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When the AIFF formed and how?

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is the governing body of football in India. It was founded on June 23, 1937, in...

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The AIFF League Committee has decided on the format of the I-League 2023-24

On Friday, August 11, 2023, the I-League Committee of the All India Football Federation convened by video conference. Deputy Chairperson Mr. Santanu...

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As some cubs failed to release their players, AIFF was forced to postpone the ASIAN CUP camp

Before the Nehru Cup 2009, 14 years prior, first-division (then I-League) clubs had refused to release players for the ASIAN CUP national...

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Birth of AIFF

After several acrimonious meetings and intensive deliberations the All India Football Federation AIFF came into existence in the summer of 1937. After...

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DURAND CUP

AIFF postpone India Camp for AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has postponed the preparatory camp for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup. Originally, the camp was to...

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AIFF plans to send the U-23 squad, experienced in playing for the National Team for Asian Games

With Asian Games in sight, the Indian National Team winning a series of tournaments on the home turf, the interest for the...

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AIFF Club Licensing Committee grants exemptions to nine ISL & I-League Clubs

The All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) Club Licensing Committee has recently made a significant decision by granting exemptions to nine clubs participating...

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Top three decisions taken at 2023 AIFF Annual General Meeting

The 2023 AIFF Annual General Meeting was a milestone for Indian football. Moreover, key decisions were made to boost growth, develop grassroots,...

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AIFF rejects appeal of Kerala Blasters and their coach

Kerala Blasters FC’s appeal against the Rs 4 crore fine levied on them for misbehaviour. And abandoning their match against Bengaluru FC...

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According to IM Vijayan, the AIFF Institutional League will inspire sectors to support football

The announcement by the Federation of an Institutional League to provide PSU, state, and police football players with more opportunities for competition...

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The AIFF grants a unique exemption, allowing foreigners to compete in the Kerala Super League

Two weeks after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) executive committee decided not to allow international players in State tournaments, it has...

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SUPER CUP

According to AIFF president Chaubey, Indian football is aiming for the top 100 FIFA rankings

Following a five-spot climb in the current FIFA rankings as a result of the recent tri-nation tournament title triumph. All India Football...

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Before introducing relegation, the ISL plans to have 16 teams: Kalyan Chaubey, president of the AIFF

The AIFF has established a minimum pay for female players and developed an institutional league comprising public sector entities. The Indian Super...

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The AIFF has suspended Coach Ivan, and the Kerala Blasters have been fined and requested to offer a public apology

After hearing all parties engaged in the tie and considering their appeals and submissions. The AIFF Disciplinary Committee imposed a 10-match ban...

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In Mumbai, the AIFF E Certificate Course for Hearing Impaired Coaches comes to a close

On Thursday, March 30, 2023, Navi Mumbai played host to the first AIFF “E” Certificate Training for Hearing Impaired Coaches. The training...

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In Kolkata the AIFF-Reliance Foundation Youth Sports Women Match Officials Workshop gets underway

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) with Reliance Foundation Youth Sports (RFYS) have collaborated foe a workshop. Its to hold a two-day...

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AIFF President and Secretary General meet with Real Madrid and Atletico de Madrid executives

On Sunday, February 26, 2023, Federation President Mr. Kalyan Chaubey and Secretary General Dr. Shaji Prabhakaran met the heads of two of...

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AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey questions YouTube suspension

AIFF president is Chaubey. He wrote in a subsequent tweet, “Indian Football had a high viewership on YouTube during the Hero Santosh...

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Report: Former AIFF Management siphoned off Substantial Funds, reveals CoA Forensic Audit

Before getting banned, the Committee of Administrators (CoA) has submitted to the Supreme Court about the ongoing forensic audit of All India...

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AIFF forbids Jharkhand from taking part in Santosh Trophy, Women’s Championship

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has forbid Jharkhand from partaking in the Santosh Trophy and the Women’s Championship. The reason stated...

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Bhaichung Bhutia appeals for financial aid to Sikkim Government and AIFF

Bhaichung Bhutia, the legendary footballer has appealed to the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and state sports department to provide financial aid...

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ATK Mohun Bagan acquire AFC and AIFF National Club Licences

ATK Mohun Bagan have fulfilled the licensing criteria to acquire the AFC and AIFF National Club Licences for the upcoming season. Indian...

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AIFF President, Sports Minister discuss Women’s Football

AIFF President Praful Patel and India’s Sports Minister Anurag Thakur met up for a discussion focused on Women’s Football. The esteemed AIFF...

