Naveen Inaugurates 3 Football Training Centres

Bhubaneswar: In yet another significant development for the sports ecosystem in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated three Football Training Centres here ahead of the upcoming Intercontinental Cup 2023, thus marking the establishment of Odisha Football Academy, Bhubaneswar Football Academy and Capital Arena Football.

Adding to the significance and grandeur of the occasion, the Indian Men’s Football Teamwork including Team Captain Sunil Chhetri was also present to welcome a new era of football in Odisha.

The visionary initiative was developed at a cost of Rs 90 crore and features a total of six FIFA certified pitches, including five natural and one synthetic football ground, LED flood lights, players changing room, gallery, gym, coach room and other amenities. The three centres are situated at the heart of the city and are at close vicinity to each other thus giving an added advantage to players and multiple teams to train simultaneously especially during tournaments.

Speaking on the inauguration, the Chief Minister said, “It is a  great pleasure and pride to  inaugurate the Odisha Football Academy, the Bhubaneswar Football Academy and the Capital Football Arena. These sports infrastructures mark a significant milestone in the development of football in Odisha. They will provide world class training ground for football. With their launch, we aim to strengthen the football ecosystem and provide a nurturing environment for aspiring footballers to grow and flourish.”