What Happened in the Subroto Cup 2025? Assam & Chhattisgarh's Thrilling Draw and Haryana's Dominance Over Nagaland

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Key Takeaways
- Exciting Matches: The tournament features thrilling matches with unexpected outcomes.
- Emerging Talent: Young footballers are showcasing their skills on a prominent platform.
- Significant Victories: Teams like Amenity Public School are making history with their performances.
- Widespread Participation: A diverse range of teams from different regions are competing.
- Growing Popularity: The Subroto Cup is becoming a cornerstone for youth football in India.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (NationPress) The second day of the acclaimed Subroto Cup international football tournament unfolded with a mix of excitement and goals. The focus was on two matches that showcased contrasting narratives — an exhilarating 2-2 tie between Assam’s Betkuchi High School and Chhattisgarh’s Mata Rukhmani Kanya Ashram, alongside a dominating performance by Amenity Public School, Rudrapur (Uttarakhand), which overwhelmed Air Force School, Kanpur with a staggering score of 20-0.
In the Assam–Chhattisgarh match, Assam made an early impact with Samaina scoring just 2 minutes in, followed by Sayasree doubling the lead in the 21st minute, presenting Assam with a fantastic start. However, Chhattisgarh was determined to fight back.
Sushila showcased remarkable composure, netting a sharp equalizer in the 6th minute and sealing her team's comeback with a late goal in the 49th minute, resulting in a thrilling conclusion. The match ended with a score of 2-2, reflecting the competitive spirit of both teams.
Simultaneously, on another field, Amenity Public School demonstrated relentless attacking prowess against an overwhelmed Air Force School squad. Players like Kamal, Sonam, Anjali, and Sonakshi each contributed multiple goals, marking one of the most significant victories in the tournament’s history.
In another significant match, Haryana secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Nagaland, largely thanks to Ruchi’s impressive hat-trick. Jharkhand, Kerala, Sri Lanka, Meghalaya, Chandigarh, Bihar, and Goa also achieved notable wins, highlighting the growing talent pool in Indian football.
As Day 2 came to a close, the Subroto Cup remains a beacon of aspiration, fervor, and hope for young footballers across India.
This year’s Subroto Cup International Football Tournament launched its 64th edition with 106 teams competing for prestigious titles across three categories: Junior Boys and Girls, and Sub-Junior. Matches are being held across Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru from August 19 to September 25.
The tournament commenced with the Junior Girls (Under 17) category in Delhi-NCR. The Sub-Junior Boys (Under 15) matches are set to be hosted in Bengaluru starting September 2, while the final phase of the tournament, the Junior Boys (Under 17), will kick off on September 16 in Delhi-NCR.