News for 'AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers'

Chaubey fires back at Bhutia, slams 'vested interests'

Chaubey fires back at Bhutia, slams 'vested interests'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

AIFF chief Chaubey accuses Bhutia of running football schools for "vested interest"

Bhutia 'motivated' under Houghton

Bhutia 'motivated' under Houghton

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

Star striker Bhaichung Bhutia, who said he would quit international football, joined the national camp in Kolkata.

Bhutia to join camp on Monday

Bhutia to join camp on Monday

Rediff.com6 Aug 2006

The star striker decided to join the ongoing camp in Kolkata, reversing his retirement plans from international soccer.

Bhutia not among probables for Saudi match

Bhutia not among probables for Saudi match

Rediff.com21 Jul 2006

The ace striker is not among the 32 players named for the national coaching camp, starting August 4 in Kolkata, in preparation for the AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia on August 16.

AIFF: ISL crucial, but court bars MRA renewal

AIFF: ISL crucial, but court bars MRA renewal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Following a directive from the Supreme Court, the AIFF has been asked not to negotiate new terms of the MRA with FSDL, the apex governing body's commercial partner running the ISL, until a final judgment is delivered in the AIFF draft constitution case.

AFC Challenge Cup: Chhetri warns against complacency

AFC Challenge Cup: Chhetri warns against complacency

Rediff.com6 Mar 2012

Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri on Tuesday warned his players against complacency if they have to defend the AFC Challenge Cup which begins in Kathmandu on March 8.

Venkatesh, Alvito dropped for Saudi match

Venkatesh, Alvito dropped for Saudi match

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

The two stalwarts of Indian football failed to measure up to coach Bob Houghton's high fitness demands and were axed from the team for the Asian Cup qualifier.

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

India set to be confirmed as 2030 Commonwealth Games hosts!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

India's 2030 Commonwealth Games bid is set to be formally approved on Wednesday at the Commonwealth Sport's general assembly in Glasgow.

Houghton all praise for Saudis

Houghton all praise for Saudis

Rediff.com7 Sep 2006

India's football coach Bob Houghton lamented that India could not maintain a high level of play in their AFC Cup qualifying match against Saudi Arabia.

Indian squad leaves for AFC Challenge Cup

Indian squad leaves for AFC Challenge Cup

Rediff.com14 Feb 2010

A 22-member India Under-23 football squad left the country on Sunday to defend their title in the AFC Challenge Cup to be held in Colombo from February 16-27.

Ancheri, Nabi left out of squad

Ancheri, Nabi left out of squad

Rediff.com12 Aug 2006

Madhab Das, Tarif Ahmed and Abdul Bashir also failed to make the squad for the AFC Asian Cup qualifying tie against Saudi Arabia.

Houghton wants Bhutia back

Houghton wants Bhutia back

Rediff.com6 Aug 2006

The India coach is hoping that the striker would be available for the August 16 AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia.

Yemen rout India

Yemen rout India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2006

A 3-0 victory gave Yemen their first victory in the AFC Asian Cup qualifying football tournament.

India to field depleted side against Yemen

India to field depleted side against Yemen

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

Injury has robbed India of seven key players for Wednesday's AFC Asian Cup qualifier Group A tie against Yemen.

FIFA ban fear: Bhutia calls for Indian reboot under Jamil

FIFA ban fear: Bhutia calls for Indian reboot under Jamil

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'Khalid will have to begin with consistency and with new players and good strikers from U-23 because he has to build for the future.'

Khalid Jamil takes charge as Indian men's football boss

Khalid Jamil takes charge as Indian men's football boss

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Jamil will succeed Spaniard Manolo Marquez, who parted ways with the AIFF last month following India's recent struggles.

Some Relief For Referees Amid ISL Uncertainty!

Some Relief For Referees Amid ISL Uncertainty!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Grappling with unprecedented uncertainty over the fate of the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season, the AIFF on Saturday moved in to "calm" fears among its referees, assuring them that their contracts will be renewed "as per established procedure."

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

India vs Iraq: Can India win without Chhetri in King's Cup?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

India face tough Iraq test sans Chhetri

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Brazil's FIFA World Cup qualification hanging by a thread

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Brazil shocked and other big upsets at World Cup qualifiers played on Tuesday

Captain Chhetri eclipses Messi in top scorers' list

Captain Chhetri eclipses Messi in top scorers' list

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

India captain Sunil Chhetri added another feather to his illustrious cap as he overtook Argentina star Lionel Messi to become the second-highest goalscorer among the current players in international football.

At 37, I am hitting my peak: Sunil Chhetri

At 37, I am hitting my peak: Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Chhetri expressed his desire to play the Asian Cup on home soil

No matchfixing link to Lebanon World Cup games, say AFC

No matchfixing link to Lebanon World Cup games, say AFC

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

The Asian Football Confederation is not aware of any suspicion linking Lebanon's World Cup qualifiers to the country's matchfixing scandal but has requested a full report, the regional body said on Thursday.

