Chandigarh Secures Dominant Victory on Opening Day of Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's NFC
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Synopsis
The Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship began in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, with Chandigarh defeating Pondicherry 5-0. Telangana and Uttarakhand ended in a goalless draw. The tournament features 35 teams competing in eight groups, streaming live on the Indian Football YouTube Channel.
Key Takeaways
- Chandigarh won 5-0 against Pondicherry.
- Manveer Singh scored the first goal of the tournament.
- Sahil achieved a hat-trick in the match.
- Only one team advances from each group.
- All matches are streamed live.
Narainpur, April 10 (NationPress) The second edition of the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship commenced with two matches in Group E at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, on Thursday.
Chandigarh achieved a remarkable 5-0 victory against Pondicherry, securing the top position in the table, while Telangana and Uttarakhand ended in a scoreless draw. A total of 35 teams, divided into eight groups, are vying for the championship. Delhi claimed the title in the inaugural edition held in 2024, also in Narainpur. All matches are available for live streaming on the Indian Football YouTube Channel.
Chandigarh showcased an impressive performance, establishing a commanding four-goal lead by halftime. Manveer Singh netted the first goal of the tournament, capitalizing on a loose ball to score from close range in the 15th minute. He followed it up with another goal, a right-footed shot into the bottom corner, in the 28th minute. Sahil completed a hat-trick with goals in the 39th, 43rd, and 64th minutes – beating the goalkeeper in one-on-one situations before converting from close range.
In contrast, the encounter between Telangana and Uttarakhand saw limited chances, as both teams defended robustly throughout the match, resulting in a stalemate. With only one team advancing to the quarter-finals, the remaining four group matches will leave little room for mistakes.
Upcoming fixtures on Friday:
Delhi vs Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