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AIFF: Hero I-League Qualifiers will commence from October 4

Hero I-League Qualifiers will commence from this October 4th at Bengaluru. Further, the AIFF released the fixtures for this year’s Hero I-League...

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AIFF gave Anwar Ali permission to make a return to Professional football

Anwar Ali is coming back to the pitch to play football. He could not play due to a problem related to his...

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AIFF is set to conduct National Football Championship in November

AIFF is set to conduct Santhosh Trophy and Senior Women Championship. Certainly, this tournament will commence in November. Further, AIFF released the...

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AIFF to have a renovated stadium at Srinagar

AIFF would be getting themselves another top-class stadium at Srinagar, Jammu Kasmir. The Bakhshi stadium, which is almost a century old would...

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AIFF hikes the Participation Fee for I-League Qualifiers by 150%

AIFF (All India Football Federation) has requested the clubs. Which are nominated to play in the upcoming I-League Qualifiers to pay a...

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Igor Stimac to be given a 1-year extension by AIFF

Igor Stimac may continue as Indian National Football Team‘s manager for a year. And According to sources closer to 420 Grams panellist-...

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Sandesh Jhinghan, Bala Devi Named AIFF Player of the Year

Indian National Football Team’s defender Sandesh Jhinghan named AIFF Men’s Player of the year. It is to be noted that Jinghan was...

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AIFF announces season dates and CRS fee waiver for clubs, academies

The football world is facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The clubs and academies are facing financial difficulties to survive and...

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AIFF not organizing Indian Women’s League, But Other Leagues Processed

Here is all about Indian Women’s League qualification process and the teams playing in the tournaments. Here is the fifth edition of...

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IWL in doubt after AIFF cancels IWL Play-offs due to Covid

The All India Football Federation (AIFF), on Sunday, announced that the Indian Women’s League(IWL) play-offs have been postponed until further notice. Due...

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After Spike in COVID-19 Cases, AIFF Postpones IWL Play-Offs

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) decided to postpone the Indian Women’s League (IWL) qualifiers under further notice due to the rise in...

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Eurosport India did not broadcast the Oman match, a wake-up call for AIFF?

On the 25th of March, India locked horns with Oman in an international friendly at the Maktoum Bin Rashid Stadium in Dubai....

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AIFF agrees on terms with BeIn Sports to Telecast the Friendlies in India

The Indian National Football Team will be back in action after almost 16 months. They last played an international fixture in November...

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Igor Stimac Praises AIFF’s Efforts to Develop Indian Football

The head coach of the Indian national team, Igor Stimac applauded the All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) contribution behind the development of...

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ATK Mohun Bagan’s appeal rejected by AIFF Player’s Status Committee

Nongdamba Naorem’s transfer to ATK Mohun Bagan from Kerala Blasters and contract got validation by the Committee. The mariners appealed to the...

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Subha Ghosh Joins Kerala Blasters, after AIFF Committee’s Clearance

Subha Ghosh completes his transfer from ATK Mohun Bagan to Kerala Blasters. The All India Football Federation’s (AIFF) player status committee has...

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Top 5 Siblings Making Waves in Indian Football

When it comes to Indian football, sibling dynamics are creating waves of talent and excitement on the field. Betting enthusiasts can unlock...

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INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

India’s World Cup Aspiration

Can India Secure a Spot in the Football World Cup? In the world of sports India’s World Cup Aspiration, there are moments...

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Manisha Kalyan: First Indian to Score in the UEFA Women’s Champions League

Manisha Kalyan is the first Indian to net a goal against Brazil and also becomes the first Indian to score a goal...

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Senior Players To Miss Asian Games

The renowned senior players of the Indian national football team are likely to miss the Asian Games being held in China. Senior...

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Jorge Pereyra Diaz – Argentina to Andheri

Jorge Pereyra Diaz is the Argentine addition to Mumbai City FC‘s arsenal of heavyweights. In this article, let’s take a peek into...

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Asian Games Controversy : Clubs vs Country

The upcoming Asian Games have sparked a heated debate between Indian football clubs and the national federation. Asian Games Initial Plan The...

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Reliance Retail’s Performax Activewear becomes the official kit sponsor for the Indian Football Team

All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced Reliance Retail’s Performax activewear as the official kit sponsor for the Indian football team. In this...

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INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Sunil Chhetri to miss the King’s Cup to give time to his pregnant wife

Due to paternal duties, Sunil Chhetri has asked for a leave from AIFF and head coach Igor Stimac to spend this special...

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Sunil Chhetri and his wife are blessed with a baby boy

The Indian National Football Team captain, Sunil Chhetri, and his wife, Sonam Bhattacharya, have been blessed with a baby boy. On August...

