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    AIFF introduces new 8-a-side format for Sub-Junior National Championships
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    AIFF Introduces New 8-a-side Format For Sub-Junior National Championships

    By IANS News August 28, 2026 • 19:58 PM View: 152
    The All India Football Federation: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has introduced a new competition format for the upcoming Sub Junior Boys' and Girls' National Football Championships 2026-27, with the aim of youth development and aligning existing grassroots pathways with global standards.

    Based on the FIFA U15 World Cup format guidelines, the revised structure intends to create a more dynamic and development-focused environment in an effort to enhance player growth, technical proficiency and intensity of competition at the youth level.

    Under the new format, matches will be played 8 v 8, with two halves of 20 minutes each and a five-minute half-time break. The pitch will measure 68 metres by 50 metres, with a standard goal size of 7.32 metres by 2.44 metres. An offside line will be marked at 23 metres.

    TAGS Junior National Championships All India Football Federation Sub Junior Boys National Football Championships FIFA U15 World Cup AIFF Competition Management System Earlier AIFF
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