KATHUA, SEPTEMBER 20: The ongoing Kathua Football League 2026, organised by the District Administration Kathua under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, witnessed two action-packed semifinal encounters today at the Sports Ground, GDC Kathua, with Kick Off Seniors and Hiranagar Football Club securing their places in the much-awaited final.
In the first semifinal, Kick Off Seniors registered a commanding 8-1 victory over Sunday Football Club. Jimmy and Gourav scored two goals each, while Rohit also netted a brace. Aman and Jatinder contributed one goal each to complete an emphatic win for Kick Off Seniors.
The second semifinal saw an impressive performance by Hiranagar Football Club, which defeated Flote Football Club 2-0 to book its place in the final. Aryan and Lalit contributed one goal each for Hiranagar FC to seal the victory.
With the semifinal results, Kick Off Seniors and Hiranagar Football Club have qualified for the final of Kathua Football League 2026, setting the stage for an exciting title clash. The final will be played tomorrow, bringing the youth-centric football tournament to its much-anticipated culmination.
The league, being organised as part of the District Administration Kathua’s Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, aims to provide young people with meaningful avenues for sports, fitness, teamwork and constructive engagement, while promoting the message of a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.
