New Delhi: Shrestha FC defeated MCD West Zone in the final to win the inaugural MCD Mini Football League 2026 at Ambedkar Stadium. The tournament concluded with a closing ceremony attended by Union Minister of State Harsh Malhotra as chief guest and Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi.
The league brought together 94 teams from across Delhi and more than 1,400 young footballers, according to MCD.
₹1 lakh prize for Shrestha FC
The winning team received a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, while runner-up MCD West Zone was awarded ₹51,000.
Addressing the students and spectators, Malhotra said the initiative was aligned with Khelo India and the National Education Policy. He repeated the message, “If India Plays, India Flourishes,” and referred to opportunities for emerging sportspersons.
Wahi said the league aimed to identify sporting talent at an early age and make sports accessible to every child. He also emphasised encouraging girls to participate without barriers and show their abilities on the field.
The mayor said MCD sought to promote honesty, discipline, tolerance, hard work, teamwork and responsibility through sport. He expressed hope that the league would encourage children to pursue sports and compete at national and international levels.
