Prayagraj: The SHUATS District Football Tournament 2026–27 commenced with great enthusiasm at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), Prayagraj. The inaugural match was played between SHUATS A and ECC Prayagraj, in which SHUATS A registered a convincing 3–0 victory.nAnshul scored two goals, while Vikalp added one goal, securing a comprehensive 3–0 win.

Mr. Anil Dass, Vice President, District Football Association (DFA) appealed the participants to play the tournament in the true spirit of sportsmanship, discipline and fair play.

Mr. Rais Ahmad, former Captain of the Uttar Pradesh Football Team (1982–1987), Mr. Ashish Massey, Head of Physical Education, Dr. Achint Tarrance, Mr. Ajay Kumar, In-charge, Football, Mr. Rakesh Sahu, Mr. Kabir Khan, Mr. Jitender Kumar, Mr. Vivek Singh, Mr. Yogesh Kumar, Mr. RK Singh, Mr. Anil, Mr. Mohd. Majid, Mr. Shakeel Ahmad, Coach, ECC etc were present on the occasion.