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21 games. 25 goals. 5 hat-tricks 🔥 Our striker Ashish Chetry set the benchmark this season at the AIFF U-18 Elite League 2025-26. Consistent and decisive when it mattered, it was a standout outing from the Assam-born forward, playing a key role in ZFA’s runner-up campaign 💙💛 Congratulations, Ashish. Keep shining ✨ #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan

🚨 REMINDER 🚨 The U17 #BlueColts are back! ❤️‍🔥 Here’s a little something to help jog your memory on how we made our way here 😉 #AFCU17 #AsiaDream #IndianFootball ⚽️

Champions 🏆 DFA Udaipur capped off a brilliant campaign in the U-16 Asmita Football League 2025–26 with a 3-1 win over DFA Jhunjhunu in the final 🏆 Forward Sakshi led from the front once again with a brace, while Minu added another to seal the victory 💥 A proud moment for us as 12 #ZincFootball girls were part of the DFA Udaipur squad, including 10 from the Academy and 2 from ZF Community School. Special mention to our Pratigya for being named Best Goalkeeper of the tournament 🧤 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan

DFA Udaipur have made a strong start in the U-16 Asmita Football League 2025–26, registering a 5-0 win over DFA Jodhpur in their opening match, with goals from Pratigya, Minu, Sakshi, Divya and Geet 💥 The girls followed it up with a 3-0 victory over DFA Nagaur in the semi-final, where Anandi, Asha and Minu found the net 💙💛 It is a proud moment for us as 12 players from #ZincFootball are part of the DFA Udaipur squad, including 10 from the Academy and 2 from our ZF Community School. Wishing the team all the best for the final tomorrow ⚽️ #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #ShePower

Match Report | I-League 3 | Group B | Zinc FA 1️⃣–2️⃣ TRAU FC Brave fight falls just short in Imphal... 💙💛 Our ZFA senior team suffered a narrow 1–2 defeat against TRAU FC in their third Group B fixture of the I-League 3, in a hard-fought close contest. Facing a physically strong and experienced TRAU FC side, our team knew the challenge would be significant... especially with the added advantage of the home crowd backing the hosts. TRAU FC made their intent clear early. The hosts struck twice in the opening phase of the match through spot-kicks, capitalising on ZFA’s slow start to take a firm 2–0 lead within the first 20 minutes. With the young ZFA side still settling into the rhythm of the game... after a demanding run of back-to-back matches stretching from their Rajasthan League campaign, the early setback proved costly. But ZFA responded 💥 Gradually growing into the contest, ZFA began to impose themselves physically and tactically, matching TRAU FC more effectively after the initial 20 minutes. The breakthrough came in the 35th minute. In-form winger Abith was in the right place at the right time to pull one back for ZFA, giving the team renewed belief heading into the closing stages of the first half ⚽️ ZFA thought they had found the equaliser just before the break. However, the goal was ruled out, with the referee adjudging a foul on the TRAU FC goalkeeper, denying ZFA what could have been a crucial moment in the match. The second half began with renewed intensity. Inside the dressing room at halftime, the message was clear... belief, fight, and a reminder of the team’s comeback in the previous match against Mumbay FC. The players responded with intent, delivering a disciplined and spirited performance after the restart. ZFA controlled phases of the game, maintained their shape well, and pushed forward in search of an equaliser. But despite their efforts, the decisive goal remained elusive. As the match wore on, ZFA threw everything forward in the dying minutes, but TRAU FC held firm, backed by their home support, to secure all three points. The fight continues 💪 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3 #Rajasthan

Right place, right time 💙💛 Abith pulls one back and sets the tone for the comeback vs TRAU FC today ⚡️ 🎥: @IndianFootball #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3 #Rajasthan

A late push was not enough. Defeat against TRAU FC! #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #ILeague3

A tough opening… but in-form Abith’s finish gives us a foothold 💙💛 1-2 going into the break. #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3 #Rajasthan

Zinc FA 🆚 TRAU FC. Go get it, boys 💙💛 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #iLeague3

