Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: GFDC Portais Sporting Club has left Goa for Belgaum, Karnataka, to represent the state in the inaugural AIFF Women’s Youth League 2026–27, which begins on October 16 at the Sporting Planet Sports Complex, Lovedale Central School.
The tournament marks an important opportunity for Goa’s young women footballers to compete at the national level and showcase their talent against teams from across the country.
Ahead of their departure, the team’s jersey unveiling ceremony was held at Atal Stadium in St Cruz on Wednesday. The event was attended by GFDC Chairman Glenn Ticlo, Member Secretary Deepesh Priolkar, Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs Director Dr Ajay Gaude, along with players and officials of GFDC Portais Sporting Club.
The ceremony marked the team’s preparations for the upcoming competition, with the players set to carry Goa’s hopes into the inaugural edition of the national youth league.
GFDC extended its best wishes to the squad and expressed confidence that the players would deliver a strong performance throughout the tournament.
The participation of GFDC Portais Sporting Club is expected to provide valuable competitive exposure to Goa’s emerging women footballers, helping them gain experience and develop their skills at a higher level.
As the team begins its campaign in Belgaum, the players will look to make the most of the opportunity and bring pride to Goa through their performances on the national stage.
