Bhavit sheth

Reliance Foundation Young Champs: The first edition of the National U-17 football competition kicked off in Mumbai and Kolkata on Monday.

The tournament features six teams from major AIFF-accredited clubs and academies (East Bengal, Reliance Foundation Young Champs, Mumbai City FC, Chennaiyin FC, Bengaluru Soccer Schools, FC Goa) and will catalyze identifying young talent, with the potential to represent the nation on an international stage.

With the involvement of the All India Football Federation (AIFF), this tournament offers players a pathway to selection for the National Camp in June.