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TEAMS
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TEAMS
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MUMBAI RINK FOOTBALL LEAGUE
[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”a” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”ABOUT US” tab_id=”1683459427262-ce4d3c22-eef9″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679900765376{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]The Cristiano Ronaldos and Lionel Messis of the world began playing football as youngsters in their back streets and with the 5-a-side version. It was community-based football where they honed their abilities before progressing to the million-dollar green-backed footballing pastures of the world. It is with exactly this intent that the Mumbai Rink Football League (MRFL) has been formed.
The MRFL has a goal of providing a fun and competitive environment for football enthusiasts to showcase their skills. The league is established by a group of passionate football players, who recognised the need for a more organised and structured approach to 5-a-side football.
We believe that football is a sport that brings people together and builds communities. That’s the reason our league focuses not only on providing a competitive outlet for players, but also on fostering a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship among all participants.
MRFL is designed to bring together people and diverse communities across the city of Mumbai through football. The league is founded on the principles of inclusivity, competitiveness, and community-bonding.
Our franchise league operates on a model where each franchise owner is responsible for managing their own team, while adhering to the league’s rules and regulations. This model allows for a greater level of autonomy and flexibility for franchise owners, while still maintaining the overall integrity and consistency of the league.
MRFL will be focused on local communities and designed to engage and involve people in those communities/regions. Each franchise will be owned and based on neighbourhoods within the city of Mumbai, and encouraging participation from people of all ages. MRFL will be inclusive and diverse, welcoming people of all backgrounds.
MRFL will have multiple leagues to ensure representation of different audiences. MRFL will kick off with an open tournament for Men and Women followed by a league for Veterans and Under-18s. This will allow the entire demographic of Mumbai to be involved in the sport. The sheer fabric of the league and its sub-division based on regions will ensure participation of the rich demographic dividend of the city and will celebrate local rivalries through franchises and players.
MRFL intends to be a powerful tool for bringing people together and promote the sport of football across the length and breadth Mumbai. By creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, and engaging with local businesses and the wider community, the league will aim to build a strong and dedicated fan base that supports the growth and development of the unique initiative over time.
MRFL will be governed and advised by celebrated players, who have represented the national and state teams: Former India forward Steven Dias, former India vice-captain Godfrey Pereira and Air-India coach Vijith Shetty.[/vc_column_text][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”30″ md_spacing=”30″ sm_spacing=”30″ xs_spacing=”30″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1680260965947{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]The team behind MRFL:
Denver Fonseca: A Public Relations and Communications expert with considerable leadership experience in the Indian PR & Communications industry. In his last stint, Denver has led the entire Communications mandate for the world’s largest automotive manufacturer, the Volkswagen Group in India. He was the youngest member of the leadership team at the Volkswagen Group & ŠKODA AUTO India and is amongst one of the most dynamic professionals in the Indian Communications industry. His rise to this level has been progressive and rapid.
Prior to joining ŠKODA AUTO India, Denver had many stints with India’s leading PR & Communications agencies. He began his career in advertising but found his calling in the Public Relations & Communications industry. Denver is a very ambitious and extremely gregarious individual with tremendous people skills, who has the ability to network, organize, analyze, coordinate and plan.
Denver represented teams at the state level in Field Hockey and Football during his college years. He has also won numerous table tennis and badminton tournaments at the school and college level; and continues to play many sports till date. An absolute petrol head, his passion extends to motorsports and is a keen follower of Moto GP and Formula 1.
Steven Benedict Dias: is a former Indian professional footballer and current coach of MFA Elite division outfit Ambernath United Atlanta FC. An attacking midfielder who played on the wings, he was known for his long-range shooting, crossing and passing. Steven Dias made his debut for India in 2006 and had since become a mainstay in the Indian midfield. He is known as the David Beckham of India”. Steven Dias began his career with the Air India FC in 2001 and later played for several other clubs such as Mahindra United, Mumbai City FC and Delhi Dynamos FC. He was also a regular member of the Indian national team during the late 2000s and early 2010s and played a crucial role in India’s successful campaign at the 2008 AFC Challenge Cup, where they qualified for the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. He also represented India at the 2007 Nehru Cup, where they emerged victorious. Steven Dias who is now an A license coach retired from professional football in 2018 and has since been involved in coaching and mentoring young players. He is widely regarded as one of the best Indian footballers of his generation and a role model for aspiring footballers in the country.
