Itanagar, July 29: Arunachal Pradesh Junior Boys football team began their campaign in the BC Roy Trophy for Junior Boys National Football Championship 2024 with a resounding 5-0 victory against Himachal Pradesh in their opening match played in Nagaon, Assam.

The team will look to build on this momentum as they face Andhra Pradesh in their second match on August 1.

Chief Minister Pema Khandu congratulated the team on their impressive win, writing on social media, “Heartiest congratulations to our stars on defeating Himachal Pradesh (5-0) in the opening match of Junior Boys’ National Football Championship 2024 in Nagaon. Show your strength and resilience to maintain the winning streak. Best wishes”

The team’s dominant performance has raised hopes for a successful campaign in the championship, and fans will be eagerly watching their progress in the upcoming matches.