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The Maharashtra Junior Girls team delivered an exceptional and inspiring campaign, emerging as the Champions of the DR. Talimeren Ao Junior Girls National Football Championship 2025–26 (Tier 2). The squad showcased outstanding skill, discipline, and unity throughout the tournament, ultimately lifting the prestigious trophy and earning qualification to Junior Girls Tier 1.
Group Stage Journey – Group D
Maharashtra began their campaign in Group D, opening with a thrilling contest against Mizoram. In a high-intensity match, both teams displayed quality football, resulting in an exciting 3-3 draw.
In their second group match, Maharashtra bounced back strongly with a composed and confident performance, securing a 2-0 victory over Madhya Pradesh, demonstrating excellent control on both ends of the pitch.
The team sealed their semifinal berth in stunning fashion by outplaying their next opponents 14-0, marking one of the most dominant wins of the tournament and showcasing the depth and attacking firepower of the squad.
Semi-Final: Maharashtra vs Punjab
Carrying their momentum into the knockout stage, Maharashtra delivered another controlled and disciplined performance in the semifinal. With strong coordination and excellent execution, they earned a clinical 2-0 win over Punjab, securing a well-deserved place in the championship final.
Grand Finale: Maharashtra vs Uttar Pradesh
The final was a brilliant display of determination, teamwork, and high-quality football. Maharashtra stepped onto the field with confidence and dominated the proceedings, earning a tremendous 4-1 victory over Uttar Pradesh.
The players showcased brilliant movement, sharp finishing, and unwavering fighting spirit to bring the championship trophy home and complete a memorable campaign.
