New Radiant Sports Club defeated The Grande Sports Club in the opening match of the FAM Veterans Cup, a tournament specially organized for the month of Ramadan.

While veterans' tournaments have been held during Ramadan in recent years, they were typically organized by other bodies under the FAM umbrella. Due to various challenges within the association, it has been approximately 15 years since the FAM itself took the initiative to organize a veterans' tournament directly. However, this year's competition is being managed officially by the FAM.

Ten teams are competing in this edition of the tournament. Group A comprises The Grande, Muiveyo Friends Club, Dhivehi Sifainge Club (MNDF), New Radiant Sports Club, and Vilimalé United.

Group B includes United Victory, Hurriyya Sports Club (Huraa), Hulhumalé Veterans Club, Buru Sports Club, and Police Club.

In today's match, the goals for New Radiant were scored by Ali Umar (Ayya) and Ahmed Niyaz (Niya). Both goals were scored in quick succession.

The Veterans Cup continues today with a match between Muiveyo and Dhivehi Sifainge Club.