SECUNDERABAD: Hyderabad FC, in partnership with Secunderabad United, recently concluded a successful 10-team Under-13 tournament, the Future Is Us Cup, at Tarnaka Secunderabad. The tournament, which took place on August 13th and 15th, saw over 200 people in attendance and more than 40 games played.
The final spot in the playoffs was decided in the last game on goal difference, while Hotfut Academy needed penalties to beat Brawlers in the 3rd place playoff. United Studs Football Club (USFC) was crowned Champions after beating Rovers Academy 2-0, thanks to goals from Zia ul Hussain and Sadhwick Raj.
The tournament was an eventful exhibition of quality football on Independence Day, with over 80 high-quality goals scored throughout the two days of the tournament. Hyderabad FC’s First Team Assistant Coach, Shameel Chembakath, was in attendance for the knockout phase of the competition, keeping a keen eye on the upcoming talent from the footballing hotbed of the city.
Individual awards were also given out, with P. Sai Daksh from Rovers Academy winning the Golden Boot for most goals, Mohammad Osman Hussain from USFC winning the Golden Glove for best keeper, and Sadhwick Raj from USFC winning the Golden Ball for best player.
The Future Is Us Cup will return with U15 and U17 tournaments scheduled soon. Keep an eye on the club’s social media handles for more information.