The St. Xavier’s College (Calcutta) Alumni Association (SXCCAA), in collaboration with the college’s Department of Sports, has officially announced the commencement of the Xaverian Soccer League (XSL) Season 3. Following the successful completion of two previous editions, this event has established itself as one of Kolkata’s most vibrant, alumni-driven football initiatives.

A press conference was organized to announce this league in the presence of eminent dignitaries.

The tournament is scheduled to take place on the 6th and 7th of June 2026 at St. Xavier’s College Ground.

​XSL Season 3 features eight franchises, each bolstered by a marquee player to enhance competitiveness and provide mentorship to participating students and athletes. These include:

​Chinese Checkers: Owned by Debaditya Chaudhury, featuring Mehtab Hossain.

​Digital Strikers: Owned by Sunil Agarwal, featuring Alvito D’Cunha.

​IIHM Tigers: Owned by Dr. Suborno Bose, featuring Arnab Mondal.

​BTL Blasters: Owned by Ravi Todi, featuring Ashim Biswas.

​Fortune Strikers: Co-owned by Alok and Arun Srivastava, featuring Md. Rafique.

​Credo Accelerate: Owned by Sudeshna Roy Chowdhury, featuring Mehrajuddin Wadoo.

​Xaverian Tigers: Owned by Faisal Haque, featuring Syed Rahim Nabi.

​Warriors: Co-owned by Atanu Malik and Sarbani, featuring Dipankar Roy.

​Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio, SJ, Principal of St. Xavier’s College and President of SXCCAA, noted that the league embodies core values such as leadership, teamwork, discipline, and excellence, while strengthening the bond between generations of Xaverians. Beyond the competition, the league serves as a vital networking platform.

Sanjib Koner, Honorary Secretary of SXCCAA, emphasized that the initiative aims to foster lifelong connections and extend support to economically challenged footballers through various philanthropic efforts. By uniting corporate leaders, football legends, and students on a common platform, XSL Season 3 continues to celebrate the spirit of community and sportsmanship.

Alvito D’ Cunha said, “I was curious to know whether this year this league will happen. So when I was talking with Mr. Koner, I had asked him about the tournament. The tournament is organized in an amazing manner, and I am so happy that I can be a part of this initiative. It is one of the most well-organized football tournaments”.

Mehtab Hossain said, “It is great that such tournaments are happening to spread awareness about football. Football is a global game. Students from the institution can later become good players and play in reputed clubs. We learn from the youngsters, and they also learn something from us. The respect that we get from the youngsters is great. Looking forward to an amazing tournament”.

This event remains more than just a tournament; it is a catalyst for engagement and meaningful interaction within the alumni fraternity.

Priyanka Dutta