New Delhi, Mar 25 (PTI) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday announced a multi-year partnership with Dream Sports Foundation (DSF) to strengthen U16 football in India.
“The partnership combines AIFF’s national competition framework with DSF’s youth development capabilities, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing grassroots football and establishing a more cohesive development pathway for young players across India,” said the AIFF in a release.
As a part of the partnership, the AIFF Junior League regional rounds will continue to serve as the qualification pathway to the national stage.
M. Satyanarayan, Deputy Secretary General, AIFF, said, “With youth football in India in a vibrant phase, and our AIFF leagues attracting more academies, along with our U17 team qualifying for the AFC U17 Asian Cup, we feel this support from Dream Sports Foundation will provide the right impetus for us to move further.” PTI BS AM AM
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