Subroto Cup 2023: The 62nd edition of the Subroto Cup International Football Tournament, India’s oldest national inter-school football competition, is set to make history. Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, has been added to the list of cities hosting this important event. Previously held in Delhi and Gurugram, the tournament is scheduled to take place from September 19 to October 23, 2023, across three venues.
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 2023
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| Who won the Subroto Cup in 2023? On August 6, 2023, in the Subroto Mukherjee Cup Football Competition organized at Jagdalpur under the 23rd State Level School Sports Competition, Bastar Zone won the overall championship by securing first position in three categories. |
Expanding Horizons: A New Chapter in Subroto Cup History
For many years, the Subroto Cup has been a showcase of young football talent in India. The tournament’s organisers have made an important step towards broadening its reach this year by adding Bengaluru into the fold. The decision to host matches in Bengaluru signifies the tournament’s commitment to reaching more corners of the country and giving aspiring footballers from diverse regions the opportunity to shine on a national stage.
A Multifaceted Tournament with Three Age Categories
The 62nd Subroto Cup will feature three distinct age categories, each with its own set of teams and venues:
- Under-17 Junior Boys and Girls Tournaments (Delhi-NCR): Under-17 matches will be held in the Delhi-NCR region at prestigious sites such as the Ambedkar Stadium, Tejas Football Ground (Delhi), Subroto Football Ground (Delhi), and GD Goenka School (Gurugram). This category is expected to witness intense competition among some of the most promising young talents in Indian football.
- Under-14 Sub-Junior Boys Competition (Bengaluru): Bengaluru will play host to the Sub-Junior Boys category, with matches scheduled at the ASC Centre, the Air Force School in Jalahalli, and the Air Force School in Yehalanka.
This move not only adds a new dimension to the tournament but also provides an exciting opportunity for the budding footballers in Bengaluru to showcase their skills.
A Diverse Lineup of Competitors
109 teams from 27 Indian states and union territories will compete in the 62nd Subroto Cup. Teams from Bangladesh and Nepal will also compete, adding an international flavour to the event. With over 180 matches scheduled to be played across the three categories, football enthusiasts can expect a thrilling and action-packed tournament.
Defending Champions and Aspiring Contenders
In the junior boys’ category, Pilgrim Higher Secondary School from Dimapur, Nagaland, holds the coveted title of defending champions. Meanwhile, St. Patrick’s School from Gumla, Jharkhand, will be aiming to maintain their reign in the junior girls’ category. Heirok Higher Secondary School from Imphal, Manipur, is the incumbent champion in the sub-junior boys’ division and is striving for another victory.
Key takeaways for competitive examinations
- The Subroto Cup International Football Tournament was first held in: 1960