Kalinga Arrows Cup (2026–27)
Football Pyramid Classification: Tier 1 • National Apex
Pyramid Significance: National championship tier providing elite scouting visibility for National Teams and professional clubs.
Organised by: the All India Football Federation (AIFF) | Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
The Kalinga Arrows Cup is an official football tournament organized to promote high-calibre competitive play and structured athletic development at the national level in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Formulated to provide participating teams with a standardized, professionally administered platform, the competition plays a vital role in expanding footballing opportunities and fostering athletic discipline across the region. The tournament has earned a respected reputation among local clubs, academies, and footballing communities for its competitive integrity and vibrant sporting atmosphere. Gathering ambitious teams dedicated to raising their playing standards, the championship showcases rich local passion and a commitment to competitive sportsmanship that inspires players and supporters alike. The competition is staged using a modern tournament format comprising structured group fixtures followed by elimination knockout stages. Hosted at quality football venues in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, matches test teams' tactical organization, defensive discipline, and stamina across demanding fixture schedules, guaranteeing thrilling action and memorable sporting moments throughout the campaign. As an active competitive event, the Kalinga Arrows Cup provides emerging footballers with valuable match experience and talent exposure. Consistent performances throughout the tournament serve as a tangible measure of player readiness for higher-tier leagues and representative selections. Through ProPlayerPage's verified athlete passports and match records, player achievements in this competition are securely documented, giving players permanent visibility with scouts, coaches, and clubs across the football landscape.
Participating Teams & Squad Rosters (8)
AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha
- Anish Kumar Besan (Forward)
- Priyanshu Khaskel (Defender)
- Naorem Deny Meitei (Defender)
- Lenkhogin Khongsai (Midfielder)
- Dennish Thokchom (Defender)
- Maisnam Shyamsunder Singh (Defender)
- Arnav Patil (Forward)
- Janggoulen Baite (Defender)
- Anwar Ahmad (Midfielder)
- Luchingba Laikhuram (Defender)
- Anaai Rajesh Dsouza (Midfielder)
- Shourya Singh (Midfielder)
- Maibam Samananda Meitei (Forward)
- Subhra Manyum Soren (Goalkeeper)
- Thrijal Ba (Midfielder)
- Rupam Nandy (Goalkeeper)
- Rudraksh Bansal (Goalkeeper)
- Thiyam Famous (Forward)
- Anubhab Naik (Forward)
- Prayas Behera (Defender)
- Aditya Mohanta (Midfielder)
- Shyam Sawaiya (Defender)
- Pintu Nag (Defender)
AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana
- Jatavath Sai (Goalkeeper)
- Hidangmayum Krishnananda Sharma (Defender)
- P Naren Balaji (Defender)
- Parthasaradhy S Rajesh (Defender)
- Harjinder Singh (Defender)
- Kamminthang Kipgen (Midfielder)
- Aasthik B (Midfielder)
- Muhammad Yaseer Shekh (Midfielder)
- Mohammed Anas (Forward)
- Willson Lakra (Forward)
- Muhammed Shadil Pp (Goalkeeper)
- Prayag S Raman (Forward)
- Dikshit Rai (Midfielder)
- Samson John Richard (Midfielder)
- Abdul Gafur (Defender)
- Hiran Roy (Defender)
- Chinmay Kunnummadathil (Forward)
- Dilson Loitongbam (Defender)
- Shaik Sofian (Midfielder)
