{"id":55995,"date":"2026-08-20T18:11:05","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T12:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=55995"},"modified":"2026-08-20T18:11:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T12:41:07","slug":"65th-subroto-cup-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"65th Subroto Cup 2026: New Delhi Opening, Categories, History and Key Facts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#65th_Subroto_Cup_2026_opens_in_New_Delhi_with_young_football_teams_competing_across_three_age_categories_Check_the_venue_opening_match_history_and_key_exam_facts\" >65th Subroto Cup 2026 opens in New Delhi with young football teams competing across three age categories. Check the venue, opening match, history and key exam facts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Grand_Opening_of_the_65th_Edition\" >Grand Opening of the 65th Edition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Strong_Participation_in_Three_Age_Categories\" >Strong Participation in Three Age Categories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Meghalaya_Wins_the_Opening_Match\" >Meghalaya Wins the Opening Match<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Importance_for_Grassroots_Football\" >Importance for Grassroots Football<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Exam-Oriented_Facts_About_the_Tournament\" >Exam-Oriented Facts About the Tournament<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Important_for_Sports_Current_Affairs\" >Important for Sports Current Affairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Important_for_Grassroots_Sports_Development\" >Important for Grassroots Sports Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Important_for_Women_in_Sports\" >Important for Women in Sports<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Important_for_Defence_and_Air_Force_Examinations\" >Important for Defence and Air Force Examinations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Important_for_Exam_Preparation\" >Important for Exam Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Historical_Context_Background_of_the_Subroto_Cup\" >Historical Context: Background of the Subroto Cup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Origin_and_Naming_of_the_Tournament\" >Origin and Naming of the Tournament<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Growth_as_a_Prestigious_School_Football_Competition\" >Growth as a Prestigious School Football Competition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Role_in_Indian_Youth_Football\" >Role in Indian Youth Football<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Key_Takeaways_from_65th_Subroto_Cup_2026\" >Key Takeaways from 65th Subroto Cup 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#FAQs_65th_Subroto_Cup_International_Football_Tournament\" >FAQs: 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#1_What_is_the_Subroto_Cup\" >1. What is the Subroto Cup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#2_Which_edition_of_the_Subroto_Cup_was_inaugurated_in_2026\" >2. Which edition of the Subroto Cup was inaugurated in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#3_Where_was_the_65th_Subroto_Cup_inaugurated\" >3. Where was the 65th Subroto Cup inaugurated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#4_Where_was_the_opening_ceremony_held\" >4. Where was the opening ceremony held?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#5_When_did_the_65th_Subroto_Cup_begin\" >5. When did the 65th Subroto Cup begin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#6_Which_age_categories_are_included_in_the_65th_Subroto_Cup\" >6. Which age categories are included in the 65th Subroto Cup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#7_Which_teams_played_the_opening_match_of_the_65th_Subroto_Cup\" >7. Which teams played the opening match of the 65th Subroto Cup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#8_Which_team_won_the_opening_match\" >8. Which team won the opening match?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#9_Who_was_Subroto_Mukerjee\" >9. Who was Subroto Mukerjee?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#10_Why_is_the_Subroto_Cup_important_for_government_exams\" >10. Why is the Subroto Cup important for government exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/65th-subroto-cup-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"65th_Subroto_Cup_2026_opens_in_New_Delhi_with_young_football_teams_competing_across_three_age_categories_Check_the_venue_opening_match_history_and_key_exam_facts\"><\/span><strong>65th Subroto Cup 2026<\/strong> opens in New Delhi with young football teams competing across three age categories. Check the venue, opening match, history and key exam facts.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grand_Opening_of_the_65th_Edition\"><\/span>Grand Opening of the 65th Edition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 65th edition of the Subroto Cup International Football Tournament began in New Delhi on August 18, 2026, marking another important chapter in India\u2019s school-level football ecosystem. The prestigious tournament opened at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium and brought together young football players from different parts of India and participating international teams. The competition is widely regarded as an important platform for identifying and promoting grassroots football talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening ceremony was attended by Air Marshal S. Sivakumar, Air Officer-in-Charge Administration and Vice Chairman of the Subroto Mukerjee Sports Education Society, as the Chief Guest. Indian weightlifter Lovepreet Singh attended as the Guest of Honour. The programme also featured performances by the Air Warriors Drill Team and students of the Air Force Golden Jubilee Institute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strong_Participation_in_Three_Age_Categories\"><\/span>Strong Participation in Three Age Categories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 65th edition features more than 100 teams competing in three major categories. These are Junior Girls Under-17, Junior Boys Under-17 and Sub-Junior Boys Under-15. The competition provides school football teams with an opportunity to compete at a prestigious level and gain exposure against teams from different regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the tournament format, teams compete in group stages before progressing to the knockout rounds. The tournament is designed to promote competitive football among school students and strengthen the grassroots sports structure in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meghalaya_Wins_the_Opening_Match\"><\/span>Meghalaya Wins the Opening Match<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first match of the tournament was played in the Junior Girls Under-17 category between Meghalaya and Chandigarh. Meghalaya registered a 2-0 victory over Chandigarh in the opening encounter. The result gave Meghalaya a positive start to its campaign in the 65th edition of the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening match highlighted the growing participation of girls in competitive football and reflected the importance of national-level school competitions in creating opportunities for young women athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Grassroots_Football\"><\/span>Importance for Grassroots Football<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Subroto Cup plays an important role in the development of football at the school and grassroots levels. Young players receive an opportunity to compete outside their home states, interact with players from diverse regions and demonstrate their skills before a wider sporting audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Such competitions also support the broader objective of encouraging sports participation among students. For government exam aspirants, the Subroto Cup is important because questions related to sports tournaments often cover the edition number, venue, organising body, age categories and historical background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam-Oriented_Facts_About_the_Tournament\"><\/span>Exam-Oriented Facts About the Tournament<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 