AIFF Organizes Charity Football Matches for Kerala and Himachal Pradesh

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is hosting two charity football matches to aid disaster relief in Kerala and Himachal Pradesh. Scheduled for August 30 and September 2, the matches will feature prominent clubs, including Mohammedan Sporting Club, to raise funds for affected regions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 14-08-2024 14:36 IST | Created: 14-08-2024 14:36 IST
AIFF Organizes Charity Football Matches for Kerala and Himachal Pradesh
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The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is set to host two charity football matches aimed at raising funds to support disaster relief efforts in Kerala and Himachal Pradesh. Both states have faced devastating natural disasters recently, prompting the need for urgent aid.

The first match is scheduled for August 30 in Manjeri, Malappuram district, Kerala. Kolkata's Mohammedan Sporting Club will compete against a Super League Kerala XI. The second match is proposed for September 2 in Lucknow, though details are still being finalized by the AIFF.

AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey expressed gratitude for the immediate support from Mohammedan Sporting Club. He emphasized the power of sports to bring comfort and unity during times of tragedy, urging everyone to join the cause of raising the 'cup of solidarity.'

(With inputs from agencies.)

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