Chennai Kaalpandhu League expands grassroots football for government school students

The Chennai Kaalpandhu League is a grassroots football tournament targeting under-13 students from government schools. The 2026 edition saw participation from over 53 teams competing for the title.

The league emphasises access, opportunity, and inclusion as core values to support sustained grassroots development in football. By focusing on government school students, the tournament aims to provide equal opportunity and exposure to young talent across socioeconomic backgrounds in the city.