Godfrey Pereira: is a retired Indian footballer who played as a midfielder and was the Vice Captain of India. Godfrey Pereira began his football career with Tata football Academy 1987, joined local club Mahindra & Mahindra 1989, played in Calcutta for Mohmedan Sporting Club 1991 before joining Air India in 1992. He was awarded the best player of the inaugural Indian National Football League, Godfrey Pereira also represented the Indian national team, earning 21 caps and scoring one goal and played in several important matches including the 1992 and 1996 Nehru Cup, pre-Olympics, SAFF cup,SARC cup, Asia cup. Throughout his career, Godfrey Pereira was known for his strong attacking as well defensive abilities, excellent positioning, and leadership qualities. He was widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Indian football during his time, and his contributions to the sport have earned him a place in the history of Indian football with the Shiv Chatrapati award from the Government Of Maharashtra. Currently, Godfrey is Coach of the Air India football team and has also completed his A licence coaching course while also being an instructor for D license coaches.
Vijit Shetty, a talented Indian footballer who represented Air India in the I-League between 2002 to 2013. Vijith was a versatile player who could play in multiple positions on the field, but was primarily an attacking midfielder. He has a natural talent for the game and is known for his excellent skills, speed, and ability to control the ball in tight spaces. Vijith has had a successful career having played for several top clubs in the league and represented the state of Maharashtra for over 10 years while winning the bronze medal with them. He has been instrumental in leading his team to many victories and is a respected player in the league who is also known for his leadership skills both off the field. Off the pitch, Vijith is known to be a hardworking and disciplined individual who is committed to his training and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”FRANCHISE, TEAM STRUCTURE & SQUAD” tab_id=”1683459427409-187b7b05-ebe6″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679904069578{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]Why should I buy a franchise in MRFL?
Buying a franchise can be a great investment and can reciprocate into several benefits:
- Limited franchises: In the first season, only 24 franchises will be available for purchase and will be on a first-come-first-serve basis. Owning a franchise will give you access to Mumbai football’s inner circle and will subsequently offer an earning opportunity.
- Passion for Sports: If you have a passion for sports, owning a franchise in a sports league can be a great way to combine your love of sports with your business interests. You can be an integral part of a community of sports fans and enthusiasts, which can make owning a franchise more enjoyable and fulfilling.
- Earning Potential: MRFL will provide franchise owners the chance to earn monetary benefits from the franchise business through local/regional/national/international sponsorships, prize money, player sales, franchise sale, broadcast revenue, match-day ticketing, etc. MRFL, as part of its expansion plans will eventually provide franchise owners the opportunity to spread their businesses to new markets. This can help you grow your franchise and increase your revenue over time.
- Established Fan Base: MRFL will look to create a dedicated and passionate fan base, which can make it easier to attract more eye-balls and customers to your franchise. You can benefit from the league’s established marketing and promotional efforts, which will help you reach a broader and continuously growing audience.
- Proven Business Model: One of the primary advantages of buying a franchise is that you are purchasing a business model that has already been tested and proven to be successful across the world in not just football, but also across sports like cricket, kabaddi, volleyball, hockey, etc.
- Brand Recognition: A well-known franchise brand establishment can give you instant advantage and recall/recognition value across the city’s demographic, be it through your team, players or more importantly the franchise owner. MRFL intends to capture audiences from not just across the city of Mumbai, but also from its neighbouring regions like Navi Mumbai and Thane districts.
All franchises (teams) will be auctioned/sold across a pre-determined period/event. For enquiries, please email us at connect.mrfl@gmail.com
- Each franchise will be permitted to register a maximum of 12 players in the squad
- However, only 10 players will be present in the match day squad with 5 on field and 5 substitutes
- A franchise can further register a manager, physio along with a CEO (or a Franchise owner)
- The game will be played with 4 outfield players and 1 goalkeeper per team
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PLAYERS
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- Professional Environment: MRFL will provide a professional environment where players can develop their skills and compete against top-level competition.
- Financial Rewards: MRFL will give players the opportunity to earn significant financial rewards, including salaries, bonuses, and performance incentives. This can provide a stable income stream for players and help them to support themselves and their families.
- Exposure and Recognition: MRFL will also help players to gain exposure and recognition, both within their local community and on a national level. This can help players to build their personal brand and attract additional opportunities.
- MRFL will not have any player auctions and players do not need to pay any money to play the league, players will be contracted to individual franchise / teams for a specific duration, and will be compensated financially as per their agreement with the franchise owner. All players will have to adhere to guidelines provided by MRFL
- Player protection and rights will be guaranteed through a tri-party agreement between the player, franchise and the league representatives.
