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Army XI crowned 2016 All India Kalinga Cup champions

Army XI crowned 2016 All India Kalinga Cup champions

Army XI registered an impressive 5-1 win against Bidanasi Club in the Final of the 2016 All India Kalinga Cup Football Tournament at Cuttack, Odisha on Wednesday.

Suresh Metei opened the score sheet for Army XI in the 22nd minute. Lalian Mawia (27′), Arunjit Metei (31′) and Arjun Tudu (61′ & 82′) sealed the win for Army XI, while Bijay Behera (88′) pulled one back for Bidanasi moments before the final whistle.

(Photo courtesy Football Association of Odisha)