BHAICHUNG BHUTIA, Indian football icon, unveiled the trophy and officially launched Season 2 of the SFL Football League at Hotel Rangsharda, Mumbai, on Saturday, 20 September.
The grassroots league, organised by Sports For Life (SFL), will kick off on 5 October and run for six months, bringing tech-powered football action to Mumbai and Pune.
Season 2 is open to boys’ and girls’ teams across age groups 5 to 18, featuring over 2,000 matches, more than 3,000 players, and an expected 6,000+ fans. With official affiliations from the Mumbai Football Association (MFA), Pune District Football Association (PDFA), and AIFF Blue Cubs, SFL is positioning itself as one of the most dynamic youth football ecosystems in India. Every match will be live-streamed, with in-depth AI-powered analysis provided for teams and players.
Bhutia said, “India needs strong grassroots systems if we want to compete globally. A league like SFL gives children the chance to play consistently, experience professional matchdays, and dream bigger. This is where the next generation of footballers will come from.”
SFL CEO and co-founder Sourjyendu Medda said, “Our mission is to create India’s most connected grassroots football ecosystem. The expansion into Pune is a big step in that direction.”
SFL COO and co-founder Armaan Tandon added, “Every child deserves the opportunity to play in a structured, competitive environment. SFL is about bringing communities together while raising the standard of youth football.”
