Chandigarh, July 24, 2026: The 14th Saint Soldier Football Trophy concluded on a thrilling note at Saint Soldier International School, Sector 28-B, Chandigarh, after four days of exhilarating football, outstanding sportsmanship, and spirited competition.
The much-awaited championship clash was played between St. John’s High School, Sector 26, and Saint Soldier International School, Sector 28. Both teams displayed exceptional skill, resilience, and determination, keeping the spectators engrossed throughout the match. Despite several attacking moves and determined defensive efforts from both sides, neither team managed to score during the regulation time, and the match ended in a 0–0 draw.
The winner was eventually decided through a penalty shootout where St. John’s High School converted their first three spot-kicks through Tanish, Daksh, and Aryaveer. Jasgun scored for the host school.
The individual awards recognized exceptional performances throughout the tournament. Shivansh Chahal of Saint Soldier International School was adjudged the Best Defender of the Tournament. The Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament award was presented to Jobanpreet Dhillon of the host school. Daksh of St. John’s High School emerged as the Highest Goal Scorer of the Tournament, while Kartikay Singh of Saint Soldier was honoured as the Best Player of the Tournament.
