Ngambom FC WINS 3rd Rajiv Gandhi Sports Meet Trophy 2014

New Delhi, 26 Aug 2014: The final match of the 3rd Rajiv Gandhi Sports Meet concluded on Monday, with Ngambom FC triumphing over Mazeltove CF in a penalty shootout. This year, 43 teams competed for the coveted trophy over four days.

Both teams showed strong offensive plays in the first half, but neither could score. After an intense second half, the match remained tied, leading to the shootout where Mazeltove missed two goals, while Ngambom missed one.

The closing ceremony was graced by Oscar Fernandez, MP (Rajya Sabha), as the chief guest, alongside Girish Chaudankar, AICC Secretary-in-charge of NSUI, and Roji M. John, National President of NSUI, as guests of honour.

Ngambom FC walked away with a cash prize of Rs 20,000, along with the trophy and certificate. The name “Ngambom” is derived from a Kuki folktale about a boy who sacrificed himself to reunite with his beloved, Khupting, in the afterlife.

The 3rd Rajiv Gandhi Sports Meet final match between Ngambom FC and
Mazeltove CF got underway in a festive atmosphere, with Oscar Fernandez, MP (Rajya Sabha),
kicking off the ball with great enthusiasm. As the ball rolled onto the field, the officials,
players, and friends in attendance erupted in jubilant joy, setting the tone for an exciting match.

Mazeltove received a cash prize of Rs 10,000, trophy, and certificates, while Feather Head United claimed the second runner-up prize, consisting of a trophy and certificates.

Mazeltove’s striker Jiden was named the Best Player, receiving a cash prize of Rs 2000 and a certificate.

Best Player Award: Jiden of Mazeltove

All individual players from the teams were awarded certificates as well.

Organized by the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), the sports meet took place at Chhatrasal Stadium from August 22-25 for North East students of Delhi University.

Runners up: Mazeltove CF 

“We love football, so we don’t mind playing under the scorching sun for four consecutive days,” said Mr. Len, a DU student from Manipur.

“This year, we have the highest number of participants. We organized this for North East students of Delhi University to showcase their skills and talents,” said Subrat Borah, chief of the organizer.

~ Bruce K. Thangkhal
(The Mizoram Post | The Northeast Today | Manipur Chronicle | Zogam Today)

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