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HOPS FC relegated to second division after a home defeat against Sribhumi

HOPS FC relegated to second division after a home defeat against Sribhumi

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Relegation from Indian Women’s League 2024-25 was confirmed for HOPS FC, who suffered a 0-3 defeat at the hands of Sribhumi FC at the Ambedkar Stadium on Saturday. Goals from Apurna Narzary (24’), Sandra Atinga (79’), and Rimpa Haldar (84’) sealed a comfortable win for Sribhumi, who extended their unbeaten run to three matches. The first half ended 1-0 in the away side’s favour. Heading into the fixture, HOPS were embroiled in a tight relegation scrap involving Odisha FC and Nita FA. To stand any chance of survival, they needed to win both of their remaining matches. However, Saturday’s performance proved to be the final blow. HOPS remain at the bottom of the table with eight points from 13 games, making it mathematically impossible for them to climb out of the relegation zone — even if they win their final match against Sethu FC. Odisha FC is placed a rung above them at the seventh spot with 12 points from as many matches. Sribhumi, meanwhile, is on a high. With East Bengal already crowned champions, …

Sethu FC downs Odisha FC, HOPS FC snatch late draw against Kickstart FC

Sethu FC downs Odisha FC, HOPS FC snatch late draw against Kickstart FC

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Sethu FC delivered a commanding performance to outclass Odisha FC 3-1 in their 2024-25 Indian Women’s League encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on March 27, 2025. A first-half brace from Amnah Nababi (7’, 13’) and a goal from Moussa Zouwairatou (41’) sealed the win for Sethu, while Lynda Kom Serto (90+6’) scored a late consolation goal for Odisha. The victory ended Sethu’s four-match losing streak, taking them to third place with 13 points from 10 matches. Odisha FC, on the other hand, slumped to their fourth consecutive defeat, dropping to sixth place with 11 points from 10 games. In another Indian Women’s League clash, HOPS FC secured a 1-1 draw against Kickstart FC at the Ambedkar Stadium, thanks to a late equalizer by Ghanaian defender Constance Achiaa (84’). Kickstart FC had taken the lead through Renu (10’), but they failed to hold on. HOPS FC remain at the bottom of the table with five points from 10 games, while Kickstart FC sit just above the relegation zone with 10 points from as many matches. …

Manisha Naik and Bala Devi shine as Nita FA and Sribhumi FC secure wins

Manisha Naik and Bala Devi shine as Nita FA and Sribhumi FC secure wins

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The Indian Women’s League 2024-25 witnessed an exciting matchday as Nita FA and Sribhumi FC registered crucial victories. In Bhubaneswar, Manisha Naik’s second-half brace guided Nita FA to a dominant 2-0 win over HOPS FC. Meanwhile, in Barrackpore, India international Bala Devi stole the show with a hat-trick, leading Sribhumi FC to a thrilling 3-2 triumph against Sethu FC. The results helped both teams climb up the table as the league’s competition intensifies. Naik’s Brace Earns Nita FA Full Points Against HOPS FC A second-half brace by Manisha Naik helped Nita FA secure a comfortable 2-0 victory over HOPS FC at the Capital Football Arena. Naik (60’, 63’) struck twice in quick succession to seal three points for Nita FA, who dominated proceedings throughout the match. The result propelled them to the fifth spot in the IWL 2024-25 table with 10 points from eight matches, while HOPS FC remain at the bottom with just one point. Veteran midfielder Kamala Devi was instrumental in Nita FA’s triumph, controlling the midfield and creating multiple chances. While clear-cut …

Gokulam Kerala thrash Sribhumi, East Bengal dominate Nita FA

Gokulam Kerala thrash Sribhumi, East Bengal dominate Nita FA

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The Indian Women’s League (IWL) witnessed contrasting fortunes for two of its top teams on Monday, January 20, 2025. Gokulam Kerala FC, spurred by an extraordinary four-goal performance from Fazila Ikwaput, crushed Sribhumi FC 5-1 to bag their first win of the season. Meanwhile, East Bengal FC maintained their dominant run, defeating Nita FA 4-1 to consolidate their position at the top of the table. Fazila’s show powers Gokulam Kerala to first win Sribhumi FC 1–5 Gokulam Kerala FC Gokulam Kerala FC finally broke their winless streak with a stunning 5-1 victory over Sribhumi FC at the Bibhutibhusan Stadium. Ugandan striker Fazila Ikwaput was unstoppable, scoring four goals, including the fastest goal in IWL history in just 17 seconds. Sribhumi briefly leveled the score in the 38th minute through Queenable Akousa Amankrah’s header, but Fazila restored Gokulam’s lead three minutes later. Shubhangi Singh added to the tally with a spectacular long-range goal, while Fazila completed her hat-trick and added another with clinical finishes in the second half. The win lifted Gokulam Kerala to second place …

