youth league | League Details

Last updated : Monday, 15 April 2024

Introduction

The Youth League is an amateur football league that is managed, organized and controlled by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). It consists of 3 age groups competitions: U17 (Elite Youth League), U15 (Junior League) and U13 (Sub-Junior League).

The league was founded in 2013 and is currently played in a round-robin format, with each team playing each other team once. The top two teams in each age group qualify for the national finals, which are held at the end of the season.

The Youth League is a stepping stone for young footballers who aspire to play professional football. It provides them with the opportunity to compete against other talented players from across the country and to develop their skills and game knowledge.

History

The Youth League was founded in 2013 as a way to develop young footballers in India. The league was initially played in a zonal format, with each zone having its own champion. The champions of each zone then competed in a national final to determine the overall winner.

In 2017, the format of the Youth League was changed to a national league. This meant that all teams played each other once, regardless of their location. The top two teams in each age group qualified for the national finals.

The Youth League has been a successful competition since its inception. It has helped to develop many young footballers who have gone on to play professional football.