How many Santhosh Trophy are there in Kerala?

The Kerala football team (Malayalam: കേരള ഫുട്ബോൾ ടീം) is an Indian state level football team representing Kerala in the Santosh Trophy. They have appeared in the Santosh Trophy finals 15 times, and have won the trophy 7 times. Kerala last won the Santhosh Trophy in 2022.

Which State won the Santosh Trophy 2021?

Kerala
This is Kerala’s third win in a Santosh Trophy tournament on home soil. Earlier, they had won two editions in Kochi, in 1973-74 and 1992-93. Kerala captain Jijo Joseph, who was adjudged the player of the match for a commanding performance in the middle of the park.

Which is the most football lovers district in Kerala?

The northern parts of Kerala (Malabar region), especially Malappuram, are famous for football-crazy.

Which team won most Santhosh Trophy?

Bengal
Bengal have won Santosh Trophy a record 31 times, followed by Punjab who have won it 8 times. Kerala and Goa are placed at 3rd position with 5 trophies each. Over the years the importance of Santosh Trophy has decreased. Many attribute this to the National Football League started in 1996.

Why is it called Santosh Trophy?

The Hero Senior NFC for Santosh Trophy is the premier Men’s National Football Championship of India. It was started in 1941 and was named after Sir Manmatha Nath Roy Chowdhary of Santosh, the then president of the Indian Football Association.

Which team won most Santhosh trophy?

Who won the Santosh Trophy 2022?

Santosh Trophy Final 2022 Highlights: Kerala wins title, beats West Bengal 5-4 on penalties – Sportstar.

Which state won most Santosh Trophy?

In the 75 editions held till 2022, West Bengal is the most successful side with 32 wins and 14 runners up finishes for a total of 46 final appearances. The next best side in Santosh Trophy is Punjab, who have made a total of 16 final appearances and won the title 8 times.

Who is the father of sports Kerala?

G. V. Raja’s
Sports journalists, historians, experts and sportsmen consider him as the Father of Sports and Tourism in Kerala. G. V. Raja’s birth anniversary, 13 October, is observed as “Kerala Sports Day”.