India Khelo Football (IKF) conducted city-level trials in United Football Academy in Aligarh as part of its Season 5 scouting programme. The trials saw strong engagement from the local football community, with around 140 players participating across various age groups. Following competitive evaluation, 26 players earned selection to the Zonal level, demonstrating both the depth of grassroots talent in Aligarh and the effectiveness of the IKF–United Football Academy partnership in identifying and advancing promising young players.