News for 'AFC Cup'

AIFF fined US$18,000 by AFC

AIFF fined US$18,000 by AFC

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

The AFC said the unsuspended portion of the fine - US$750 -- shall be settled within 90 days from the date of the communication of the decision.

Who'll succeed Marquez? AIFF begins hunt for new coach

Who'll succeed Marquez? AIFF begins hunt for new coach

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

AIFF opens application process for new men's head coach position after Marquez's exit

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.

PIX: Last-minute goal takes Al-Ittihad past Al-Nassr

PIX: Last-minute goal takes Al-Ittihad past Al-Nassr

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Houssem Aouar scored a last-minute goal to help Al-Ittihad complete a comeback and secure a 3-2 win over Al-Nassr on Wednesday, taking them a step closer to clinching the Saudi Pro League title.

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Bhutia: Kalyan Chaubey has destroyed Indian football

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'You're paying Rs 42 lakh for one game. Why not link it to qualification? It just shows how clueless the management is.'

Diamantakos saves the day for East Bengal in Thimpu

Diamantakos saves the day for East Bengal in Thimpu

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

East Bengal kicked off their AFC Challenge League campaign with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bhutan's Paro FC, salvaging a crucial point thanks to Dimitrios Diamantakos' second-half equaliser.

'Qualifying for the Asian Cup is minimal goal'

'Qualifying for the Asian Cup is minimal goal'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Marquez is trying to instil his philosophy, and that's going to take time. In every camp, we're getting closer to what he wants from us as a team. With time, training, and the level of coaching he has, I have no doubt we'll be a strong team in the qualifiers.'

AFC U-16: India sign off with a win

AFC U-16: India sign off with a win

Rediff.com9 Oct 2008

India got back to winning ways when they beat Indonesia 1-0 to end their campaign in the AFC Cup Under-16 Championship in Tashkent.

'Indian football has gone backwards': Coach slams team

'Indian football has gone backwards': Coach slams team

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

India head coach Manolo Marquez expressed his disappointment and anger following the 0-0 draw against Bangladesh in the AFC Asian Cup qualifying round match, stating that his team has taken- two or three steps back, since his first match in charge last year.

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Eight-minute VAR check at Bournemouth is new English record

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

The first weekend of semi-automated off-side decisions in English soccer descended into confusion on Saturday as Bournemouth had a goal ruled out after a record eight-minute VAR check.

AFC Challenge Cup: India lose to Tajikistan

AFC Challenge Cup: India lose to Tajikistan

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

Defending champions India made a disastrous start to their AFC Challenge Cup campaign, going down 0-2 to Tajikistan in Kathmandu, on Friday.

India targets qualification for 2022 football World Cup in Qatar

India targets qualification for 2022 football World Cup in Qatar

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

All India Football Federation president Praful Patel said India must ensure that 'right steps' are taken as it targets qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

India's squad for AFC Challenge Cup qualifier

India's squad for AFC Challenge Cup qualifier

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

India left out most of their younger players who featured in the pre-Olympic qualifiers against Myanmar from the 23-member squad for the 2012 AFC Challenge Cup qualifying round tournament, starting on March 21 in Kuala Lumpur.

Bengaluru FC to face Jordan's Al Wehdat in ACL prelims stage 2

Bengaluru FC to face Jordan's Al Wehdat in ACL prelims stage 2

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

I-League champions Bengaluru FC will play against Jordanian club Al Wehdat SC in their AFC Champions League Preliminary Stage 2 fixture in an away tie on January 31.

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"

PIX: Chhetri scores on return as India trounce Maldives

PIX: Chhetri scores on return as India trounce Maldives

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

First win for India since Nov 2023 and first under coach Manolo Marquez.

India to bid for 2014 AFC Challenge Cup

India to bid for 2014 AFC Challenge Cup

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

The AFC Challenge Cup, Asia's second biggest football tournament, may return to India after a gap of six years as the country is set to bid for the 2014 edition.

Why there's optimism about Indian women's football

Why there's optimism about Indian women's football

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'In the women's landscape, there are fewer years to correct.'

