Archive · 20 Jul 2026
RFDL Clubs Conclude Japan Tour Successfully
The RFDL Japan Exposure Tour ended successfully with Indian U-21 clubs showing impressive performances.
Bengaluru FC completed a perfect tour by winning a penalty shootout, FC Goa secured their first win, and Punjab FC had a heartbreaking draw followed by a shootout loss.
The tour, organized by Reliance Foundation, provided valuable international experience to the players, helping them prepare for senior and international football.
It was a great opportunity for these young players to compete against quality Japanese opposition and learn from different tactical approaches and higher-intensity football.
Bengaluru FC completed a perfect tour with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Avispa Fukuoka.
FC Goa secured their first win of the tour with a 3-1 victory over Giravanz Kitakyushu.
Punjab FC narrowly missed out on a win after a heartbreaking stoppage-time equalizer and lost 7-6 in the penalty shootout against Baleine Shimonoseki.
The RFDL Japan Exposure Tour provided valuable international experience to Indian U-21 clubs.
The tour was organized by Reliance Foundation as part of the RFDL player development pathway.
- Who
- Indian U-21 clubs including Bengaluru FC, FC Goa, and Punjab FC.
- What
- The conclusion of the RFDL Japan Exposure Tour with matches against Japanese clubs.
- When
- July 20, 2026.
- Where
- Japan.
- Why
- To offer valuable international experience and exposure to Indian U-21 clubs.
Tour Success
Challenges Faced
Overall Performance
Tour Success
Bengaluru FC completed a perfect tour, FC Goa secured their first win, and Punjab FC showed impressive performance despite a late setback.
Challenges Faced
Punjab FC faced a heartbreaking stoppage-time equalizer and lost in the penalty shootout, highlighting the challenges of international competition.
- Bengaluru FC
- Completed a perfect tour with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Avispa Fukuoka.
- FC Goa
- Secured their first win with a 3-1 victory over Giravanz Kitakyushu.
- Punjab FC
- Lost 7-6 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw with Baleine Shimonoseki.
- Tour Organizer
- Reliance Foundation as part of the RFDL player development pathway.
- Tour Purpose
- To provide international experience and exposure to Indian U-21 clubs.