17-year-old Anju Chanu becomes youngest Captain in Indian Football history

17-year-old Anju Chanu becomes youngest Captain in Indian Football history

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Making history on Saturday, 17-year-old Anju Chanu from Manipur donned the captain’s armband for Sethu FC, becoming the youngest captain ever in a top-tier Indian league. Anju led her team to a hard-fought 1-0 victory against newly-promoted Sribhumi FC in their Indian Women’s League (IWL) opener at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. This moment of triumph carries added significance as it’s a tale of two captains from the same state representing different clubs – one being the prodigious 17-year-old Anju, and the other the iconic Ngangom Bala Devi, a pioneer in women’s football. The match was decided by a single moment of brilliance in the second half. After an evenly-contested first period, Sethu’s Ugandan midfielder, Amnah Nababi, scored her debut IWL goal with a stunning right-footed volley in the 59th minute. 🌟 Youngest Captain in India? That’s Our Anju! 🌟 17-year-old Anju Chanu from Manipur just made HISTORY as the youngest player to rock the captain’s armband in a top-tier league! 🫡⚽ Yesterday, she led us against Sribhumi FC, and let’s just say, she’s …

Odisha FC to kick off their campaign against Gokulam Kerala

Odisha FC to kick off their campaign against Gokulam Kerala

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The 2024-25 Indian Women’s League (IWL) season is set to kick off with a thrilling encounter between defending champions Odisha FC Women (OFCW) and Gokulam Kerala FC on January 10, 2025, at EMS Stadium in Kozhikode, Kerala. The match promises to be a high-stakes battle between two of the league’s top contenders, with both teams looking to make an early statement. Odisha FC Women enter the season as the defending champions, having dominated the 2023-24 IWL season with 31 points from 12 matches. Under the guidance of Coach Crispin Chettri, the team secured 10 wins and one draw, dethroning Gokulam Kerala FC, who finished second with 29 points. Despite losing a few key players, Odisha FC remains a formidable force, thanks to the arrival of several promising young talents. Coach Chettri shared his thoughts on preparing for the season, saying, “This year, we have a very young side with only a few players remaining from last season. But we are growing as a team every day, and we are confident we can defend our title.” …

A bigger, more competitive season over the horizon

A bigger, more competitive season over the horizon

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The much-anticipated Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2024-25 is set to kick off on January 10, 2025, marking the start of another thrilling chapter in Indian women’s football. The league is expanding with eight teams this season after two teams were promoted from the inaugural IWL 2 season. Fans can expect a highly competitive tournament with 56 matches taking place across the country over the next three months. These fixtures will not only determine the national champion but also offer the victorious team a golden opportunity to represent India at the 2025-26 AFC Women’s Champions League. Defending Champions Odisha FC: Can they keep the momentum going? Odisha FC Women made history last season by clinching their maiden IWL trophy, breaking Gokulam Kerala FC’s long-standing dominance. Under head coach Crispin Chettri, they finished the 2023-24 season as champions, marking an impressive start for the club, which was only founded in 2022. This season, however, the Kalinga Warriors are facing a new challenge, as several key players have moved on, making way for a younger, fresher squad. Despite …

Sethu FC Returns to Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Sethu FC Returns to Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

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Sethu Football Club, based in Madurai, is thrilled to announce its return to Chennai’s iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium for the upcoming 2024-25 season of the Indian Women’s League (IWL) conducted by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). As the sole representative of Tamil Nadu in the IWL, Sethu FC eagerly anticipates the opportunity to once again play in front of its loyal home supporters after a season spent in Goa due to unforeseen circumstances. The Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) has granted the club permission to use the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, providing a significant boost to the team as it prepares for the upcoming season. Playing in Tamil Nadu not only benefits the players but also helps reconnect with the club’s passionate local fan base, which has been a constant source of support since the team’s inception. Expressing his gratitude, Club Chairman and Owner, Mr. Seeni Mohaideen, said: “We express our sincere gratitude to the Government of Tamil Nadu for its pivotal role in the holistic development of sports across various disciplines in …