Stimac sets World Cup qualification target, vows to resign if India fails

Stimac sets World Cup qualification target, vows to resign if India fails

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Stimac has prioritised qualification to the third round and secure a direct entry into the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

League Cup: City down Watford; Chelsea ride on Nkunku's hat-trick

League Cup: City down Watford; Chelsea ride on Nkunku's hat-trick

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Newcastle United's clash with AFC Wimbledon was postponed after flooding damaged the Wimbledon pitch on Monday.

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Is 40-year-old Chhetri India's ONLY hope?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

Sunil Chhetri's return from international retirement at 40 highlights the lack of quality strikers in Indian football.

'Losing stinks, and this one will linger for a while'

'Losing stinks, and this one will linger for a while'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Chhetri and BFC had lifted the ISL trophy in 2018-19 season with the talismanic striker as skipper.

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

This is the third time the country has qualified for the continental showpiece.

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

Will Hamza Choudhury trouble Chhetri and Co?

Will Hamza Choudhury trouble Chhetri and Co?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

The match against India on Tuesday, will be his first outing in a Bangladesh jersey.

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Let's support our Indian team!

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Let's support our Indian team!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

India head coach Igor Stimac on Monday stated that his team has a great deal to learn from their Tuesday 2026 FIFA World Cup round 2 qualifying encounter against Asian champions Qatar.

Soccer: Mumbai City FC go down in AFC Champions League

Soccer: Mumbai City FC go down in AFC Champions League

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

Indian football hero of '80s, Chibuzor dies

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Indian eves lose to Taipei

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Indian eves lose to Taipei

Rediff.com24 May 2013

The Indian women's football team put up a spirited fight but could not avoid their second consecutive loss, going down 1-2 to Chinese Taipei in a group D encounter of the AFC Women's Asian Cup (Qualifiers) at the Faisal Al Huseni Stadium in Ramallah, West Bank.

Jeje doubtful for AFC Challenge Cup

Jeje doubtful for AFC Challenge Cup

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

National football team striker Jeje Lalpekhlua has been advised eight-weeks rest and stays doubtful for India's campaign in the forthcoming AFC Challenge Cup to be held in Nepal.

India's AFC U-23 dreams crushed in devastating loss

India's AFC U-23 dreams crushed in devastating loss

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India finished at the bottom of Group G, having earlier lost to China 1-2.

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Furious Bagan slams physio over star player's injury

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Kuruniyan ACL tear sparks row, Mohun Bagan 'refuse' to release players for Asian Games

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

India's 2030 CWG bid: 'Is it to really develop sports or...?'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Edwin Moses questions India's intent to bid for 2030 CWG.

AFC Challenge Cup: India beat Pak

AFC Challenge Cup: India beat Pak

Rediff.com23 Mar 2011

India struck two late goals as they beat Pakistan 3-1 in their second league match of the 2012 AFC Challenge Cup qualifiers to book a place in the final round of the tournament, in Kuala Lumpur.

India's friendlies cancelled due to clash with SAFF Cup

India's friendlies cancelled due to clash with SAFF Cup

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Indian football team's hopes of rising in FIFA rankings have been dashed with cancellation of two international friendlies against Philippines and Malaysia owing to rescheduling of the SAFF Cup.

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.

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Are ISL Champions!

Mohun Bagan Super Giant Are ISL Champions!

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

MBSG have added the ISL trophy to their League Winners' Shield they had won earlier in the season for a ISL double.

Hyderabad FC sign teen prodigy Mohammed Kaif

Hyderabad FC sign teen prodigy Mohammed Kaif

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Born to former Santosh Trophy player Mohammed Sayeed, this transfer marks a significant milestone for the promising young talent from Makrana, Rajasthan.

Yamashita Returns to Qatar for Historic Role in Men's Asian Cup

Yamashita Returns to Qatar for Historic Role in Men's Asian Cup

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

The 24-team Asian Cup will unfold on the same grounds as the men's World Cup where Yamashita served as the fourth official for six group stage games. Her return to Qatar signals a significant progression in the inclusion of female referees in high-profile men's soccer tournaments.

How FIFA ban will hit Indian football

How FIFA ban will hit Indian football

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

While there is no imminent threat to the AFC Asian Cup participation by the senior men's team in late 2023 or early 2024, some of the games slated for clubs and age-group national teams in the next few months could well be a tricky terrain.