Royal FC lift 2nd MKTD Futsal title

Royal FC clinched the championship title at the 2nd MKTD Open Futsal Tournament held on March 3 and 4, 2026 at G.K. Rengma Turf, Dimapur. The event was organised by Mongsenyimti Kaketshir Telungjem Dimapur (MKTD) as a fundraising initiative in aid of the “Homeland Tour,” an educational and cultural excursion to Mongsenyimti Village for HSLC and HSSLC students who recently appeared for their board examinations.
Royal FC lifted the trophy with a cash award of Rs. 50,000, while Fusion FC finished runners-up and received Rs. 20,000. Aspirant FC and NNG (The Nexus Network Group), the two semi-finalists, were awarded Rs. 5,000 each.
In the individual awards category, Imnasunep of Fusion FC was adjudged Best Goalkeeper and received Rs.3,000, while Royal FC’s Dede emerged as Top Scorer, and bagged Rs.3,000.
The tournament was graced by Sashi Wapang Lanu, Additional Commissioner, CGST, Dimapur, as guest of honour on March 3. Addressing the gathering, he encouraged youth to initiate more activities that promote social causes. On the concluding day, Imtiwati Jamir, Senior Supervisor, Department of Social Welfare, commended the organisers for linking sports with community welfare and youth development.
Sponsors including Godrej Enterprises Group (Authorised Partner – Matrix Enterprises), Living Water, and Rasoi – The Taste of Punjab supported the event, enabling a larger portion of registration fees and donations to be directed towards the students’ travel fund.
The organisers expressed gratitude to Dimapur Mongsenyimti Senso Telongjem, Dimapur Mongsenyimti Tamang Telongjem, participating teams, sponsors, and well-wishers for their support in making the event a success.