Matchday vibes 😍 Group B decider against TRAU FC in Imphal. Early kick-off with big stakes. Go well, lads 💙💛 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #Ileague3

Back between the sticks and chasing bigger dreams now 🇮🇳 Our Academy goalkeeper Rajrup Sarkar earns his spot again in India squad for the AFC Under-17 Asian Cup 2026. The tournament will be played in Saudi Arabia. After shining in the Qualifiers, our boy is ready to step up on the big stage once more 🧤💙💛 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #BlueColts

Not all heroes wear caps…. Some wear gloves 🧤 Our goalkeeper Smarnik Thapa was fantastic throughout the AIFF Under-18 Elite League 2025-26 💙💛 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan

Final training session before the big Group B clash against host TRAU FC 🏃‍♂️💙💛 Who will claim the top spot in Group B? #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3

Match 3 Preview | I-League 3 | Group B | Zinc FA 🆚 TRAU FC Underdogs with momentum... 💙💛 Our Zawar-based Zinc Football Academy face one of their toughest challenges yet as our senior team takes on TRAU FC in their third Group B fixture of the I-League 3 in Imphal, Manipur. Playing in their home state, TRAU FC will have the advantage of familiarity and support, making this a stern test for the visiting side. ZFA, meanwhile, step in as underdogs in this fixture. But with belief. Read full report: linkedin.com/posts/vedanta-… @Hindustan_Zinc_ @Vedanta_Group #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3 #Rajasthan

*Match Report | I-League 3 | Group B | Zinc FA 2️⃣-2️⃣ Mumbay FC* Late drama earns ZFA a point... 💙💛 Our Zinc Football Academy senior team played out a thrilling 2–2 draw against Mumbay FC in the second Group B fixture of the I-League 3, with a dramatic late equaliser capping off an intense contest in Imphal. It was a game that tested character. And ZFA responded. Mumbay FC started strongly, using their experience and physicality to dictate the early tempo. Their direct approach, focused on long balls and winning second balls, posed immediate challenges for ZFA in the opening exchanges. Recognising the threat, ZFA made a tactical adjustment around the 15-minute mark, shifting from a 4-1-4-1 to a 4-4-2 system. The change aimed to press higher and disrupt Mumbay FC's centre-backs in build-up and and it worked. From that point on, the game settled into a balanced contest. Despite chances at both ends, the first half ended goalless 🤝 ZFA struck early after the break. Building on their improved momentum, winger Abith showing creativity in the left flank and putting in a dangerous cross into the box. Experienced striker Naro Hari Shrestha made no mistake in front of the goal, giving ZFA a deserved 1–0 lead. But the response was immediate. Just minutes later, Mumbay FC equalised from a set-piece, bringing the game back to level terms and shifting the momentum once again. The contest continued to swing. ZFA were then dealt a setback when a centre-back was down with a head injury during a crucial phase of play. In the resulting moment of disruption, Mumbay FC capitalised, winning the ball inside the box and converting to take a 2–1 lead in the 91st minute. With time running out, ZFA pushed forward in search of an equaliser. And in the 93rd minute, they found it in spectacular fashion. Substitute SK Asif produced a stunning volley that rocketed into the net, rescuing a point and bringing an electrifying end to a fiercely contested match 🚀 A game of fine margins. ZFA may not have taken all three points, but the fighting spirit on display ensured they remain firmly in the mix in Group B. Two matches. Still unbeaten. The journey continues... ⚽️🇮🇳 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #ILeague3

93rd minute drama ⚡️ Asif comes off the bench and scores a stunning equaliser. 2-2. Golazooo 💙💛 🎥: @IndianFootball #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #ILeague3

Nothing to separate both the sides. Points shared at the end between Zinc FA and Mumbay FC 💙💛 #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #ILeague3

Our captain and experienced striker Naro Hari Shrestha breaks the deadlock right after the half-time break 💥 1-0 💙💛 🎥: @IndianFootball #DeshKaSapnaGoalApna #IndianFootball #Rajasthan #ILeague3