Led by head coach Rajan Mani, the team began their journey at the pre-qualifying stage, and pass through three rounds of knockout matches to reach the semifinals. A win against Gangtok Himalayan would propel Chennaiyin to the final, where they will play Indian Super League outfit NorthEast United FC for the championship.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In the pre-qualifying match, Chennaiyin dominated Punjab Police with a 3-1 win. Goals from Peka, Karthick, and Vishal showcased the team\u2019s attacking depth and clinical finishing. The pre-quarterfinal saw a tougher challenge against Diamond Harbour, the reigning I-League 3 champions. Daniyal, a promising talent from the previous year\u2019s U17 squad, scored the decisive goal, underlining the club\u2019s commitment to developing youth talent. Meanwhile, a resolute defensive effort ensured the slim lead held until the final whistle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The quarterfinal against Church Boys United was a nail-biter, with Vishal scoring the winner in the 87th minute. Goalkeeper Mohan, part of our youth setup since his U13 days, delivered a valiant performance, making crucial saves. In the dying moments, Praful\u2019s dramatic goal-line clearance sealed the 1-0 victory, propelling Chennaiyin into the semi-final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In the pre-qualifying match, Chennaiyin dominated Punjab Police with a 3-1 win. Goals from Peka, Karthick, and Vishal showcased the team\u2019s attacking depth and clinical finishing. The pre-quarterfinal saw a tougher challenge against Diamond Harbour, the reigning I-League 3 champions. Daniyal, a promising talent from the previous year\u2019s U17 squad, scored the decisive goal, underlining the club\u2019s commitment to developing youth talent. Meanwhile, a resolute defensive effort ensured the slim lead held until the final whistle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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