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What can we expect from Sarthak Golui in Chennaiyin FC?

Sarthak Golui joins two-time Hero ISL champion Chennaiyin FC ahead of the upcoming 2023–24 season. The Kolkata-born defender, who has been playing...

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Sarthak Golui joins Chennaiyin FC on a season-long loan deal

Chennaiyin FC has strengthened their squad with experienced centre back Sarthak Golui. Sarthak joins Chennaiyin on a season-long deal from East Bengal...

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Player Profile: Abhijit Sarkar

Abhijit Sarkar, the Bandel-born boy who has been brought up in a very poor family, is going to be a future star...

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Player Profile:- Rahim Ali, the new striker from Bengal

Rahim Ali is a forward who has been making name for himself not only in the Indian Super League but also in the national...

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Player Profile: Prabhsukhan Singh Gill, the last defense of the Red and Gold Brigade

Since the first year of participating in the Hero Indian Super League, East Bengal has been suffering due to an ideal goalkeeper....

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Merdeka Cup will serve as a good test for the Indian National Team ahead of bigger challenges says Kalyan Chaubey

After a long wait of twenty-two years; India is set to make its return to the prestigious Merdeka Cup, an international football...

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Sunil Chhetri’s Last Dance: Analysing India’s Group in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup

The 2023 AFC Asian Cup kicks off in January 2024. Originally planned for June to July 2023 in China, the schedule shifted. This...

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Explained: Why Is 2023 a Big Year for the Blue Tigers?

The Blue Tigers have so far won all of the contests that they could in 2023. Currently dominating international football is Sunil...

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Indian Leagues are attracting foreigners now

The announcement of promotion from the Indian Legues mainly I-League to the Indian Super League had come as a welcome change for...

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How is the Market Value of a Player Set?

In the world of professional sports, the market value of a player is a crucial factor that influences transfer deals, contract negotiations,...

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FIFA imposed a registration ban on Churchill Brothers FC

I-League side Churchill Brothers FC has faced a ban on registering new players by the governing body for world football, FIFA. The...

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DURAND CUP

Durand Cup: – The perfect pre-season for ISL and I-League

The 2023-24 season of Indian Football has begun from 3rd August with Durand Cup acting as the season opener. This season the...

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AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers: Clubs not ready to release players for long period

The Blue Colts are going to face a massive test in the upcoming AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers. The tournament will be...

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Punjab FC decides to pay franchise fee despite promotion from I-League

I-League 2022–23 champions Punjab FC got promotion to India’s top-tier football league. Though Punjab FC was not obliged to pay the franchise...

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Arata Izumi becomes the assistant coach of the new entity, Inter Kashi:

Inter Kashi, the first professional football club from Uttar Pradesh, is currently playing in the I-League. Inter Kashi has appointed Arata Izumi...

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DURAND CUP

Durand Cup 2023: What can we expect from the local lads, Bodoland FC?

Bodoland FC is going to participate in the 132nd edition of the Durand Cup. Bodoland FC is in Group F along with...

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Happy birthday, Sunil Chhetri! Here are some interesting facts about this Asian football legend

In India and around the rest of the globe, Sunil Chhetri has established himself as one of the most prominent football players....

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Upcoming 2023-24 season for Senior Men’s Football

The schedule for the Indian Super League (ISL) is expected to be out around mid-August. But the Indian Football fans must brace...

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East Bengal releases Pawan Kumar and Wahengbam Angousana

East Bengal has announced the departure of their goalie Pawan Kumar and young midfielder Wahengbam Angousana through social media. Pawan Kumar joined...

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Kerala Blasters FC are again looking to sign a new player on loan from their rivals Bengaluru FC

Kerala Blasters FC are going to sign a player on loan from their rival Bengaluru FC. Kerala Blasters have agreed to a...

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Odisha FC announces the signing of left-back Jerry Lalrinzuala

The 2023 Hero Super Cup winner, Odisha FC, announced the signing of 24-year-old left back Jerry Lalrinzuala on a year-long contract with...

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I thought I’ll lose my family: Chinglensana Singh on how Manipur violence affected him

Chinglensana Singh, the 27-year-old Manipur-born footballer, is one of India’s most promising center-backs. During a time of strife in Manipur, Sana put...

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Indian football teams’ participation in the Asian Games is approved by the sports ministry

Following approval from the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs on July 26, 2023, the Indian Men’s and Women’s Football Teams are...

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FSDL sets 550 Cr as base price for 2-year media rights of ISL

Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL), owner of the Indian Super League (ISL), has set a whopping Rs.550 crore as base price for...

