Dr. Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, inaugurated a state-of-the-art artificial turf ground at Amona, sponsored by Vedanta Sesa Goa under its YouTheChange, YouThePower initiative. The ₹1 crore facility will promote sports, fitness, and youth empowerment in the region.
Tag: Football
Goa Strengthens Sports Tourism with Goa Rugby 7s 2025 – Season 2
Goa cements its position as a leading sports tourism destination with Goa Rugby 7s 2025 – Season 2, set to take place on 15–16 November at GMC Athletic Stadium, Bambolim. Supported by Goa Tourism and in collaboration with Crocotycles Rugby Foundation, the event promotes regenerative tourism, youth development, and international sporting appeal.
India U17 Triumph Over Bangladesh in Dramatic Penalty Shootout to Claim Seventh SAFF U17 Championship Title
In a nail-biting final at Colombo’s Racecourse International Stadium, India U17 edged past Bangladesh 4-1 on penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw, securing their seventh SAFF U17 Championship crown.
Goa Hosts 6th All Goa Deaf Football Tournament; Set to Welcome Nationals in October
The Goa Sports Council of the Deaf (GSCD), in collaboration with Rudhra Sports Club, successfully hosted the 6th All Goa Deaf Football Tournament in Fatorda-Margao. North Goa emerged victorious with a 3-0 win over South Goa. The event also served as a talent showcase for the upcoming National Football Championship for the Deaf, to be held in Goa for the first time in October 2025.
AIFF Proposes Goa as Host for Super Cup 2025; Winner to Earn AFC Champions League Playoff Slot
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has approached the Goa Football Association (GFA) for support in hosting the Super Cup 2025 across two venues—Fatorda and Bambolim—from October 25 to November 22. The winner of the tournament will earn a playoff spot in the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Two, subject to licensing criteria.
