Maharashtra State Inter District Football Championship for U-20 Men (2024–25)

Football Pyramid Classification: Tier 2 • State Apex

Pyramid Significance: State-level championship tier serving as the direct feeder stage for national representative squads.

Organised by: the Western India Football Association WIFA | Location: Lonavala

The Maharashtra State Inter District Football Championship for U-20 Men is an official state football championship organized under the governance of the Western India Football Association (WIFA). Representing a critical component of Maharashtra's football pyramid, this tournament brings together elite district representative sides and top academy teams from across Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Kolhapur, Nagpur, and regional districts to compete for state honors. Holding vital significance in the state's athletic landscape, the championship provides a structured, high-intensity platform dedicated to men's youth development. Over successive editions, the competition has nurtured countless athletes who have progressed to represent Maharashtra in national AIFF championships and earned contracts with elite professional clubs across India. The competition features a rigorous multi-stage format beginning with round-robin group fixtures and progressing to elimination quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals. Hosted at premier regional sports facilities across Maharashtra, matches demand exceptional tactical organization, tactical stamina, and physical resilience across demanding fixture turnarounds. The championship serves as the primary scouting platform for state team selectors choosing Maharashtra squads for national tournaments. Club scouts and academy technical directors actively track standout players throughout the tournament. Through ProPlayerPage, participating athletes build a verified, tamper-proof record of their matches, tournament honors, and performance metrics for scouts nationwide.

Participating Teams & Squad Rosters (32)