La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata will host the CISCE West Bengal and North East Regional Football Tournament for Girls, 2023 on the 11th of July for the Under 17 category, 12th of July for the Under 19 category and 13th of July for the Under 14 category. This is a groundbreaking event as for the first time an all-girls football tournament is being organised by CISCE.
La Martiniere for Girls, has had an all-girls football team for years now, breaking the glass ceiling and gender stereotypes in the sports arena. The endeavours of schools training their girls in the game of football is being encouraged. The teams will be welcomed along with their teachers, coaches and managers.
Kolkata is fondly referred to as the Land of Fish, Fuchka and Football ! Kolkata is regarded to be the home of Indian football with stalwarts like Gostha Pal and Sailen Manna.
The history of Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal Club matches is intrinsic to the very fabric of the culture of the Bengali population. To all this, is no stranger, the Chief Guest for the event, Shri Manas Bhattacharya, the reputed winger of 1970s and 1980s, who has won many laurels while playing for Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting. He has served the National Team with distinction during his career. He shall be an inspiration to the budding footballers to pursue their dreams of playing the game with passion.
The Telegraph Online Edugraph will be present on the ground to embark on a thrilling three-day journey of the undiluted showcase of the stamina and agility of girls through the game. On the third and final day of the tournament, a closing ceremony and prize distribution will be held in the presence of CISCE officials and guests. Let the ball roll!
Day 1 match updates here.
Day 2 leaderboard here.