Margao, July 20 (PTI) The AIFF today accorded accreditation to the SESA Football Academy, which will enable it to participate in the Under-13, U-15 and the U-18 Youth Leagues in the coming season.

For promising young footballers in Goa, it is a major boost.

President, SESA Football Academy, Annanya Agarwal said: "Sports can inspire and engage youth in a tremendous way and we at SFA envision to provide a platform to young budding footballers."

I-league CEO Sunando Dhar said: "Goa is a talent pool for the football community in India and SFA has been doing some great work to take the Goan legacy forward by grooming young budding football talent."

"It is good to see these players get such amazing guidance and facilities. I would like to congratulate SFA on receiving the AIFF accreditation and hope to see some good football from them in the coming Youth League."

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