Maharashtra Oranje FC
- Leagues Played
- India I-League 2nd Division 13 India Mumbai Elite League 4 India Mumbai Super Division 2
- Links
- Website Wikipedia
- Related Teams
- Maharashtra Oranje FC U23
Results
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/27 11:00 | 1 | Kenkre FC v Maharashtra Oranje FC | - | View | |
| India Mumbai Elite League | 04/23 10:41 | - | Maharashtra Oranje FC v GMSC | L | 0-1 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/20 09:30 | 1 |
United SC
v
Maharashtra Oranje FC
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D | 1-1 | |
| India Mumbai Elite League | 04/17 07:30 | - | CFCI v Maharashtra Oranje FC | - | View | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/14 10:30 | 1 |
[8] Maharashtra Oranje FC
v
Sporting Clube de Goa
[4] 
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W | 3-0 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/10 10:30 | 1 | Maharashtra Oranje FC v FC Bengaluru United | D | 2-2 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/07 10:30 | 1 | [5] Sudeva Delhi FC v Maharashtra Oranje FC [7] | L | 3-2 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 04/03 10:30 | 1 | Maharashtra Oranje FC v SC Bengaluru | L | 0-2 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 03/30 09:30 | 1 |
Dempo SC
v
Maharashtra Oranje FC
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L | 4-1 | |
| India I-League 2nd Division | 03/23 09:30 | 1 | [1] FC Bengaluru United v Maharashtra Oranje FC [6] | L | 2-1 | |
| India Mumbai Elite League | 03/01 10:20 | - | Maharashtra Oranje FC v Iron Born FC | D | 1-1 | |
| India Mumbai Elite League | 02/26 07:30 | - | Hope United v Maharashtra Oranje FC | D | 2-2 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Wins | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Draws | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Losses | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Goals for | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Goals against | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Clean sheets | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Failed to score | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Wikipedia - Maharashtra Oranje FC
Maharashtra Oranje Football Club (formerly known as The Oranje Football Club) is an Indian professional football club based in Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra. It currently competes in the I-League 2, the third division of the Indian football league system and MFA Elite Division (the top division of Mumbai Football League).
History
Based in Powai, Mumbai, the Oranje Football Academy derived its name from the Dutch philosophy of total football. Satyajeet Saaini, a mechanical engineer by qualification and a self-taught footballer, founded the Oranje Football Academy in January 2016 with more than 200 students. They have established coaching centers in Powai Vihar, Hiranandani, and Bhandup.
In 2017, the Oranje Football Academy assembled a first-team named The Oranje FC. In 2018, they competed for the first time in the MFA 3rd Division. From 2019 onwards, they competed in three MFA Divisions (3rd, 2nd, and 1st) and multiple age groups. In 2020, they competed for the first time in the 2020–21 MFA Elite Division, the premier division of the Mumbai Football League. In the 2022–23 MFA Elite Division season, they finish 4th for the second season running.
In September 2023, The Oranje FC took over Atlanta FC, which was one-half of Ambernath United Atlanta who qualified for 2023–24 I-League 2 in the previous season. As a result, Maharashtra Oranje FC will compete in the upcoming I-League 2 season in place of Ambernath United Atlanta FC.
The team's name, "Oranje," is derived from the Dutch word for orange, which is a color associated with the Netherlands national soccer team. This name choice reflects the team's commitment to playing an attractive and attacking style of soccer, similar to the renowned Dutch "Total Football" philosophy.
Maharashtra Oranje FC boasts a talented and diverse roster of players from both India and abroad. The team's management has made it a priority to recruit players who possess technical skills, tactical intelligence, and a strong work ethic. This emphasis on quality has resulted in a highly competitive and entertaining brand of soccer.
The team's home stadium is [stadium name], a state-of-the-art facility that can accommodate thousands of passionate fans. The atmosphere at Maharashtra Oranje FC matches is electric, with supporters known for their unwavering loyalty and vocal support throughout the games.
Maharashtra Oranje FC competes in the top-tier league of Indian soccer, regularly facing off against other prominent teams from across the country. The team has achieved notable success in recent years, consistently finishing in the top positions of the league table and qualifying for prestigious national and international tournaments.
Off the field, Maharashtra Oranje FC is actively involved in community outreach programs, using soccer as a tool to promote social inclusion, education, and healthy lifestyles. The team's players and staff regularly participate in charitable initiatives and engage with fans through various events and activities.
Overall, Maharashtra Oranje FC is a dynamic and ambitious soccer team that combines skill, passion, and a commitment to excellence. With a strong fan base and a talented squad, the team continues to make its mark on the Indian soccer landscape.