Building on its mission to invest in grassroots football, Mumbai City FC announced Wednesday the commencement of season 2 of the Blue Cubs League 2024-2025, powered by Reliance Foundation, which runs from January 15 through to March 9.
The league features teams from various academies competing in three age groups: U9, U10, and U11. These young players are competing for the championship title, showcasing their skills and potential for a future in the sport.
The U10 and U11 age groups include teams from E7 Football Academy, Tipu Sultan FA, Bravo Football, Bravehearts FA, Mumbai City FC, Somaiya Sports Academy, BFC Soccer Schools, and Anstrengung United (7 teams in total). The U9 category will have an additional team, Homegrown Grasshoppers, bringing the total number of teams to 8 in this age group.
The Mumbai City FC Blue Cubs League 2024-2025 is binge hosted at the Wings Sports Centre, Bandra West, Mumbai. The league is held in affiliation with the Mumbai Football Association (MFA), Western India Football Association (WIFA) and All India Football Federation.
Kandarp Chandra, CEO of Mumbai City FC commented: “Grassroots football development remains a priority for us at Mumbai City FC, and the Blue Cubs League is a key part of our efforts. We’re excited to see young players compete, grow, and showcase their talents this year. Their enthusiasm and commitment inspire us, and we’re proud to support the next generation of footballers. This league will be key in shaping their future in the sport. We thank MFA, WIFA, and AIFF for their continued support in making this initiative a success.”
