In a stunning display of football prowess, HFA Under 12 Advance faced off against Hyderabad Football Academy Turf Side U-13 in a friendly match at Turf Side on 4th July 2025. The match kicked off at 6:20pm, and it was a one-sided affair, with HFA Under 12 Advance emerging victorious with an emphatic scoreline of 11-0.
HFA Under 12 Advance adopted a 2-2 formation, which allowed for a balanced approach between defence and attack. Kabir took his position as goalkeeper, while the defensive duo comprised Ekveer and Dhairya. The midfield was orchestrated by Sameer D and Ayaan, who were expected to link up play and support the forwards. The substitutes included Adhyanth, Virat, Rithvik, Hridhan, Dhanush, and Hanish, providing ample options for tactical adjustments throughout the match.
The scoring began early, with Sameer D netting the first goal just two minutes into the match, assisted by Ayaan. This early breakthrough set the tone for the rest of the game. Shortly after, in the fourth minute, Adhyanth replaced Dhairya, adding fresh legs to the midfield.
Ayaan then doubled the lead in the sixth minute, with Sameer D providing the assist, showcasing their excellent understanding on the pitch. The relentless pressure from HFA Under 12 Advance continued, and an own goal from an opponent in the ninth minute, again assisted by Sameer D, further widened the gap.
Adhyanth marked his impact on the game by scoring in the eleventh minute, with Ayaan once again providing the assist. Kabir, the goalkeeper, made a notable contribution in the twelfth minute, demonstrating his skills and ensuring the opponents remained scoreless.
The substitutions continued as Virat and Rithvik came on for Adhyanth and Ayaan respectively, both in the twelfth minute, followed by Hridhan replacing Ekveer in the thirteenth minute. Virat made an immediate impact by scoring in the twelfth minute, further extending the lead.
As the match progressed, Sameer D was substituted off for Dhanush in the fifteenth minute, and Hanish replaced Kabir in the sixteenth minute. Ayaan returned to the pitch in the nineteenth minute, coming on for Rithvik, as the team looked to maintain their momentum.
The first half concluded with a remarkable goal from Ayaan in the twentieth minute, marking his second of the match. The teams headed into the break with HFA Under 12 Advance leading 6-0.
Upon resuming, Dhairya re-entered the fray in the twenty-second minute, replacing Ayaan. Adhyanth, who had already made his mark, assisted Dhairya for a goal in the twenty-sixth minute, showcasing the team's fluid attacking play.
Substitutions continued as Sameer D returned to the pitch in the twenty-seventh minute, taking Dhanush's place, and Ekveer came back on for Hridhan. Ekveer then scored in the twenty-eighth minute, adding to the tally.
Adhyanth scored again in the twenty-ninth minute, with Dhairya providing the assist, demonstrating the team's cohesive attacking strategy. Kabir returned to goal in the thirty-first minute, replacing Dhairya, while Hanish came on for Adhyanth in the thirty-second minute.
The scoring spree continued with Ekveer netting another goal in the thirty-fourth minute, further solidifying the dominance of HFA Under 12 Advance. The match concluded with a final score of 11-0, a testament to their skill and teamwork.
Adhyanth and Ayaan were rightly recognised as the players of the match, having made significant contributions to the overwhelming victory. This match will surely be remembered as a highlight in their young footballing careers.
