Khyber Cements Kashmir Super League 2025: United Elegant FC clinch KSL title before record crowd at TRC Ground, Srinagar

Srinagar, Aug 3: In a night that rewrote Kashmir’s football history, United Elegant FC edged past Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC in a dramatic penalty shootout to lift the Khyber Cements Kashmir Super League 2025 title, following a 1-1 draw in regular time.

As per a statement issued on Sunday, played before a record-breaking crowd—the largest ever witnessed in the Valley, surpassing even I-League numbers—the high-octane finale marked a defining moment for professional football in Jammu and Kashmir.

The match ended in a 1-1 draw at full time, leading to a tense penalty shootout where United Elegant FC held their nerve to emerge as champions of the Kashmir Super League 2025.

Sharing the final match award details, the Khyber Game Changer Award was given to Moosa Qureshi (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC), the Khyber Player of the Match to Aakif Reshi (United Elegant FC), the Athwas Golden Moment Award to Adnan Ayoub (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC), the Events Emporio X Factor Excellence Award to Yasir (United Elegant FC), and the Kings Performer Award to Salman Lateef (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC).

The award presentation ceremony was attended by Nuzhat Gul, Sarmad Hafeez, Nasir Aslam Wani, and Waseem Khan from Khyber Cements. The dignitaries congratulated both teams and hailed the Kashmir Super League as a turning point for professional football in the region.

The statement added that the Khyber Cements Kashmir Super League 2025 has not only redefined the sporting culture of the Valley but has also set a benchmark for professionally organised leagues across India. With unmatched fan engagement, remarkable talent, and historic participation, the league has truly reignited Kashmir’s love for the beautiful game.