Third Edition of AIFF Futsal Club Championship Set to Kick Off in Gujarat

The third edition of the AIFF Futsal Club Championship will begin at the Swarnim Gujarat Sports University in the Vadodara district, featuring 19 teams competing over 16 days. Group stages start on June 22, leading to the final on July 7. The competition includes new and returning clubs from various states.

The much-anticipated third edition of the AIFF Futsal Club Championship is scheduled to kick off at the Swarnim Gujarat Sports University in the Vadodara district of Gujarat this Saturday. This year, fans can catch the action live on the Indian Football YouTube Channel.

Nineteen teams are set to compete fiercely over a span of 16 days, all aiming to reach the final match on July 7 and earn the prestigious trophy. The competing teams are divided into four groups, with Groups A, B, and C containing five teams each, while Group D features four teams. The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarter-finals.

Significantly, this is the first time the championship will be held outside the capital, with previous editions occurring in Delhi. Among notable participants, hosts Gujarat are pinning their hopes on the Baroda Football Academy, which seeks to surpass its previous group stage elimination. Additionally, the tournament features debutant teams eager to make their mark, alongside seasoned clubs vying for another shot at glory.