NEW DELHI: Football 4 Change Academy secured a dominant 4-0 win over BBFS Shillong in the Guwahati regional final of the Dream Sports Championship U-17 tournament.
The event was attended by Assamโs Minister of Sports and Youth Welfare, Smt. Nandita Garlosa.
She praised the initiative and congratulated Football 4 Change Academy for reaching the national finals.
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Encouragement for Grassroots Development
โSports is something that we should always encourage. Congratulations to Football 4 Change. Thanks to the Dream Sports Foundation for supporting grassroots development.
I hope more players from the NorthEast participate in the future,โ she said.
The match started with high intensity. Kishor Tiwari opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a well-placed shot into the net.
Mangminlun Touthang doubled the lead in the 28th minute after a brilliant team move that left the opposition defense struggling.
Tiwariโs 40th-minute penalty made it 3-0 at halftime, as Football 4 Change Academy controlled possession and tempo.
BBFS Shillong made attempts to recover in the second half, but Football 4 Academy continued their aggressive approach.
Mangminlun struck again with a composed finish in the 60th minute, sealing the 4-0 win and securing their spot in the national finals.
With this victory, it now advances to the national finals in Goa. They will compete alongside top teams like SESA Football Academy, Dempo SC, Punjab FC, Chennaiyin FC, Reliance Foundation Young Champs, and Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
Set for April 2025, the finals bring high expectations as the team prepares confidently to make a strong impact.
Football 4 Change Academy will look to continue their stellar form against the best in the country. Their hard work, discipline, and teamwork have been key factors in their success so far, and they aim to carry the same spirit into the national finals.