- Daison Colaco (Forward)
- Bodhari Nava Deep (Midfielder)
Bengaluru FC
- Nongmaithem Kaiku Meetei (Defender)
- Jordan Mobin Paul (Midfielder)
- Ved Krishnama (Defender)
- Mohammed Faheem Ibrahim Thonikara (Goalkeeper)
- Daniel Lalawampuia (Forward)
- Royal Limboo (Goalkeeper)
- Shaureya Veer Verma (Defender)
- Ngayi Ronra Shimray (Defender)
- Manggoulen Tuboi (Defender)
- Md Musha (Forward)
- Mutum Biky Meitei (Midfielder)
- Ch. Sakip (Forward)
- Arvidrian Samwanki Lato (Forward)
- Akash Mondal (Forward)
- Ratul N (Defender)
- Deepak Kanaujiya (Midfielder)
- Asif Khan Ms (Forward)
- Rengbek Sekho (Midfielder)
- Adith Issac Benny (Midfielder)
- Advaith Sajithkumar Nair (Defender)
FC Madras
- Subrata Hembram (Defender)
- Ritesh Bodra (Midfielder)
- Muhammad Shazil Vp (Midfielder)
- Dharani Vendhan V K (Defender)
- Arnav Sumesh Nair (Defender)
- Mohammed Riyas Pk (Forward)
- Hadi Zain K (Midfielder)
- D.harish Mallaiya (Goalkeeper)
- Souvik Halder (Midfielder)
- Dhanvharsh Dinakaran (Midfielder)
- P.jeremiah (Midfielder)
- Areez Alam A (Forward)
- Niranjan D (Defender)
- Chhotan Kumar (Forward)
- Mohammed Azlaan Landge (Defender)
- Takhellambam Lanchenba (Defender)
- Dipesh Sharad Shinde (Goalkeeper)
- Mayengbam Tenison Singh (Forward)
- K Aathan Ramasamy (Forward)
- Nirrvan Tikone (Defender)
- Dhruv Rajesh Tatikonda (Forward)
Football 4 Change Academy
- Mangminlun Touthang (Defender)
- Letgousang Vaiphei (Forward)
- Francis Ngammingou Baite (Goalkeeper)
- Thanglensang Lupheng (Defender)
- Michael Jangkholet Haokip (Defender)
- Doungul Thangnelson Haokip (Defender)
- Lunginhao Haokip (Defender)
- Seigunlen Haokip (Midfielder)
- Kamgoumin (Forward)
- Augustine Janggoumang Kipgen (Midfielder)
- Lunminlal Kipgen (Forward)
- Martin Janggoulen Khongsai (Forward)
- Jangboilen Haokip (Midfielder)
- Letgoumang Haokip (Forward)
- Lengouhao Kipgen (Defender)
- Jangminlen Shongthu (Midfielder)
- Lunjachung Singson (Forward)
- Thangboilen Haokip (Defender)
- Seikhanthang Chongloi (Goalkeeper)
- Mangminlen Kipgen (Forward)
- Mangminthang Kipgen (Forward)
- Paokholun Kipgen (Forward)
- Tongkholun Touthang (Defender)
ODM Football Schools
- Dinabandhu Minz (Defender)
- Srisant Mukhi (Midfielder)
- Shreejal Kisku (Midfielder)
- Ayushman Pradhan (Defender)
- Ayush Gope (Forward)
- Satyajit Singh (Midfielder)
- Aditya Majhi (Forward)
- Mohit Yadav (Forward)
- Shresth Samanto (Goalkeeper)
- Ejili Asish Tigga (Defender)
- Reyansh Shyam (Midfielder)
- Pratyush Murmu (Defender)
- Mirtunjai Singh Gurung (Defender)
- Arnold Kerketta (Defender)
- Lucky Mirdha (Defender)
- Subhang Mohapatra (Forward)
- Ehsaas Pangi (Defender)
- Aryan Kumar (Defender)
- Varin Mohapatra (Defender)
- Aditya Lal (Midfielder)
- Aditya Baral (Defender)
- Gyana Ranjan Rout (Goalkeeper)
Punjab FC
- Augustasya Gupta (Goalkeeper)
- Akash (Midfielder)
- Khupkhanlian (Midfielder)
- Maibam Mangalsana Meitei (Defender)
- Pawandeep Singh (Forward)
- Keisham Bikash Singh (Forward)
- Aniket Tigga (Midfielder)
- Irengbam Nirus Meitei (Forward)
- Leishangkhong Ejat Khan (Midfielder)
- Taibang Nganba Takhellambam (Forward)
- Khaidem Thoitoiba Meetie (Midfielder)
- Thounaojam Naoba Meetei (Forward)
- Arambam Deepak Singh (Forward)
- Mangal Moirangcha (Midfielder)
- Deepanshu (Forward)
- Amom Kredit Meetei (Forward)
- Leishangthem Ranbir Singh (Defender)
- Dilshan Kp (Goalkeeper)
- Mohammad Subhan (Defender)
- Pratham Kumar (Defender)
- Aaza Zain (Defender)
- Rehmanbir Singh (Defender)
- Fakir Soren (Goalkeeper)
