Kalina Rangers Triumph at Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals
Kalina Rangers Claim Victory in National Finals
The Kalina Rangers from Kochi have emerged as champions in the Red Bull Four 2 Score National Finals, showcasing an impressive display of football. Amateur teams from across India competed fiercely for the prestigious title and the chance to represent the nation on an international platform. The thrilling 4v4 tournament delivered high-octane action, highlighting the exceptional skills of grassroots footballers. Notably, Vikram Pratap Singh, a forward for the Indian National team and Mumbai City FC, attended the event.
Decisive Golden Goal Secures Win
Kalina Rangers clinched the title with a dramatic golden goal scored by Tyson Patel, overcoming all competing teams to earn the right to represent India at the World Finals. Teams from ten different cities participated, demonstrating their talent, determination, and love for the game. After several weeks of thrilling qualifiers, the National Finals held in Coimbatore featured the top teams in a fierce contest for dominance.
Journey to the World Finals
Following their victory, the Kalina Rangers are set to embark on a significant journey to the World Finals in Canada, where they will compete in the Red Bull Four 2 Score World Final later this year, aiming to make their mark in the tournament's history.
Meet the Winning Team
Originating from Mumbai, the Kalina Rangers began their journey at the Kochi qualifiers, where they stunned the crowd by defeating the favorites, MRFC A, with a sudden-death golden goal in the final match. The team, consisting of Craig Dsouza, Scott Moraes, Tyson Patel, Clinton Dsouza, and Faheez Mohammed, qualified for the India Finals after overcoming tough competition in the Kochi Qualifiers of Red Bull Four 2 Score 2025.
Final Match Highlights
The final match was an exhilarating back-and-forth contest, with both teams relentlessly pursuing goals. Ultimately, it was the Kalina Rangers who secured their place in the Red Bull Four 2 Score 2026 World Final.
Celebrating the Victory
"We are thrilled with our victory at the Red Bull Four 2 Score India Finals after putting in so much effort and defeating the top teams in the country. Now, our focus shifts to the world finals in Canada, where we aim to win, not just participate," expressed Scott Moraes from Kalina Rangers.
"I played a lot of futsal early in my football career, which requires quickness. Red Bull Four 2 Score provides an excellent platform for young grassroots stars to showcase their skills. Congratulations to Kalina Rangers on their first Red Bull Four 2 Score tournament win," remarked Vikram Pratap Singh, Red Bull athlete and Indian footballer.
Tournament Format Overview
Red Bull Four 2 Score embodies the 'power football' philosophy, challenging players to exhibit their best small-field, 4v4 football skills. The format includes 10-minute rounds with no breaks and no goalkeepers, and goals scored in the first and last minute count as double. In case of a tie, a one-on-one showdown between players from each team determines the winner.
