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Empire FC to debut in the Karnataka State Football Association “C” Division League

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Empire FC, backed by Bengaluru’s popular food chain, Empire Restaurant and Hotels, is set to make its debut in the Bengaluru District Football Association’s “C” Division league. The competition, commencing in May, will witness the much-anticipated entry of a club supported by the NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (Empire) group, known for serving Bengaluru’s delicacies since 1966.

The NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd. group’s venture into football aligns with its core values of passion and community contribution. The club aims to compete for titles in Karnataka’s football ecosystem and provide a platform for aspiring footballers to showcase their skills. Empire FC aspires to contribute to the growing football culture in Karnataka under the guidance of the Karnataka Football Association.

Club President NKP Abdul Azeez, expresses excitement and anticipation about Empire FC’s future, emphasizing the club’s commitment to football driven by passion and social responsibility. He says, “It was a natural progression for us to get involved in football. The first and foremost is the passion we all have towards football. The second is our urge to give back to the society. Among the plethora of activities we do on that front, we also wanted to help our society through sports.”

Club Secretary Masoud Mohamed emphasized, “The second-generation successors of the NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd. Group, KPC Mohamed Kunhi, Late NKP Abdul Haq, and NKP Abdul Azeez, harbours deep-rooted passion for football and have played the game for their colleges and state. The love for football runs in our family. Hence, it was a logical decision to support the sport. We are confident that our efforts will contribute to enhancing the footballing ecosystem in Bengaluru and India.”

The team has attracted top talent nationwide and is providing them with excellent training facilities to prepare for upcoming matches. With regular practice sessions over the past month and a half, expert professionals oversee the team’s tactics and fitness to ensure peak performance. The club’s journey begins in the KSFA “C” Division campaign with matches starting in early May, aiming to secure the division title and earn promotion to the “B Division.”

Empire FC heralds a new chapter in Bengaluru’s football scene, entering with a strong desire to compete, uplift, and enrich Karnataka’s burgeoning football landscape.

About Empire FC: Empire FC, a football club supported by NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd., is set to make its debut in the 2023-24 season of the Karnataka State Football Association “C” Division League. This Bengaluru-based newcomer is poised to become a prominent fixture in the vibrant Bengaluru football scene.

About NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd.:  NKP Empire Ventures Pvt. Ltd., the parent company of Empire Restaurant and Hotels chain, has a rich legacy rooted in Bangalore’s culinary heritage. Established in 1966 by Mr. Abdul Rahim Haji from Malaysia, Empire Restaurant has evolved from a humble alley in Shivajinagar to a renowned restaurant chain over the last five decades. Focused on authentic recipes, innovative culinary practices, and personalized service, Empire continues to offer a gastronomic journey cherished by patrons of all ages.

Pictures from the Bengaluru FC vs United SC match

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Enjoy some pictures from the Bengaluru FC vs United SC match…..

Todays win against United SC has propelled Bengaluru FC to the top of the I-league table. See the latest I-league Standings.

Karnataka State Football Association to issue fresh passes

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250X250_20417127725180ddfa13b5eSupposedly club members affiliated to KSFA, officers of KSFA and BDFA could not enter the stadium for the last I-league match between Bengaluru FC and Mohun Bagan because of a gaffe on match-day passes.

KSFA held a meeting with JSW officials and will be issuing fresh passes to all 128 affiliated clubs to sort out the entry issue.

Read more : KSFA acts to sort out entry issue

Pictures from the Bengaluru FC Vs Mohun Bagan match

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We were at the Bengaluru Football stadium watching Bengaluru FC taking on Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan in their opening fixture of Airtel I-league. There was a good buzz about this match, fans turned up in good numbers and Bengaluru FC did not disappoint by putting a good performance. It was unlucky for them that the match ended up in a stalemate.

An average camera and my pathetic photography skills means the pictures aren’t that great. As the season progress, i should get better at clicking pictures. However this time around you will have to settle with this.

A personal experience of watching my first ever I-league match at a stadium + a match report will be up tomorrow. Till then enjoy the clicks.

 

Bengaluru FC coach Ashley Westwood featured in skysports.com

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Image Courtesy : http://i-league.org

Image Courtesy : http://i-league.org

Indian football aficionados are in a delirium after news broke out that Airtel is sponsoring I-League. Before the euphoria settles, we at Football News India wants to share yet another incredible piece of news – Bengaluru FC coach Asley Westwood is featured in skysports.com

There has been quite a buzz about Bengaluru FC, the new entrant to I-league. We have heard our national team captain Sunil Chhetri saying that European standards are set at the club but we never got to know the finer details. Well, this interview brings out the kind of initiatives that Bengaluru FC is bringing to the table.

Sample this :  “We had to get over to them really that this isn’t Indian football as it was in the past where they are used to bringing in their bag, dropping it by the side of the field, doing your two hours, then picking your bag up to go home and that’s it – you’re a footballer for two hours a day. We’ve had to get them to understand they are a footballer 24 hours a day. We supply the top heart-rate monitors, we’ve got recovery monitors and sleep monitors. We give them protein shakes and electrolyte drinks. We have breakfast together an hour before training. We have lunch together and supply four chefs at the lads’ apartment where they all live together.

Read the excellent piece put together by skysports scribe Adam Bate :  Indian adventure

Bengaluru Football stadium to get flood lights

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Bengaluru_FC_LogoPrior to their very first I-league match, new entrant Bengaluru FC briefed media about their plans to attract fans to the Bangalore stadium by providing a class experience.

The stadium is being repainted and bucket seats will be coming up in a while.  Plans are also made to install temporary flood lights by the second half of the season.

Ashley Westwood the coach of the team sounded optimistic about the team’s chances in the upcoming season and stressed that the team is devoid of any injuries.

Arbor Brewing company, a micro brewery situated just outside the Bangalore stadium is announced as the pub partner of the club. You can either watch team playing at the stadium or down a few specially brewed pitchers at the pub and then head to the stadium or even watch the clubs’ matches at the  pub itself. The pub will also sell Bengaluru FC merchandise.

It is also learnt that the club has a tie up with the city FM channel Radio City.

Mustafa Ghouse, CEO of the club also discussed about the ticketing strategies and the tie up with online ticketing partners bookmyshow.com that we reported yesterday.