Results

India Federation Cup 05/12 10:30 3 [3] DSK Shivajians v Shillong Lajong FC [4] L 2-3
India Federation Cup 05/10 10:30 2 [4] DSK Shivajians v Bengaluru FC [2] W 2-0
India Federation Cup 05/08 13:30 1 [2] Mohun Bagan v DSK Shivajians [2] L 4-0
India I-League 04/30 11:05 18 [7] DSK Shivajians v Minerva [10] D 4-4
India I-League 04/22 13:35 17 [4] Daria Nazarkina v DSK Shivajians [7] L 7-0
India I-League 04/16 11:05 16 [3] East Bengal Club v DSK Shivajians [8] W 0-1
India I-League 04/08 13:35 15 [8] DSK Shivajians v Shillong Lajong FC [4] L 2-3
India I-League 03/11 11:05 14 [7] DSK Shivajains v Mumbai FC [10] W 5-0
India I-League 03/07 13:35 13 [7] DSK Shivajians v Aizawl FC [2] L 0-1
India I-League 03/05 13:30 12 [10] Chennai City FC v DSK Shivajians [8] D 1-1
India I-League 02/26 11:00 11 [10] Churchill Brothers SC v DSK Shivajians [6] L 3-0
India I-League 02/18 11:05 10 Mohun Bagan v DSK Shivajians L 3-1

Wikipedia - DSK Shivajians FC

DSK Shivajians Football Club (founded as Shivajians Sports Club) was an Indian professional football club based in Pune, Maharashtra. The club was owned by the DSK Group, and competed in the I-League, then top tier of Indian football league system. It has also participated in Pune Football League.

The club was founded as in 1987 in Shivajinagar, Pune, by Ashok Vanjari, Manoj Walvekar, Emanuel Jeevan, Moreshwar Dhumal, Viju Deshmukh and Frank Norman as a platform for entertainment and community engagement for the residents of the locality. The Club have played in the top tier of the Pune Football League since their formation in 1987, and have played the I-League from 2015–16 season. A direct entry into the League, and therefore were immune to relegation until 2018. The club is known for its youth development policy and was the first professional football club in India to have tied up with a major international football club in Liverpool FC, along with whom they run their academy.

History

The early years: 1987–1989

The club was formed on 6 August 1987, under the name Shivajians Sports Club, by the Late. Ashok Vanjari, Manoj Walvekar, Emanuel Jeevan, Moreshwar (Appa) Dhumal, Viju Deshmukh and Frank Norman. A community club, it served as a platform for competition, entertainment and engagement for locals from the Shivajinagar area in Pune. The club was affiliated with Pune District Football Association.

In 1987 itself, the club organized the first ever All India Floodlight Football Tournament, which was held in Pune in the memory of Shri B. B. Walvekar. Teams such as Central Railway zone – Bombay, Madras Tukes, Bank Of India – Bombay, Sesa Goa, State Bank of India – Hyderabad, Salsete Goa, Kampti Colonies – Nagpur, Bangalore Eleven, Kerala Police and Cochin Customs which were forces to be reckoned with in the country at the time, all participated in the tournament.

Two decades of local dominence: 1990–2010

From 1990 until 2010, the club had dominated the Pune football scene. In this period, the club won all the prestigious tournaments held in Pune, including the Dr. Hedgewar Football Tournament, Raja Shiv Chhatrapati Football Tournament, Rupmay Chatterjee Football Tournament, Dada Saheb Chavan Memorial Cup and Guru Teg Bahadur Football Tournament. The club also won many state level and all India level football tournaments held in the nearby cities of Kolhapur, Gadhinglaj, Miraj, Indore and Akola.

Staying true to their goal of engaging the community, the Club organised many training programmes and provided scholarships to players from the economically weaker sections of society.

Change of ownership and DSK Shivajians FC: 2010–present

On 30 April 2010, Shirish Kulkarni, executive director of the DSK Group and former Shivajians SC player, was appointed as the president of the club. This was a prelude to the DSK Group's takeover of the club in 2013, which led to it being renamed as "DSK Shivajians FC".

DSK Shivajians unveiling new club kits and players on 24 October 2016.

The DSK Group has invested heavily in developing infrastructure for the Club at the DSK Dream City Football Fields in Pune, where they created a state-of-the-art fully residential training facility which also houses the DSK Shivajians FC Academy, which is run in association with Liverpool FC.

In 2013, the Club played the I-League 2nd Division under Coach Pradhyum Reddy, but missed out on the Final Round by a point. They have also participated in the 2016 Durand Cup and reached the semifinals after finishing on top of the Group A with 10 points. Their campaign came to an end after losing to NEROCA FC by 3–0 in the first semifinals.

In 2015, the club got corporate entry into the I-League. Under the coaching of Derrick Pereira, they played in the 2015–16 I-League Season. In November 2016, Bosnian international Saša Kolunija was roped in as the first foreign signing. They finished 9th on the league table with 15 points.

In the 2016–17 I-League, DSK Shivajians participated for the last time before they pulled out their team and ended on 18 points, finishing on seventh position.

DSK Shivajians is a prominent Indian football club based in Pune, Maharashtra. Founded in 2015, the club has quickly established itself as a significant player in the Indian football landscape. DSK Shivajians is known for its commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting grassroots football, making it a vital part of the local sports community.

The team competes in various leagues, including the I-League and the I-League 2nd Division, showcasing a blend of experienced players and promising youngsters. The club's philosophy emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, which is reflected in their playing style.

Home matches are held at the Balewadi Stadium, where passionate fans gather to support the team, creating an electric atmosphere. DSK Shivajians is not just a football club; it represents a vision for the future of Indian football, aiming to inspire the next generation of players and elevate the sport's profile in the country. With a focus on excellence both on and off the pitch, DSK Shivajians continues to strive for success and contribute to the growth of football in India.