2nd Kaklen Shuja football kicks off
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, May 25 2025:
RFCC (Keinou) eked out a 1-0 win over YSC (Sribon) in the opening match of the 2nd Kaklen Shuja 9-a-Side Football Tournament 2025, which got underway at Kaklen Shuja Athouba Ground Phubala, on Sunday.
The opening ceremony was attended by M Prithviraj Singh, former MLA of Moirang A/C, and Oinam Joy Singh, former Thinungei ZP member, as chief guest and guest of honour respectively.
In his address, Prithviraj Singh praised the organisers for their dedication to promoting football despite financial challenges.
He highlighted the tournament's significance in identifying and nurturing young players for the state and the country.
A total of 18 teams are competing for the top honours.