Jaipur: Zinc Football Academy (ZFA) have successfully defended their Poornima Rajasthan League Senior Men’s A-Division title in emphatic fashion, defeating Jaipur City FC 4-1 in the ultimate title decider.On a day where everything was on the line, ZFA delivered a performance worthy of champions… high tempo, fearless, and in complete control from the first whistle.The breakthrough arrived early. In the 12th minute, winger Abith stepped up for a free-kick just outside the box. What followed was pure quality. A powerful left-footed strike that the keeper got a hand to, but couldn’t keep out. 1-0, and ZFA were up and running.The second goal was a perfect reflection of ZFA’s identity. Built patiently from the back, worked beautifully down the left flank. Abith delivered a pinpoint cross, Karan showed great composure to lay it off, and Yash finished clinically. A true team goal–2-0.ZFA weren’t done yet.Just before half-time, quick footwork inside the box won a penalty. Midfield maestro Biswajit stepped up and kept his composure. The keeper guessed correctly, even got a touch, but the midfielder’s placement proved decisive as the ball crept in.
3-0.There was a slight setback just before the break, as Jaipur City FC capitalised on a defensive lapse to pull one back. 3-1 at half-time.But any hopes of a comeback were shut down instantly.Early in the second half, Abith produced a moment of magic. Picking up the ball from nearly 40 yards out, he unleashed a stunning strike into the top corner, no chance for the keeper. A goal of the season contender. 4-1.From there, ZFA showcased maturity beyond their years. Calm in possession, disciplined off the ball, and completely in control as they saw out the game professionally.Full-time: 4-1. ZFA are the Champions of Rajasthan.With this victory, Zinc Football Academy became the first team to successfully defend the Rajasthan League title. It also marks ZFA’s third league triumph, achieved with one of the youngest squads in the competition.A historic day for a champion team!
