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Young boys take center stage, RKFC hosts AIFF U-15 Junior League in Srinagar

In the first match, Inter Kashi faced Delhi FC, with Delhi FC winning convincingly 7–0.
01:02 AM Apr 08, 2025 IST | GK NEWS SERVICE
Young boys take center stage, RKFC hosts AIFF U-15 Junior League in Srinagar

The lush green TRC Ground in Srinagar echoed with youthful energy with two matches played on Monday, as Real Kashmir FC (RKFC) kicked off the AIFF U-15 Junior League 2024–25, bringing the spotlight to the Valley's rising foot- ball talent.

The league, as per a statement, is organised by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), and several U-15 teams from across the country are participating.

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In the first match, Inter Kashi faced Delhi FC, with Delhi FC winning convincingly 7–0.

In another match, Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Corbett FC.

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The RKFC management, with support from various government departments including the J&K Sports Council, has made all necessary arrangements for the tournament.

Real Kashmir FC’s U-15 team will play its first match against Sreenidi Deccan FC on April 9.

RKFC has been hosting I-League matches for several years. On Sunday, the club hosted its most recent I-League match against Churchill Brothers, which was attended by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.

RKFC is the only team from the region playing in the I-League and has been actively promoting football at the grassroots level. The club is owned by Arshid Shawl.

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