The Meghalaya State League is the top state-level football league in the Indian state of Meghalaya. It is managed by Meghalaya Football Association (MFA).[1] Rangdajied United are the current champions by virtue of winning the third edition.[2][3]
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| Organising body | Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 |
| Country | India |
| Number of teams | 25 |
| Level on pyramid | 5 |
| Promotion to | I-League 3 |
| Relegation to | District leagues |
| Current champions | Rangdajied United (1st title) |
| Most championships | Niaw Wasa United Shillong Lajong Rangdajied United (1 title each) |
| TV partners | Meghalaya FA (YouTube) The Sports Room TV |
| Current: 2023 | |
History edit
The first edition of the Meghalaya State League was held in 2017. It was modelled on the lines of UEFA Champions League, with the competition involving participation for the top clubs of the 21 football leagues which operate in Meghalaya's 11 districts.[4]
Competition structure edit
| Tier | Division |
|---|---|
| 1 (5 on Indian football pyramid) |
Meghalaya State League |
| 2 (6 on Indian football pyramid) |
District Leagues (Shillong Premier League and others) |
Format edit
The clubs participating in the league are divided into four groups and are drawn from all over the state. The champions from the district leagues are direct entrants and along with runners-up teams of the more prominent leagues, while the rest go through qualifying rounds.[5] The clubs are placed across the groups with four hosts across the state chosen as hosts.[6]
- Khasi Hills: Shillong and Mawkyrwat
- Jaintia Hills: Jowai
- Garo Hills: Tura
Clubs edit
Teams participating in the 2023 season:[1]
| Shillong | Jowai | Mawkyrwat | Tura |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mawlai SC | Rangdajied United | Shillong Lajong | Khliehmawlieh YC |
| Langsning | Mulait United FC | Seven United SCCC | Selsella SA |
| Umkseh SC | Niaw Wasa United | Mawten SC | Chipakkore FC |
| Umrit SC | Ladthadlaboh SC | Riangdo YSCA | Wasa FC |
| Jyntru | Youth Club Pdengkarong | Lumdiengngan SC | Atong Matgrik FC |
| Seng Samla Laitryngew | Rymbai Iawpynsing SC | Pyndengrei SC | Warima YC |
| – | Sein Pynbhalang SC | – | – |
Winners edit
| Season | Champions | Runners-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2017–18 | Niaw Wasa United | Tynrongmawsaw |
| 2019 | Shillong Lajong | Rangdajied United |
| 2023 | Rangdajied United | Khliehmawlieh YC |
References edit
- ^ a b "Meghalaya State League". The Away End. Archived from the original on 26 September 2022. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ News Desk, Mawphor (19 June 2023). "Lahduh Ka Rangdajied United Ïa Ka MSL 2023 Da Kaba Pynliem Ïa Ka Khliehmawlieh". mawphor.com (in Khasi). Shillong. Archived from the original on 22 June 2023. Retrieved 20 June 2023.
- ^ "Rangdajied United FC set to return to I-League 3rd division". thebridge.in. Shillong: The Bridge. 10 November 2023. Archived from the original on 12 November 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Meghalaya Diary, part 3: Politicians across party lines use football to score in the ultimate game of politics". Firstpost. 23 February 2018. Archived from the original on 8 December 2022. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Draw for 25-team Meghalaya State League season 3 complete". The Sports Room. 24 January 2023. Archived from the original on 28 January 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "MSL Season 3 now to begin on 5th May; 25 clubs to take part". The Sports Room. 10 April 2023. Archived from the original on 11 April 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.