- This will allow players to negotiate their own contracts and fees with individual franchises.
- Players are allowed to represent only one franchise at a time and will be allowed to play only one sub-league
- For the duration of the contract, no player will be allowed to play any other league, sport and represent another franchise. Violation of this clause will inevitably disqualify them from competing in MRFL
- 5-a-side football is a technically demanding game that requires a high level of skill and precision. The league will give players an opportunity to showcase their talent. Players will have the opportunity to test themselves against other skilled players and develop your tactical understanding of the game.
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NEWS
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RULES
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- The game will be played with four outfield players and one goalkeeper. Substitutions can be made at any time.
- Each team will consist of five players on field, one of which will also be a goal keeper and a maximum of ten players on match day. All players must be registered with the league prior to the start of the season. Each team is responsible for providing their own team kit.
- Standings and Playoffs: The standings will be updated daily on our website.
- We expect all participants to conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner both on and off the field. Any unsportsmanlike conduct, including but not limited to verbal abuse or physical altercations, will result in disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion from the league.
- All matches will be officiated by 2 on-field referees with the support of a technical bench
- Throw-Ins: The ball is restarted with a kick-in from the touchline if it goes out of play.
- Any physical altercation with the referees, management, crowd or between players will automatically invoke a ban and prohibit individuals from taking part for the entire duration of the tournament. It is within the referee and officials’ power to forfeit a game and award a victory to a team, without the finishing the game
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- Substitutions during a game and are unlimited
- Substitutions can only take place during a stoppage in play (e.g., a goal kick, free kick, restart, etc.). The referee must be notified of this change. The substituted player must pass the boundary line (off the pitch) before the new player can enter play
- All substitutes must remain outside the pitch
- Any player or substitutes can replace the goalkeeper.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Fouls and misconduct” tab_id=”1665393332931-9e18fe8c-a2f1″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679915338268{margin-bottom: 23px !important;}”]Players can be excluded from play if they commit any of the following offences, below is a list of fouls and misconducts that would constitute as a ‘direct’ free kick:
- Dangerous play – Kicking, tripping or charging an opponent
- Excessive tackling – Recklessly or careless tackles
- Slide tackling – Slide tackles are not permitted
- Hand ball – Excluding the goalkeeper within their own areas
- Time wasting – Attempts to slowdown play
- Striking or attempting to strike another player
- Spitting at an opponent
- Unsportsmanlike conduct
- Verbal abuse to the opposition or referee
- A yellow card handed to a player will require him to be benched for 2 minutes during the half. The player will be called back on by the referee after 2 minutes.
- A second yellow will ban the player for the entire duration of the game with a further one match suspension.
- A direct red car will suspend the player for the current and a further 2 games in the tournament.
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- A maximum of 24 franchises will be sold in year 1 of the Mumbai Rink Football League (MRFL).
- In the Group stage, the 24 teams will be divided into 4 groups of 6 teams each, and each team plays only one game against each of the other teams in its group. In the league format, each team will play 5 games against teams from the Group.
- Games will consist of two 10-minute halves during the league with a 2-minute interval
- In the Knockout stage, the 2 teams leading each group will qualify for the quarter finals, winners of which will play the semis & finals
- Games will consist of two 15-minute halves with a 3-minute interval
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- In the Group stage, a maximum of 16 franchises will be sold in the Women’s League and the U18. The 16 teams will be divided into 4 groups of 4 teams each, and each team plays only one game against each of the other teams in its group. Therefore, each team will play a maximum of 3 league games.
- Games will consist of two 10-minute halves during the league with a 2-minute interval
- In the knockout stage, the 2 teams leading each group will qualify for the quarter finals, winners of which will play the semis & finals
- Games will consist of two 15-minute halves with a 3 minute interval
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VENUE & FIXTURES
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1681466515387{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]The League starts from 7th May till 28th May, with games taking place between 7.30pm to 11pm. A team may play a maximum of 2 games per day and multiple games per week. The schedule will be posted on our website (www.mrfl.in) prior to the start of the season.
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SPONSORSHIP
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679985065125{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]Introducing the next big thing in sports entertainment: The Mumbai Rink Football League (MRFL). MRFL is a revolutionary concept that brings together the best of Mumbai’s sporting talent and live sporting entertainment under one roof. With Mumbai’s best footballers competing against each other, MRFL promises to be exciting and entertaining.