Sudeva Delhi FC
- Dangshawa Moringso (Midfielder)
- Potshangbam Lanthoiba Singh (Goalkeeper)
- Ayush Ghosh (Goalkeeper)
- Loushambam Chingkheinganba Singh (Defender)
- Waikhom Yuki Singh (Defender)
- Soram Alex Meitei (Forward)
- Moirangthem Roshan Singh (Forward)
- V.l Remsangkima Ralte (Midfielder)
- Sameeh Saju (Midfielder)
- Zomuanpuia (Midfielder)
- Khangembam Mexi Singh (Midfielder)
- Irfan Ahmad Mir (Defender)
- J Lalhluzuala (Midfielder)
- Loitongbam Lenin Meitei (Midfielder)
- Mutum Ningjaba Meetei (Defender)
- Seimminsel (Defender)
- Taj Mohammad (Forward)
- Michael M. Seiboigun Haokip (Midfielder)
- Lanchenba Huidrom (Midfielder)
- Wangkheimayum Lanchenba Meitei (Midfielder)
- Ayaan Bansal (Goalkeeper)
Match Schedule & Results
| Date | Round | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 15:00:00 | Regular | Punjab FC | 1 - 2 | Football 4 Change Academy | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-01 08:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha | 5 - 6 | Bengaluru FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-02 08:00:00 | Regular | FC Madras | 2 - 2 | Sudeva Delhi FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-02 15:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana | 3 - 1 | ODM Football Schools | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-03 08:00:00 | Regular | Bengaluru FC | 9 - 2 | Football 4 Change Academy | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-03 15:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha | 3 - 2 | Punjab FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-04 08:00:00 | Regular | ODM Football Schools | 2 - 9 | Sudeva Delhi FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-04 15:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana | 2 - 2 | FC Madras | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-05 15:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha | 4 - 3 | Football 4 Change Academy | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-05 08:00:00 | Regular | Bengaluru FC | 3 - 0 | Punjab FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-06 15:00:00 | Regular | ODM Football Schools | 1 - 10 | FC Madras | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-06 08:00:00 | Regular | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana | 4 - 5 | Sudeva Delhi FC | AIFF FIFA ODISHA TALENT ACADEMY |
| 2026-09-08 08:00:00 | fifth_to_eighth_semi_final | Football 4 Change Academy | 6 - 2 | ODM Football Schools | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-08 15:00:00 | fifth_to_eighth_semi_final | Punjab FC | 7 - 0 | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-09 15:00:00 | semi_final | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha | 5 - 2 | Sudeva Delhi FC | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-09 08:00:00 | semi_final | Bengaluru FC | 8 - 3 | FC Madras | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-10 15:00:00 | fifth_place | Football 4 Change Academy | 4 - 4 | Punjab FC | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-10 08:00:00 | seventh_place | ODM Football Schools | 5 - 1 | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Telangana | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-11 15:00:00 | final | Bengaluru FC | 5 - 2 | AIFF FIFA Talent Academy, Odisha | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| 2026-09-11 08:00:00 | third_place | FC Madras | 3 - 2 | Sudeva Delhi FC | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |