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BHARAT RATNA
LOKAPRIYA GOPINATH BORDOLOI TROPHY

CELEBRATING ASSAM'S FOOTBALL HERITAGE

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— The Legacy of Gopinath Bordoloi

The Bharat Ratna Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Trophy, popularly known as the Bordoloi Trophy, is one of India’s most prestigious football tournaments, held annually in Assam and organized by the Guwahati Sports Association (GSA). Established in 1952 by Gauhati Town Club, the tournament honors Bharat Ratna Gopinath Bordoloi, Assam’s first Chief Minister and a passionate advocate for sports.

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MATCH DAY: 05-11-2026

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THREE PHASE TOURNAMENT FORMAT FOR 2026

DISTRICT ROUND

The District Round of the 2026 Bharat Ratna Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Trophy serves as the foundation of the tournament, ensuring grassroots participation and widespread engagement across Assam. With 8 clubs in each district competing in a league-cum-knockout format, this phase features an intense 350+ matches, showcasing the raw talent and competitive spirit of local teams. Each district conducts its own mini-tournament, with the champion club advancing to the next stage, the Cluster Round.

CLUSTER ROUND

The Cluster Round is the second stage of the competition, where district-level winners compete within their designated geographical clusters. The state is divided into six clusters based on proximity, ensuring a structured and competitive framework. In this round, the winners from each district within a cluster face off against one another for the Cluster Championship. The winner and runner-up of the Cluster Round advance to the Final Round, where they compete for the ultimate championship title.

FINAL ROUND

The Final Round marks the pinnacle of the competition, bringing together the top contenders from each cluster to compete for the ultimate championship. The winners and runners-up from all six clusters will qualify for this prestigious stage.

To be held in Guwahati, the Final Round will follow a knockout format, where only the strongest teams will progress. The competition will feature the top two teams from each cluster, along with two wild card entries and two invited teams, all vying for the championship title. With every match being an elimination round, teams must bring their best performance to stay in the race.

232

CLUBS

500+

MATCHES

7000

PLAYERS

THE 6 CLUSTERS OF ASSAM

Based on geographical proximity, the 35 districts have been divided into six clusters, ensuring a balanced and competitive structure for the Bordoloi Trophy. Each cluster consists of 5 to 6 neighboring districts, allowing teams to compete within their regional zones before advancing to the Final Round. This division not only promotes regional rivalries and local fan engagement but also minimizes travel constraints, making the tournament more efficient. The top two teams from each cluster will secure their spot in Phase 3, where they will battle for the ultimate title.