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Kalina Rangers Triumph at Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals

Kalina Rangers from Kochi have claimed victory at the Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals, showcasing their skills in a thrilling tournament. With a golden goal from Tyson Patel, they defeated all competitors and earned the opportunity to represent India at the World Finals in Canada. The tournament highlighted the talent of grassroots footballers and featured intense matches among teams from ten cities. As they prepare for the global stage, the Rangers express their determination to win, not just participate. Read on to discover more about their journey and the excitement of the finals.
 

Kalina Rangers Claim Victory in National Football Finals

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 14: The Kalina Rangers from Kochi have emerged as champions in the Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals, showcasing an impressive display of football as amateur teams from across India competed for the prestigious title and a chance to represent the nation globally.


This dynamic 4v4 tournament lived up to its thrilling reputation, featuring intense matches that highlighted the remarkable skills of grassroots football players. Notably, Vikram Pratap Singh, a forward for Mumbai City FC and the Indian National team, attended the event.


Kalina Rangers clinched the title with a dramatic golden goal from Tyson Patel, overcoming all competitors to earn the right to represent India at the World Finals.


Teams from ten different cities demonstrated their talent, determination, and love for the game throughout the competition. After several weeks of exciting qualifiers, the National Finals in Coimbatore showcased the finest teams in a fierce contest for dominance.


The victorious Kalina Rangers are now set to embark on a significant journey to the World Finals in Canada, where they will aim to make their mark at the Red Bull Four 2 Score World Final later this year.


Originating from Mumbai, Kalina Rangers began their journey at the Kochi qualifiers, where they stunned the crowd favorites, MRFC A, by winning through a sudden-death golden goal in the final match. This tight-knit group of friends includes Craig Dsouza, Scott Moraes, Tyson Patel, Clinton Dsouza, and Faheez Mohammed.


The final match was a thrilling back-and-forth encounter, with both teams fiercely pursuing goals. Ultimately, it was the Kochi side that secured their place in the Red Bull Four 2 Score 2026 World Final.


"We are thrilled with our victory at the Red Bull Four 2 Score India Finals after putting in so much effort and defeating the best teams in the country. Now, our focus shifts to the world finals in Canada. We are determined to win, not just to participate," stated Scott Moraes from Kalina Rangers.


Vikram Pratap Singh, a Red Bull athlete and Indian footballer, remarked, "I used to play a lot of futsal at the beginning of my football career. This game requires quickness. Red Bull Four 2 Score provides an excellent platform for young grassroots stars to showcase their abilities. Congratulations to Kalina Rangers on their first Red Bull Four 2 Score tournament win."


Red Bull Four 2 Score embodies the 'power football' philosophy, challenging players to demonstrate their best small-field, 4v4 skills in 10-minute rounds without breaks or goalies. Goals scored in the first and last minutes count as double, and tiebreakers are resolved with one player from each team competing head-to-head to score the decisive goal.