Gangtok, July 26
As India continues its journey towards earning a place in the FIFA World Cup, tournaments like the 64th Subroto Cup State Level Football Tournament 2025 stand as the foundation for that dream. Held under the auspices of the Sports & Youth Affairs Department, Government of Sikkim, the finals and Cash Incentive Awards Ceremony brought electrifying energy to Paljor Stadium, Gangtok.
Graced by the Honourable Minister for Education, Sports & Youth Affairs, and Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Raju Basnet, the event was more than just a football match — it was a celebration of Sikkim’s growing prominence in national sports.
64th Subroto Cup State Level Football Tournament 2025: Final Match Results
The finals, played under floodlights for the first time in state-level inter-school football history, offered thrilling displays of skill, passion, and team spirit.
- Under-15 Boys Final
🏆 Sombaria Senior Secondary School (Soreng District)
🥈 St. Xavier’s School, Pakyong
Score: 2 – 0
A dominant performance from the boys of Sombaria SSS ensured a convincing victory and a ticket to represent Sikkim in the national-level Subroto Cup. - Under-17 Boys Final
🏆 PM Shri Tashi Namgyal Senior Secondary School, Gangtok
🥈 Soreng Senior Secondary School
Score: 3 – 1
A high-intensity match saw Tashi Namgyal SSS rise to the occasion with superior tactical play and coordination. - Under-17 Girls Final
🏆 PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School, Soreng
🥈 PM Shri Deorali Girls Senior Secondary School, Gangtok
Score: 5 – 0
The girls from Soreng delivered a spectacular performance, overwhelming their opponents with flair and determination.
🏅 Player of the Match: Drishti Gurung (PM Shri Deorali Girls SSS)
Why Subroto Cup Matters: Pathway to FIFA Glory
India may still be chasing its debut in the FIFA World Cup, but the seeds are sown in tournaments like the Subroto Cup. As a football fan, witnessing these grassroots battles is a reminder that dreams are not built in stadiums—they begin on school grounds, nurtured by passion and dedication.
The Minister highlighted that 36 schools across all four districts participated in the preliminary district-level tournaments. The respective champions converged at Paljor Stadium for the state-level finals. The inclusion of night matches under floodlights marks a new chapter in sports infrastructure in the state.
Honouring Meritorious Athletes
Alongside the finals, the Cash Incentive Awards Ceremony for Meritorious Sportspersons (2024–25) was held to recognize and reward athletes for their national achievements.
The Minister congratulated:
- Mr. Manoj Kami – National-level medalist
- Ms. Chandrakala Sharma – National-level medalist
These awards, backed by increased sports budgeting and athlete welfare schemes under the leadership of the Chief Minister, aim to boost morale and push youth to aim higher.
As Sombaria SSS (U-15 Boys), Tashi Namgyal SSS (U-17 Boys), and Soreng SSS (U-17 Girls) prepare to represent Sikkim at the national level Subroto Cup, we, the football fans of India, believe that the future is bright. These young talents are not just school athletes; they are future national players. Every goal, every tackle, every pass is a step closer to the ultimate dream — India in the FIFA World Cup.
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