New Delhi, Aug 6 (PTI) Minerva Academy FC has entered into a partnership with Delhi FC with an aim to develop the sport in the national capital region.

Minerva Academy FC owner Ranjit Bajaj announced the partnership, which will work towards giving a platform to the local players, coaches, administrators, and other staff to showcase their talent by playing and working at a competitive level under a proper professional setup.

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The aim is to develop local players, local coaches and the overall football ecosystem in Delhi.

Delhi FC finished third in the Delhi League last season.

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Bajaj, the founder of Minerva Academy FC, said, "This is a unique opportunity for Minerva to make its presence in the national capital.

"The city has, in recent years, given quite a few players to the national team who, unfortunately, have to ply their trade in other cities and in other clubs.

"We believe there is a lot of talent in Delhi and we would like to reach out to them through Delhi FC."

Under the partnership, Minerva will provide Delhi FC with a full-size field, physiotherapy and wellness clinic (on-site physios and on-call doctor), travel and accommodation facility for players and staff, proper equipment and infrastructure, AFC and AIFF certified coaches.

The Mohali-based academy will arrange for daily training, tactical training, classroom session, psychology sessions, video sessions and practice matches.

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