Srinagar, July 31: The second qualifier of the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League, powered by Athwas Hyundai and the JK Sports Council, delivered an unforgettable evening of football as Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC edged out Arco United FC in a thrilling penalty shootout, following a goalless draw in regulation time. With a 4–1 win on penalties, the Avengers secured their place in the grand finale.A statement issued here said that both teams displayed exceptional discipline and defensive organisation throughout the 90 minutes, with neither side able to break the deadlock. The shootout had fans on the edge of their seats, with Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC demonstrating composure under pressure to seal the historic victory.
Match Awards:
Khyber Cement Game Changer Award – Salman Lateef (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC)
Khyber Cement Player of the Match – Burhan Sarwar (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC)
Athwas Golden Moment Award – Jahangir Shagoo (Arco United FC)
Events Emporio X Factor Excellence Award – Shoaib Haneef (Arco United FC)
Kings Player of the Match – Adnan Ayoub (Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC)
Felicitation Ceremony:The post-match ceremony was attended by Nuzhat Gul, Secretary, JK Sports Council, Anisa Nabi, Chief Sports Officer, Javid Ahmad, DSO Central and Mohammad Maqbool Lone of New JK Roadways. All guests congratulated the players and organisers for their dedication to fostering football talent and infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. With this memorable win, Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC advance to face United Elegant FC in the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League Grand Finale—a title clash that promises to be as inspiring as it is fiercely contested.