65th Subroto Cup began in New Delhi in August 2026. The opening ceremony was held at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium. The tournament is named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, the first Indian Chief of Air Staff, and is one of India\u2019s most prominent inter-school football competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aspirants should remember the combination of the tournament name, edition number, venue, age categories and its association with the Indian Air Force for current affairs and sports-related examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"65th-Subroto-Cup-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTBhuZJml1fqr1unTF2ry4HzPq8sfodi3Fx3yFz-HydHw&amp;s=10\" alt=\"65th Subroto Cup 2026\" title=\"65th Subroto Cup 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">65th Subroto Cup 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Sports_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>Important for Sports Current Affairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening of the 65th Subroto Cup is an important sports current affairs development because the tournament is among India\u2019s major school-level football competitions. Competitive examinations frequently ask questions about the latest edition of important tournaments, their venues and major associated personalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Grassroots_Sports_Development\"><\/span>Important for Grassroots Sports Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament demonstrates the role of organised school competitions in identifying and developing young sporting talent. By bringing together teams from different states and regions, the competition gives students exposure to higher levels of football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Women_in_Sports\"><\/span>Important for Women in Sports<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament began with a Junior Girls Under-17 match, in which Meghalaya defeated Chandigarh. The participation of girls in a major national-level school football tournament reflects the increasing importance of women\u2019s sports and youth sports development in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Defence_and_Air_Force_Examinations\"><\/span>Important for Defence and Air Force Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Subroto Cup has a strong association with the Indian Air Force. It is named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, the first Indian Chief of Air Staff. Therefore, the tournament is particularly relevant for aspirants preparing for defence examinations as well as general awareness sections of other government recruitment exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Exam_Preparation\"><\/span>Important for Exam Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should remember that the 65th edition opened in New Delhi on August 18, 2026. The tournament featured Junior Girls Under-17, Junior Boys Under-17 and Sub-Junior Boys Under-15 categories. These facts can be useful in one-liner questions, MCQs and current affairs sections of competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Background_of_the_Subroto_Cup\"><\/span>Historical Context: Background of the Subroto Cup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin_and_Naming_of_the_Tournament\"><\/span>Origin and Naming of the Tournament<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Subroto Cup International Football Tournament was established in 1960 and was named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, the first Indian Chief of Air Staff. The tournament was created to encourage football among school students and provide a structured platform for young players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Growth_as_a_Prestigious_School_Football_Competition\"><\/span>Growth as a Prestigious School Football Competition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the decades, the competition has grown into one of India\u2019s most prominent inter-school football tournaments. Teams from different Indian states and, at various times, foreign countries have participated, giving the tournament an international character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_in_Indian_Youth_Football\"><\/span>Role in Indian Youth Football<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Subroto Cup has contributed to grassroots football development by encouraging schools to promote organised football competitions. It has helped young players gain experience in national-level tournaments and has remained an important part of India\u2019s school sports landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_65th_Subroto_Cup_2026\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from 65th Subroto Cup 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament opened in New Delhi on August 18, 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The opening ceremony was held at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The tournament features Junior Girls Under-17, Junior Boys Under-17 and Sub-Junior Boys Under-15 categories.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Meghalaya defeated Chandigarh 2-0 in the opening Junior Girls Under-17 match.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The Subroto Cup is named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, the first Indian Chief of Air Staff, and is a major inter-school football competition.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">65th Subroto Cup 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_65th_Subroto_Cup_International_Football_Tournament\"><\/span>FAQs: 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Subroto_Cup\"><\/span>1. What is the Subroto Cup?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Subroto Cup is a prestigious international inter-school football tournament held to promote football among school students and encourage the development of young sporting talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_edition_of_the_Subroto_Cup_was_inaugurated_in_2026\"><\/span>2. Which edition of the Subroto Cup was inaugurated in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>65th edition<\/strong> of the Subroto Cup International Football Tournament was inaugurated in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Where_was_the_65th_Subroto_Cup_inaugurated\"><\/span>3. Where was the 65th Subroto Cup inaugurated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 65th Subroto Cup was inaugurated in <strong>New Delhi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Where_was_the_opening_ceremony_held\"><\/span>4. Where was the opening ceremony held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening ceremony was held at <strong>Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_When_did_the_65th_Subroto_Cup_begin\"><\/span>5. When did the 65th Subroto Cup begin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament began on <strong>August 18, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_age_categories_are_included_in_the_65th_Subroto_Cup\"><\/span>6. Which age categories are included in the 65th Subroto Cup?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tournament includes <strong>Junior Girls Under-17, Junior Boys Under-17 and Sub-Junior Boys Under-15<\/strong> categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_teams_played_the_opening_match_of_the_65th_Subroto_Cup\"><\/span>7. Which teams played the opening match of the 65th Subroto Cup?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opening match in the Junior Girls Under-17 category was played between <strong>Meghalaya and Chandigarh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Which_team_won_the_opening_match\"><\/span>8. Which team won the opening match?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Meghalaya<\/strong> defeated Chandigarh <strong>2-0<\/strong> in the opening Junior Girls Under-17 match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Who_was_Subroto_Mukerjee\"><\/span>9. Who was Subroto Mukerjee?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Air Marshal <strong>Subroto Mukerjee<\/strong> was the first Indian Chief of Air Staff. 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