Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Dushanbe: The AFC U-14 Regional Festival of Football 2016 for the South and Central zone was declared closed during a ceremony at the FC Istiqlol Football Academy on Sunday.
Fifteen matches were organised which saw 61 goals scored with the match between hosts Tajikistan and India being the last action before the yearly festival concluded.
“I’m confident that all the players have learnt something valuable from the festival and improved their skills,” said Vice President of Tajikistan Football Federation (TFF) Dilshod Juraev.
“I also believe that football is an ambassador of peace and all the participants have made new friendships in Tajikistan. The federation would like to express its happiness that the festival is ending on such a high note.”
Meanwhile, AFC Manager of Youth Development Dr. Shamil K. Mohammed said: “Thanks to all the players, coaches, AFC officials, the Local Organising Committee and TFF for their invaluable contribution and cooperation during the entire duration of the festival.
“The festival provided a golden opportunity for the players to develop their skills and knowledge. We hope all the players will continue playing and enjoying the beautiful game and progress to the next level which is AFC youth competitions in the future.”
Medals and certificates of participation were presented to the referees and all 108 players and 24 team officials from six participating teams - Afghanistan, India, Islamic Republic of Iran, Kyrgyz Republic, Nepal and Tajikistan.