Peren District Football Association launches inaugural Women’s Football Cup

DIMAPUR — The Peren District Football Association (PDFA) launched its first Women’s Football Cup on Thursday at the Turf Ground, Jalukie town.

The tournament, organised in collaboration with 9 Assam Rifles, Jalukie, comprises 10 teams from across the district competing for top honours.

According to an update, the opening match saw Broiler FC Mhainamtsi deliver a commanding performance, defeating Lamhai Dungki Youth Organisation (LDYO) 4–0.

Goals were netted by Lusina, Ikieheina and Sangbuamliu, with Langailiu of LDYO inadvertently contributing to the scoreline. Sangbuamliu made a notable impact as a substitute, sealing the team’s dominant win.

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In the second match, Jalukie Town Galactico (JTG) overcame Peren Town Youth Organisation (PTYO) with a 2–0 victory. Lunglung opened the scoring, followed by a second goal from Wichengjailiu.

The inaugural programme was attended by Joint Director of the Women’s Resources Department, Melumlung Zeliang. Earlier, a welcome address was delivered by PDFA President Raithu Newmai. Major Anupam Mishra of 9 Assam Rifles gave the keynote address, while the players’ oath was administered by Organising Committee Convenor Zierang Hegwang.

Friday’s matches:

Hingho FC vs Jalukie Town Gunners – 7 am

Heningkunglwa FC vs Mpai FC – 8:30 am

Broiler FC vs Tening Sub-Division – 1:30 pm

Jalukie Town Galactico vs Jalukie Town Liangmai FC – 3 pm