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Chandigarh Youth League kicked off with Day 3 of matches today at Sector 17 Football Stadium. The Chandigarh Youth League is being organised from May 27 to June 11 by Minerva Punjab FC in association with Chandigarh Football Association and Mission XI Million at the Sector 17 Football Stadium.
Day Three of matches kicked off and teams of the 19 years and above, 16-18 years, 13-15 years and 9-12 years Age Groups played their third round of matches in the morning and evening at the Sector 17 Football Stadium in Chandigarh amidst a festive atmosphere. Matches were played in 7-a-side format and each team was mentored by a Minerva Punjab FC coach.
The special highlight of the day was when Minerva Punjab FC I-legaue players in Simranjeet, Ramandeep, Arshdeep and Manandeep visited the Sector 17 Football Stadium in the evening and had a meet and greet with all the budding footballers present at the stadium. They played an exhibition match with youngsters who were excited to meet the players they had been following on TV during the I-League to run up to shake hands and take selfies with their idols. The I-League players shook hands with all the players and gave away the Man of the match trophies to the kids.
Special games were held for parents who were accompanying the kids to the matches. They took part in Dizzy penalty challenge where they were to spin around with one hand on the ball before taking a penalty kick. Prizes were distributed for the winners of these fun and interactive games.
In the first match of the day of the 19 Years and above age group there were a tough and competitive match between Red Devils FC and CR7 FC. Both the teams were made up of experienced players who were keen for a good match, which started off in a brisk pace and though Red Devils FC may have been more flamboyant in their style, CR7 boys maintained a strict high pressing strategy and did not give Red Devils space to play. The match was a close one and ended up in favour of CR 7 who won it 1-0. Shivam was awarded Man of the Match trophy.
In another morning match of the 19 years and above Category Invincible FC defeated 7 Warrior FC 8-2 in fast paced and free flowing encounter. Though Warrior FC created some good chances, they lacked a quality finisher which was their downfall. Also lacking in defence, the full backs of 7 Warrior FC allowed too much movement for the players of Invincible FC who capitalised and scored 8 goals in the match. Rudra was awarded man of the match prize as he scored a hattrick.
The morning also saw matches of the 8-12 years age group which are always a joy to watch. 5 Warriors FC took on Real Madrid FC and the young players showed great grit and determination and intent. The improvement seen in the kids from the first match to the third was tremendous. 5 warriors FC won the match 1-0 and Fateh was awarded Man of the Match Award.
In the 8-12 age group another match was played in the morning between Khalsa FC and KV FC. KV FC have been the team to beat in this age group. Khalsa FC tried their best to defend the goal and avoid too much damage. Jugraj managed to score the only goal for Khalsa FC and the match ended 4-1 in favour of KVFC and Shashank scored 3 goals. Akash was awarded Man of the match trophy.
In the evening matches, of the 13-15 age group, Kabir FC defeated Stephen FC by a solitary goal and though both teams fought till the end, Kabir FC took away all 3 points and Aayush Gautam was awarded Man of the Match Award.
In the same age group, Chelsea FC played out a goalless draw with Stephen AC. Both teams tried to break the deadlock but with no one being able to score, the teams ended up splitting points. Tegh Brar was awarded Man of the Match.
In the 16-18 Age Group, four matches were held in the evening.
Rising Soilders FC thrashed Tiger FC 10-2 and Arsh was awarded Man of the match award.
Champions FC lost 5-0 to Chelsea FC and Nayak was awarded Man of the match trophy.
Arsenal FC defeated Rising Star FC 5-0 in another one sided encounter and Jaitesh was awarded Man of the match.
Last match of the day between Man U FC and Warrior FC was a close encounter and ended up 1-0 in favour of Man U FC with Ajay declared as Man of the Match.
RESULTS OF DAY 3
19 Years and above
7 Warrior FC 2-8 Invincible FC
CR7 FC 1-0 Red Devils FC
16-18 Years
Chelsea FC 5-0 Champion FC
Rising Soldier FC 10-2 Tiger FC
13-15 Years
Kabir FC 1-0 Stephen AC
Chelsea FC 0-0 Stephen FC
Man U FC 1-0 Warrior FC
Arsenal FC 5-0 Rising Star FC
9-12 Years
5 Warrior FC 1-0 Real Madrid FC
KV FC 4-1 Khalsa FC
Matches will continue daily till June 11 with matches in the morning (8am-10am) and evening
