Kerala Blasters Reserves
- Alias
- Kerala Blasters II
- Leagues Played
- India Kerala Premier League 20 India I-League 2nd Division 15
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- Kerala Blasters Kerala Blasters U18 Kerala Blasters Reserves
Results
| India Kerala Premier League | 01/14 10:30 | - | Parappur FC v Kerala Blasters II | - | View | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 12/30 13:30 | - | LIFFA Trivandrum v Kerala Blasters II | D | 2-2 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 12/22 13:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v Golden Threads FC | L | 0-4 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 12/13 13:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v MK Sporting Club | W | 8-0 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 12/08 10:30 | - | Kovalam FC v Kerala Blasters II | L | 3-1 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 11/26 10:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v Kerala Police | L | 1-2 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 03/07 10:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v Kovalam FC | D | 1-1 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 03/03 10:30 | - | Kerala United v Kerala Blasters II | L | 2-0 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 02/27 10:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v Wayanad United | D | 1-1 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 02/23 10:30 | - | Kerala Police v Kerala Blasters Reserves | L | 2-0 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 04/17 10:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v KSEB FC | L | 1-4 | |
| India Kerala Premier League | 04/13 10:30 | - | Kerala Blasters II v Kovalam FC | W | 4-1 |
Wikipedia - Kerala Blasters FC Reserves and Academy
Kerala Blasters Football Club Reserves and Academy, also known as Kerala Blasters B, are the reserve team and academy of the Kochi based Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters. The reserve team of the Blasters most recently competed in the Kerala Premier League, the top division of Kerala football and the RF Development League. The club's youth system also called as KBFC Young Blasters consists of three teams, Under-17, Under-15 and Under-13 age groups that competes in their respective age divisions of the Youth League. The youth teams of the Blasters has previously played in the Elite League, the top tier of the youth football system in India.
History
On 20 February 2018, it was announced by the All India Football Federation, the organising body for Indian football, that the Kerala Blasters along with six other Indian Super League sides would field a reserve team in the I-League 2nd Division, India's then second division football league.
The first ever competitive match for the reserves was against Ozone FC on 16 March 2018 in which they suffered a defeat. But they managed to become the table toppers of Group B by winning seven games from ten matches. However, as per the rules, reserve teams of the clubs were not eligible for advancing into the final round. In the same year itself, the side also started to participate in the Kerala Premier League, which is the top division league for the clubs from Kerala. During their first season in KPL, they finished the group stage in third place, thus missing the play-offs.
In 2018-19, they finished in third place of the group. In KPL they became the semi-finalists during the 2018-19 season.
They won the 2019-2020 season of Kerala Premier League after defeating the reserve side of their rivals Gokulam Kerala FC in a penalty shootout. In the I-League 2nd Division, they finished the season in fifth place.
In January 2021, the club appointed T. G. Purushothaman as their new head coach, replacing Renjith TA and Shameel Chembakath.
In April 2022, they made their debut in the inaugural edition of the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL). Technical Advisor Tomasz Tchorz was appointed as the head coach while T.G Purushothaman became his assistant. The team won five out of the seven matches which included six clean sheets. With sixteen points in total, they finished second in the table behind Bengaluru FC reserves and qualified for the Next Gen Cup, which was held in the United Kingdom. In the Next Gen Cup's group B semi final, they lost 7–0 against Tottenham Hotspur F.C Academy. In the third-place play-off, they lost 1–4 to Crystal Palace F.C Academy.
In August 2022, with the first team preparing for the 2022–23 Indian Super League season, Kerala Blasters fielded their reserves for the 2022 Durand Cup. With two wins, a draw and two defeats, they qualified for the quarter-finals as the second team from Group D behind Odisha FC. In the quarter-finals, they were defeated 3–0 by Mohammedan SC.
The Kerala Blasters Reserves are the developmental squad of the renowned Kerala Blasters FC, one of the most popular and passionate football clubs in India. Based in Kochi, Kerala, this reserve team serves as a vital platform for nurturing young talent and providing aspiring footballers with the opportunity to showcase their skills and progress to the first team.
Founded with the vision of fostering local talent and promoting the sport in the region, the Kerala Blasters Reserves embody the club's commitment to excellence and community engagement. The team competes in various regional and national leagues, allowing players to gain valuable match experience and develop their tactical understanding of the game.
The squad is characterized by a blend of promising youth and experienced players, creating a dynamic environment where learning and growth are prioritized. Under the guidance of dedicated coaching staff, the reserves focus on honing technical skills, physical fitness, and teamwork, all while instilling the core values of discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship.
With a vibrant fan base that mirrors the fervor of the main team, the Kerala Blasters Reserves play their home matches in front of enthusiastic supporters, creating an electrifying atmosphere that motivates players to perform at their best. As a crucial part of the Kerala Blasters FC ecosystem, the reserves are not just a stepping stone for future stars but also a testament to the club's commitment to the development of football in Kerala and beyond.