports.
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see girls' football getting this level of support! The cultural performances and military drill team addition must have made it a memorable experience for the young players. 👏
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Vikram M
Assam's football talent is really shining through! From local tournaments to national level, they're producing some exceptional players. Hope these girls get proper guidance to pursue football at higher levels.

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