James lalnunchhana

AIFF Futsal Club Championship: Juggernaut FC and Triumph FC experienced contrasting results in Group A encounters as the opening day of the fourth edition of the AIFF Futsal Club Championship 2024–25 saw plenty of drama and goals in the Shri Manoj Sarkar Stadium – Shivalik Hall in Rudrapur on Sunday.

While Gujarat’s Juggernaut FC announced their return to the tournament in style with a commanding 8-2 triumph over 2022–23 champions Minerva Academy FC, debutants Triumph FC and Real Lona FC settled for a hard-fought 1-1 draw.

For Juggernaut FC, Shibu Sunny scored a hat-trick while Shivam Yadav netted a brace as they notched up three points and reached the top of the group. Minerva will need to regroup quickly as they find themselves at the bottom of the group with Triumph and Real Lona each earning a point.