Friendly football match for peace played
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, August 19 2023:
A friendly veteran football match sponsored by Play 7, Kwakeithel Mayaikoibi was organised by All Manipur Football Association (AMFA) on Saturday between Hao-du FC, Senapati district and FC Imphal at Artificial Turf Ground, Lamlong Thongkhong with an aim to spread the message of love and restoration of peace in the state.
Speaking to media persons in connection with the friendly match held under the theme 'Football for Peace', AMFA president M Ratankumar stated that football has no bias towards any colour, religion or race and that's why, the match has been organised to underscore the importance of restoring peace in the state.
On the other hand, Senapati team's player Dr Hitso conveyed that match is being played to emphasise the role of sports in restoring peace, while appealing to the state government to speed up the measures taken up for bringing back peace in the state.
The exhibition match was also attended by AMSA secretary RK Sanayaima, YAS retired joint director W Sushilkumar and AMFA office bearers.