Jammu In a riveting finale at the Mini Stadium Prade Ground in Jammu, the 17th Christmas Gold Cup Football Tournament reached its thrilling conclusion. Organized by the All J&K Sports & Culture Welfare Association in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council, the event witnessed an electrifying face-off between Downtown FC Srinagar and J&K Bank FC.
The match, graced by esteemed personalities including Shri Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt. Governor (UT of J&K, Jammu), and dignitaries like Priya Sethi and Yudhveer Sethi, former Ministers from BJP, Rev. Dr. Vijay Kumar of St. Paul Church (CNI), Ramesh Dubey, KAS officer, among others, showcased the prowess of both teams.
The showdown culminated in a nail-biting finish with J&K Bank FC emerging victorious with a 1-0 scoreline, courtesy of a last-minute goal by Jersey No. 10, Prem Kumar. The intensity and skill displayed by both teams left the audience in awe, especially garnering praise from veteran players and the local communities of Old City People who were elated to witness such high-caliber football in their vicinity.
The match, officiated by referees Ajay Singh, Aman Bhnathia, Aman Soodan, and Dheeraj Menia, showcased exceptional sportsmanship, technical finesse, and tactical brilliance from both sides.
Chief guests commemorated the event by distributing prizes and mementos among the players, officials, and the hardworking committees, highlighting the dedication and commitment displayed throughout the tournament. The successful organization of the event under the supervision of Manager Satpal Singh marked a memorable celebration of football in the region.(KNB)