Teams
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National United SC
City FC New Delhi
Jaguar FC (India)
Youngmen SC
Ahbab FC
Indian Air Force
Shastri FC
Hindustan FC
Garhwal FC
Garhwal Diamond FC
Delhi United
Friends United
Tarun Sangha FC
Sudeva Delhi FC
Uttarakhand State FA
Delhi FA
Delhi Tigers
Rangers SC
Royal Rangers FC
United Bharat FC
CISF
Ajmal FC
Indian National FC
Bangadarshan
Frontier FC
Victory FC
Youngsters Delhi
Cosmos FC Delhi
Delhi Young Boys
Paschim Heroes
Shakti FC
Hops FC
Royal FC
Goodwill FC
Wikipedia - Delhi Football League
The Delhi Football League is a ladder-based state football competition organised by Football Delhi (FD), involving a total of five divisions with over 80 teams in the Indian state of Delhi. Delhi Premier League is the top-division, started in 1948 as DSA Senior Division.
History
The first parent body of Delhi football was formed in 1926, with professor Mohammed Zubair Qureishi as secretary. There was no proper local league but the clubs used to participate in private tournaments organised by sport enthusiasts. Due to the violence and upheaval caused by the Partition of India, the Delhi League was suspended after 1946. It resumed in 1948 and the oldest club in the capital Young Men has won it that year. From 1948 onwards, the Delhi League took a particular shape. It had three divisions. The top 10 teams played in the A division, on a double-leg basis, with all matches being held at the Ambedkar Stadium, earlier known as the Delhi Gate Stadium. The B and C division matches took place at either the nearby Crescent Ground or the President's Estate Ground. Except for transport allowance, kit and refreshment, there was no payment to the players. However, club officials would strive to get their top players jobs in leading public sector concerns like Delhi Audit, Northern Railway, State Bank of India, Central Secretariat Service, Delhi Electric Supply Undertaking (DESU), Food Corporation of India (FCI) and so on. A competitive institutional league was also held annually.
The tournament brings together teams from various districts and clubs across Delhi, creating a vibrant and competitive atmosphere. It serves as a platform for both established and emerging players to showcase their skills and make a mark in the Indian soccer scene.
The India Delhi Senior Division tournament features a rigorous and exciting format, with teams competing in a series of matches to secure their place in the knockout stages. The matches are played on state-of-the-art soccer fields, providing players with the best possible playing conditions.
The tournament attracts a large and enthusiastic crowd of soccer enthusiasts, who come to cheer for their favorite teams and players. The atmosphere is electric, with passionate chants, colorful banners, and a palpable sense of excitement filling the air.
The India Delhi Senior Division tournament not only promotes the sport of soccer but also fosters a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship among the participants. It serves as a platform for players to learn from each other, exchange ideas, and build lasting friendships.
The tournament also provides a valuable opportunity for scouts and talent spotters to identify promising players who could potentially represent the national team or secure professional contracts with top clubs in India and abroad.
Overall, the India Delhi Senior Division soccer tournament is a celebration of the beautiful game, showcasing the immense talent and passion for soccer in India. It is a must-attend event for soccer enthusiasts and a testament to the growing popularity and development of the sport in the country.