PANAJI
Reinforcing its position as one of Goa & India’s leading football development institutions, Sesa Football Academy (SFA), the flagship CSR initiative of Vedanta Iron And Steel Limited (VISL), has achieved two significant milestones. The Academy has been awarded the prestigious AIFF Three-Star Academy Accreditation for 2026–27 for the second time, while academy striker Shiva Kumar earned a call-up for the India U-15 Boys National Team trials, reaffirming SFA’s continued contribution to Indian football.
Awarded by the All-India Football Federation (AIFF), the Three-Star Accreditation recognises academies that consistently meet and exceed national benchmarks across player development, coaching, infrastructure, governance and football operations.
In another development, Shiva Kumar was selected by the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) for the India U-15 Boys National Team trials, being conducted as part of the preparations for the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026, testifying to SFA’s strong development credentials. Shiva has previously been selected for the AIFF FIFA Talent Academy (U-15) in 2025, underscoring his consistent growth and potential on the national stage. Expressing his thoughts Shiva Kumar said, “I am extremely happy and grateful to have received this opportunity to attend the India U-15 National Team trials. I sincerely thank Sesa Football Academy and all my coaches for believing in me, guiding me and helping me improve every day.”
