Bhaichung Bhutia and Subrata Paul to Attend DSC Football Finals in Goa
Click to start listening
Synopsis
The National Finals of the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 will take place in Goa starting April 8, featuring Norwich City's Youth Team and legends Bhaichung Bhutia and Subrata Paul. The event includes eight boys' and girls' teams in a competitive format, with workshops led by Norwich coaches enhancing the experience.
Key Takeaways
- National Finals of Dream Sports Championship 2025.
- Participation of Norwich City FC Youth Team.
- Eight teams each for boys and girls competing.
- Workshops by Norwich coaches for participating staff.
- Potential career opportunities for young players.
Goa, April 2 (NationPress) The eagerly awaited National Finals of the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 are set to commence in Goa on April 8. In an exciting twist, the esteemed Norwich City FC Youth Team from England will be joining the tournament's second edition, alongside football icons Bhaichung Bhutia and Subrata Paul who will be attending the event.
This Championship will feature a total of eight boys' teams and eight girls' teams, competing in a thrilling showdown. For the first time, the girls' tournament will see state teams nominated by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) from regions including Assam, Jharkhand, Kerala, Rajasthan, Goa, Odisha, Karnataka, and Delhi. The group stage matches will occur at both the SAG Benaulim Football Ground and the Utorda Sports Complex, culminating in the grand finale at the Raia Football Ground on April 15.
In addition to the matches, the DSF will host knowledge-sharing workshops under the Dream Again initiative, spearheaded by the coaches from Norwich City for the support staff of all teams involved. These workshops will cover essential topics such as leadership in coaching, physical and medical awareness, and the development of football staff.
After intense regional competitions, seven youth teams from India have earned their spots in the National Finals. These include Punjab FC (Delhi), Reliance Foundation Young Champs (Mumbai), Chennaiyin FC (Bengaluru), Mohun Bagan Super Giant (Kolkata), Football 4 Change (Guwahati), SESA FA, and Dempo Sports Club (Goa). The tournament will adopt a group stage format, allowing the top two teams from each group to progress to the finals of the U-17 football tournament for both boys and girls.
The inclusion of Norwich City FC brings an international flair to the tournament, enhancing the competition among regional champions from across India. This prestigious club, a two-time FA Cup winner, has a history of nurturing exceptional talent such as Ben Godfrey (Everton FC, Ipswich Town) and James Maddison (Leicester City, Tottenham Hotspur), who have excelled in the elite English Premier League.
Local football fans and AIFF scouts are anticipated to closely follow the tournament, making it a crucial opportunity for aspiring young footballers looking to launch their professional careers.
