New Delhi, July 21 -- The Oriental Cup 2025 kicked off today at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium with a high-energy display of school football across both boys' and girls' categories. Defending champions Sanskriti International School (Girls) delivered a dominant performance, while Mother's International School won both their boys' and girls' fixtures.

The Air Force School, Subroto Park, also made a winning return in the boys' draw, edging past KV JNU in a thrilling penalty shootout. The day featured seven competitive matches and an exhibition game between NGOs Strive and MIMA, setting the tone for what promises to be a gripping week of youth football, as per a press release from Oriental Cup.

The tournament was officially inaugurated by Anadi Baru...