Jamshedpur, January 29: Jamshedpur FC Under-16 will begin their Junior League 2025–26 campaign with an away fixture against Infocus Football Academy in West Bengal, near Habra, on January 30. The match, scheduled to kick off at 2 pm, will be the opening fixture of Group ‘G’.
With the rest of the zonal round matches yet to be confirmed by the All India Football Federation, the encounter marks an important first step for the young JFC side as they begin their group-stage journey.
The 20-member squad features a strong Jharkhand presence, with 16 players selected from the state following extensive trials conducted over a three-month period. The group represents the club’s continued emphasis on identifying and developing local talent through its grassroots programme.
Under the guidance of head coach Shakti Singh, the team has undergone structured preparations in the build-up to the league, focusing on match readiness and tactical discipline ahead of their first competitive outing.
Speaking ahead of the opener, Shakti expressed confidence in the squad’s progress. “The players have been improving constantly. This year we have made good preparations, and it will be a golden opportunity for the players, especially from Jharkhand,” he said.
The opening match will provide an early test for Jamshedpur FC Under-16 as they look to set the tone in Group ‘G’ and build momentum for the remainder of the Junior League campaign.