We are keen to partner with sponsors who share our passion for excellence and athleticism. As a sponsor of MRFL, brands will be associated with the excitement and adrenaline of live sporting events. Brands will have the opportunity to reach a massive audience of sports fans from all over the city of Mumbai and those who follow events related to Mumbai.
With our league’s unique format, we offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities that can be customized to fit your brand’s needs. From naming rights to advertising placements to social media campaigns, we can work together to create a package that meets your marketing goals.
Join us in creating a new era of sports entertainment. Be a part of the Mumbai Rink football league and take your brand to the next level. Sponsoring Mumbai’s premiere 5-a-side football franchise league can provide your brand with a number of benefits:
High visibility: Football is one of the most popular sports in the world, and Mumbai has a passionate and growing fan base. As a sponsor of MRFL, your brand will be prominently featured on signage, jerseys, and other promotional materials, giving you high visibility among a large and engaged audience.
Targeted audience: By sponsoring a football league in Mumbai, you can reach a highly targeted audience of sports fans and potential customers who are interested in fitness, health, automobiles, gadgets and wellness. This audience is likely to be receptive to your brand’s messaging and more likely to engage with your products or services.
Community engagement: A local football league (MRFL) can create a strong sense of community and bring people together in a shared passion for the sport. As a sponsor, you can be seen as a supporter of the community and the sport, helping to build goodwill and positive associations with your brand.
Positive brand image: Sponsoring our football league can help to enhance your brand’s image by associating it with the positive values of teamwork, competition, and athleticism. This can create a strong emotional connection with your audience and help to differentiate your brand from competitors.[/vc_column_text][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1679983773514{margin-top: -33px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #000000 !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1462531430496{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679921851344{margin-bottom: 35px !important;}”]
SPONSORSHIP
[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”a” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”INTRODUCING THE NEXT BIG THING IN SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT” tab_id=”1679983767014-cfae4a0c-d2d0″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679934933903{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]The Mumbai Rink Football League (MRFL). MRFL is a revolutionary concept that brings together the best of Mumbai’s sporting talent and live sporting entertainment under one roof. With Mumbai’s best footballers competing against each other, MRFL promises to be exciting and entertaining.
We are keen to partner with sponsors who share our passion for excellence and athleticism. As a sponsor of MRFL, brands will be associated with the excitement and adrenaline of live sporting events. Brands will have the opportunity to reach a massive audience of sports fans from all over the city of Mumbai and those who follow events related to Mumbai.
With our league’s unique format, we offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities that can be customized to fit your brand’s needs. From naming rights to advertising placements to social media campaigns, we can work together to create a package that meets your marketing goals.
Join us in creating a new era of sports entertainment. Be a part of the Mumbai Rink football league and take your brand to the next level. Sponsoring Mumbai’s premiere 5-a-side football franchise league can provide your brand with a number of benefits.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HIGH VISIBILITY” tab_id=”1679983767055-0d31f3bd-5fc4″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679923419369{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]Football is one of the most popular sports in the world, and Mumbai has a passionate and growing fan base. As a sponsor of MRFL, your brand will be prominently featured on signage, jerseys, and other promotional materials, giving you high visibility among a large and engaged audience.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”TARGETED AUDIENCE” tab_id=”1679983767094-491e0e48-7c48″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679923485645{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]By sponsoring a football league in Mumbai, you can reach a highly targeted audience of sports fans and potential customers who are interested in fitness, health, automobiles, gadgets and wellness. This audience is likely to be receptive to your brand’s messaging and more likely to engage with your products or services.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT” tab_id=”1679983767128-5cc3e4b8-bbdc”][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679923680650{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]A local football league (MRFL) can create a strong sense of community and bring people together in a shared passion for the sport. As a sponsor, you can be seen as a supporter of the community and the sport, helping to build goodwill and positive associations with your brand.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”POSITIVE BRAND IMAGE” tab_id=”1679983767162-51e49c7d-b7e4″][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1679923578674{margin-bottom: 23px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;}”]Sponsoring our football league can help to enhance your brand’s image by associating it with the positive values of teamwork, competition, and athleticism. This can create a strong emotional connection with your audience and help to differentiate your brand from competitors.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1664714810614{margin-top: -33px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #000000 !important;}” el_id=”contact”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1462531430496{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][stm_spacing lg_spacing=”76″ md_spacing=”76″ sm_spacing=”76″ xs_spacing=”76″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1664607308772{margin-bottom: 35px !important;}”]
GET IN TOUCH
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For enquires please email us at- connect.mrfl@gmail.com
OR
call / whatsapp us at 9821136036
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