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Amarjit Singh Kiyam makes a move to newly promoted Punjab FC

2022–23 Hero I-League champion Punjab FC gets a promotion to India’s top-tier football league. Punjab FC has announced the signing of young...

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Jerry Lalrinzuala agrees to a one-year contract with Odisha FC

Odisha FC announced on Tuesday that Jerry Lalrinzuala has signed a deal with the team that would keep him there through May...

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Floyd Pinto to add an experience to Odisha’s coaching team

Floyd Pinto, the former head coach of the India U-19 national team and the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Elite Academy, joined...

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No Indian Football Teams in Asian Games: Why & What Next? | Analysis

It brings disappointment to the players as well as the supporters, as the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) opted against sending a team...

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India U-16 camp to be held this month in Srinagar

Introduction Exciting news! This month, we have the India Under-16 camp in the beautiful city of Srinagar. Young football players from all...

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Gursimrat Singh Gill announced by East Bengal

Hero ISL side East Bengal FC announced the signing of 26-year-old Center-Back Gursimrat Singh Gill on a three-year contract. Gursimrat is a...

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Clifford Miranda becomes the head coach of U23 national team

Clifford Miranda, a former Indian national team footballer, is now the head coach of the U23 national team, marking an exciting development...

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16 teams of I-League to be divided into 2 groups?

The I-League 2023–24 is going to be played with 16 teams. In the 17th season of the league, The AIFF accepted five...

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Rohit Danu signs for Bengaluru FC

Bengaluru FC has announced the signing of Rohit Danu on a three-year deal. The 20-year-old winger joins the Blues from Hyderabad FC,...

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Top goalkeepers that East Bengal FC should target

Founded in 1920, East Bengal FC has been one of the most successful football clubs in the country. Since the first year...

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Aditya Patra – The Rising Star

Bengal Football has given birth to plenty of young stars in Indian Football. 23-year-old Aditya Patra is going to be the latest...

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SAFF Cup – In a first, 5 Jammu and Kashmir footballers selected for U-16

In a historic moment for Jammu and Kashmir, the national U-16 camp has selected five footballers for the first time. The national...

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Prabhsukhan Singh Gill: The Most Talked-About Goalkeeper

In the world of football, goalkeepers play a crucial role in their teams’ success. Moreover, one young goalkeeper who has been making...

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India will compete in 49th King’s Cup

India finished 2019 in third position The 49th King’s Cup competition, which will take place in Thailand from September 7 to 10,...

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Mohammedan Sporting extends contract with right-back Samad Ali Mallick

Mohammedan Sporting, a prominent Indian football club, has announced the extension of their contract with right-back Samad Ali Mallick. This renewal follows...

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Indian U-17 Women’s Camp in Indore: Step Towards AFC Success

Indian U-17 Women’s Camp in Indore. A Crucial Step Towards AFC Success. On the other hand, The Indian U-17 women’s football squad...

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Match Analysis : India vs. Pakistan

The highly anticipated SAFF Cup match between India and Pakistan reignited their age-old rivalry. India dominated the game, defeating Pakistan convincingly with...

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Mohammedan Sporting announces Alexis Gomez as their new signing

Kolkata-based football club, Mohammedan Sporting, has recently made an exciting announcement by signing Alexis Gomez as their newest addition to the team....

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I-League 2023 to allow Five new bids to emerge for direct entry

Indian football’s I-League, a top-tier league, received five new bids for the 2023 season. This offers clubs a chance to showcase their...

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Why did India turn down friendlies against Argentina?

India declined the opportunity to host Lionel Messi’s Argentina for a friendly during this month’s international window, due to the expensive expense...

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East Bengal FC welcomes Nishu Kumar

Nishu Kumar has been allocated to East Bengal FC by Kerala Blasters FC on a one-year loan. The team however revealed it...

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Chat GPT picks Top 10 Indian Footballers

Indian football has been making significant strides in recent years. Moreover, the country is witnessing a surge in talented footballers who are...

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Does Indian sport’s inherent low regard for women?

The Kerala Blasters have made the decision to temporarily suspend their women’s squad. After being penalised by the AIFF for leaving a...

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INDIAN WOMEN'S LEAGUE

Kerala Blasters have put their women’s team to a “temporary pause”

Ivan Vukomanovic, the head coach of Kerala Blasters, led his side in a walk-off on March 3. To protest what they believed...

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Weekly Transfer Roundup: Blasters have signed a new Right-Back

Last week many transfer took place. Although this week there are many transfer that took place in the ISL teams as well...

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