Why Bhaichung Bhutia is opposed to AIFF's MRA move

Why Bhaichung Bhutia is opposed to AIFF's MRA move

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

The All India Football Federation decided to form an eight-member task force to look into the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) negotiations with its commercial partner Football Sports Development Ltd

India drawn with Iran, Oman in football World Cup qualifiers

India drawn with Iran, Oman in football World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

The Indian football team was pooled with Iran, Oman, India, Turkmenistan and Guam at the draw for AFC nations in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.

Indian football hits new low with shock loss to Afghanistan

Indian football hits new low with shock loss to Afghanistan

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

India suffered one of its most embarrassing defeat in recent years despite Sunil Chhetri's 94th international goal in his 150th match.

ISL gets recognition from AFC; India to have 2 national football leagues

ISL gets recognition from AFC; India to have 2 national football leagues

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

The cash-rich Indian Super League has been finally granted official recognition by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), meaning there will be two national leagues in the country from 2017-18.

'Time For India To See The Next No. 9'

'Time For India To See The Next No. 9'

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Sunil Chhetri said he would like to be remembered as 'the luckiest and most hardworking national team player'.

Stimac banking on Chhettri return to boost Team India

Stimac banking on Chhettri return to boost Team India

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Talismanic captain Sunil Chhetri will return to the national team during next month's Asian Cup qualifiers

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Talented winger Lallianzuala Chhangte "would not mind" stepping up as the next number 9 of the Indian football team, after talismanic forward Sunil Chhetri's illustrious career comes to an end in Kolkata on June 6.

Bengaluru FC sign India's No.1 keeper Gurpreet, create history

Bengaluru FC sign India's No.1 keeper Gurpreet, create history

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

National team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu became the first Indian player to be signed by an Indian club from an European club in a move involving a transfer fee.

FIFA rankings: Win against Puerto Rico sees India climb four places

FIFA rankings: Win against Puerto Rico sees India climb four places

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The Indian football team jumped four places to be at 148th spot in the latest FIFA rankings released today, on the back of an impressive 4-1 win over higher-ranked Puerto Rico in Mumbai last week.

Asian football: Ronaldo scores in his 1,200th game

Asian football: Ronaldo scores in his 1,200th game

Rediff.com9 Dec 2023

Conflict forces Palestinian team Jabal Al Mukaber to withdraw from AFC Cup

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

'I Want To Inspire Others And Help Us As A Nation'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

'I'm looking at it as a chance to play international football, to represent India, and to hopefully inspire other players with a similar background to me, to show them that they can come to India and do the same thing.'

No Indian football team for Asian Games; AIFF slams IOA

No Indian football team for Asian Games; AIFF slams IOA

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

This will be the first time since the 1994 Hiroshima edition that an Indian team will not take part in the football competition of the Asian Games.

Bagan qualify for AFC Cup, set up ISL final against Mumbai City

Bagan qualify for AFC Cup, set up ISL final against Mumbai City

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Bagan adopted a completely different approach from the first leg. They had 16 shots in the first half but just three on target. It took them just three minutes to sound a warning.

Miranda named India U-23 men's team head coach

Miranda named India U-23 men's team head coach

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'Clifford did well to win the Super Cup for Odisha FC, and I'm sure we can expect a good performance from the Indian team.'

Bangladesh coach suspended

Bangladesh coach suspended

Rediff.com14 Feb 2006

Argentine coach Diego Cruciani was suspended after attempting to assault Indian referee Rizwan-ul Haq during his team's Asian Cup pre-qualifying match against Pakistan.

India rises to best annual FIFA ranking in 6 years

India rises to best annual FIFA ranking in 6 years

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

India jumped two places to finish 2016 at 135, their best in the last six years, in the FIFA rankings published on Thursday. This is India's six-year highest annual ranking after 2009 when India finished at 134. National coach Stephen Constantine attributed the upsurge to all his players and the staff. "It can't be achieved without the help of the players. We have an exceptional batch of players as we are in the process of building the team for the future," Constantine said.

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Indian football round-up: WAFF U-16 C'ship: India defeat Yemen 3-0

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

After Central defender Harpreet Singh headed the first one in the 37th minute, two goals in two minutes immediately after resumption took the issue beyond Yemen's reach.

We are looking for more attack-minded players: Stimac

We are looking for more attack-minded players: Stimac

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

India head coach Igor Stimac on Wednesday said his team has a "couple of players" with few injury issues but that will not stop them from going all out in an attempt to secure full points against Uzbekistan in the AFC Asian Cup in Doha on Thursday.