2014–15 Santosh Trophy

The 2014–15 Santosh Trophy was the 69th edition of India’s premier national-level football tournament, organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). Held from January 10 to February 1, 2015, the tournament featured state teams competing in a knockout format, culminating in a final held in Kerala. The tournament underwent a restructuring, with a total of 30 participating teams, divided into seven zones, competing for regional supremacy before entering the knockout stages. The final saw Karnataka claim their sixth title by defeating West Bengal in a hard-fought match, thus solidifying their status as one of the dominant teams in the competition’s history. The tournament highlighted the growing talent in Indian football, contributing to the sport's development nationwide.