New Delhi/Srinagar, April 13: In a proud moment for Jammu & Kashmir’s sporting community, Zahid Shafi, an AFC ‘B’ Licence Coach and a representative of DFA Zone Pampore, has been appointed as the Head Coach of Team Delhi for the ongoing Swami Vivekananda U-20 Men’s National Football Tournament 2024-25 in Chhattisgarh.
Shafi’s appointment comes as a recognition of his outstanding contributions to Indian football, particularly his impressive tenure as the Head Coach of the Jammu & Kashmir team during the 2023 Santosh Trophy held in Goa. Under his guidance, the team showcased exceptional skill and resilience, earning respect on the national stage.
The Etihad Football Academy Pampore, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Shafi, describing his journey as “a cornerstone in shaping young football talent in Kashmir”. His appointment to lead Team Delhi in one of India’s premier youth football tournaments is seen as a testament to his coaching excellence and national recognition. His rise in the national football coaching circuit is being celebrated widely across the Union Territory, with players and fellow coaches applauding his commitment and vision.”Coach Zahid’s journey from Pampore to the national stage is an inspiration for young athletes across the region,” said Sajid Nazir, head coach of Ethihad Football Academy. “All our eyes are now on Chhattisgarh, where Coach Zahid Shafi leads the charge for Delhi,” he added.As he embarks on this new chapter, Shafi is expected to play a pivotal role in nurturing young talent and steering Delhi’s youth football setup towards greater success.
