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Anand’s local footballing pride, Charutar Vidya Mandal (CVM) Football Club, is making waves in the Gujarat SFA Senior Men’s Club Championship 2026. On January 18, 2026, CVM FC delivered a clinical performance, defeating Karnavati Football Club with a dominant 4-0 victory. This win has solidified Anand’s position as a rising powerhouse in the Gujarat football circuit, moving beyond its reputation as just a “University Town.”

The Lalbhai Shastri Stadium in Anand recently took center stage as a key venue for the Vijay Merchant Trophy Elite (the premier national U-16 tournament). In a high-scoring Quarter-Final match held in mid-January 2026, Mumbai faced off against Uttar Pradesh on Anand’s soil. The match saw a monumental performance by Mumbai, who declared their first innings at a staggering 633/8, showcasing the high-quality cricketing infrastructure now available in the Charotar region.