Rangdajied FC Partners with Bengaluru FC to Boost Football Ecosystem in Meghalaya

Shillong, Sept 5: Rangdajied United Football Club (RUFC) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bengaluru Football Club. This strategic partnership aims to enhance player development and professional growth for coaches, thereby strengthening the overall football ecosystem in Meghalaya.

Key Areas of Collaboration

The partnership between RUFC and Bengaluru FC is focused on two main areas: enhancing player pathways and improving coaching standards.

1. Player Pathways

The MoU provides young footballers from RUFC with a structured pathway to progress to higher levels of professional football. Through access to Bengaluru FC’s scouting programs, training opportunities, and exposure to elite football, players will have the chance to reach national and international stages.

2. Coaches Development

The partnership also emphasizes raising coaching standards. RUFC coaches will benefit from workshops, mentorship programs, and hands-on training conducted by Bengaluru FC’s experienced staff. This will ensure they are equipped with the latest techniques and knowledge to nurture young talent effectively.

Statements from Club Representatives

RUFC President, Eugeneson Lyngdoh, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with Bengaluru FC is a major milestone for our club and the wider football community in Meghalaya. We look forward to working closely with a club that has set high standards in Indian football, and together, we will create sustainable pathways for players and coaches to grow and reach their full potential.”

Bengaluru FC’s Director of Football, Darren Caldiera, echoed these sentiments, saying, “This partnership with RUFC will help us expand our talent pool and discover promising players in Meghalaya and surrounding regions. Eugeneson’s passion for youth football development and belief in Bengaluru FC’s processes have been crucial to this association, and I’m excited to see it flourish.”

Commitment to Sustainable Development

Both clubs are committed to implementing structured programs in the coming months. The MoU represents a long-term vision for sustainable football development. This partnership aims to create new opportunities for aspiring footballers and elevate the quality of coaching in the region.