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I-League kicks off amid broadcast drama

I-League kicks off amid broadcast drama

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The clubs have agreed to pay 50 per cent to Sony to cover the broadcast cost, apart from the Rs 7 lakh entry fee.

Super Cup: FC Goa set up epic battle with Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Super Cup: FC Goa set up epic battle with Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) defeated Kerala Blasters 2-1 to advance to the Super Cup semifinals.

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.

AIFF elections: Valanka Alemao's nomination rejected

AIFF elections: Valanka Alemao's nomination rejected

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

AIFF elections returning officer rejects nomination papers of two presidential candidates

I-League: SC Bengaluru see off Real Kashmir to bag full points

I-League: SC Bengaluru see off Real Kashmir to bag full points

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The win enabled SC Bengaluru leapfrog Aizawl FC into 10th place with 20 points from 19 matches, and pushed them out of the relegation zone. Real Kashmir, meanwhile, stay third with 32 points from as many games.

Why AIFF withdrew bid to host AFC Asian Cup

Why AIFF withdrew bid to host AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

New AIFF boss focuses on grassroots and youth development than hosting big events.

AIFF requests FIFA to lift ban after SC verdict

AIFF requests FIFA to lift ban after SC verdict

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

The top court also postponed the August 28 elections of the AIFF by one week to allow a changed electoral college and the start of the nomination process.

Why Bhutia is considering legal action against AIFF

Why Bhutia is considering legal action against AIFF

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Monday said he might explore legal options after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) turned down his request for a discussion on the appointment of Shaji Prabhakaran as secretary general.

'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.

AIFF to make refereeing a full-time profession

AIFF to make refereeing a full-time profession

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

"The remuneration of a referee per match is very low. In state leagues, a referee gets Rs 2500 to Rs 5000, and in national leagues from Rs 8000 to Rs 10,000. This comes up to Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh a year, which is insufficient for a referee to maintain his family by doing refereeing only.

Football legend Bhutia for AIFF president's post?

Football legend Bhutia for AIFF president's post?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

'If a player of the status of Bhaichung is nominated for the post of president of the AIFF, it will be a good thing'

Santosh Trophy: Odisha stun Goa, Delhi dominate

Santosh Trophy: Odisha stun Goa, Delhi dominate

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Rahul Mukhi (60th minute) and Kartik Hantal (64th) struck in the second half as Odisha bounced back from their previous match defeat against Delhi.

Last-minute thriller! Bengal stun Kerala to lift 33rd Santosh Trophy!

Last-minute thriller! Bengal stun Kerala to lift 33rd Santosh Trophy!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Robi Hansda scored the only goal of the match in the added-time of the second half at the GMC Balayogi Athletic Stadium.

AIFF new boss wants Santosh Trophy in Saudi

AIFF new boss wants Santosh Trophy in Saudi

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

Either Jeddah or Riyadh will host Santosh knockouts for 3 years, says AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

I-League: Late surge enables Delhi FC to beat Lajong

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Delhi FC secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Shillong Lajong in round six of the I-League 2024-25 at Mahilpur on Thursday.

Santosh Trophy: Bengal beat Rajasthan to secure QF spot

Santosh Trophy: Bengal beat Rajasthan to secure QF spot

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

West Bengal beat Rajasthan 2-0 to secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the 78th Senior National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy in Hyderabad on Wednesday.

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

SC postpones AIFF elections by one week

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

SC hands back AIFF's day-to-day management to federation's administration

Did AIFF hire astrologer to change team's fortune?

Did AIFF hire astrologer to change team's fortune?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

'The CoA (which is running the show in AIFF after the suspension of president Praful Patel) must go deep into this appalling incident and find out who all are responsible behind it. There are many scams waiting to see the light of the day.'

History made with Bala Devi's 50th goal

History made with Bala Devi's 50th goal

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Bala Devi becomes first Indian woman to score 50 international goals

Santosh Trophy: West Bengal, Kerala set to clash for glory

Santosh Trophy: West Bengal, Kerala set to clash for glory

Rediff.com29 Dec 2024

West Bengal edged past defending champions Services 4-2 to enter the final of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy

More trouble for former AIFF chief Patel

More trouble for former AIFF chief Patel

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

CoA files contempt petition against Praful Patel, pleads to bar him from football-related activities.

AIFF to provide Rs 24 lakh financial aid to states

AIFF to provide Rs 24 lakh financial aid to states

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

The executive committee approved a few suggestions that were earlier forwarded to it by the competitions committee, the first of which was concerning the senior men's national football championship for Santosh Trophy.

FIFA tells AIFF to hold elections to avoid ban

FIFA tells AIFF to hold elections to avoid ban

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

FIFA has told India's football association to complete changes to its constitution

I-League: Churchill beat rivals Dempo to claim top spot

I-League: Churchill beat rivals Dempo to claim top spot

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

In their first I-League clash in over a decade, Churchill Brothers defeated their Goan rivals Dempo Sports Club 2-0 at the Raia Stadium on Wednesday.

New AIFF president will not 'sell dreams'

New AIFF president will not 'sell dreams'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Chaubey, a former goalkeeper for big clubs like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, welcomed Bhutia in the executive committee as a co-opted member.

Chennaiyin FC bolster defence with new signing

Chennaiyin FC bolster defence with new signing

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

India defender Pritam Kotal joins the Marina Machans

Santosh Trophy: In-form Kerala continue dream run

Santosh Trophy: In-form Kerala continue dream run

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Kerala continued their perfect run in Group B with a 2-0 win over Odisha, cementing their position at the top of the Group B table with nine points from three matches in the final round of the Santosh Trophy here on Thursday.

Indian football gets new leader with focus on quality

Indian football gets new leader with focus on quality

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Priority will be improvement in quality of football: AIFF's new secretary general

AIFF offers India coach a new deal...with a warning

AIFF offers India coach a new deal...with a warning

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

The benchmark for the Croatian former World Cupper may seem to be a bit high but Prabhakaran said it was "the technical committee's decision and is endorsed by the executive committee."

Santosh Trophy: J&K advance to quarters

Santosh Trophy: J&K advance to quarters

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Jammu and Kashmir sealed their quarter-final spot in the 78th Senior Men's National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy

Ashalata Devi set for rare century in Indian football

Ashalata Devi set for rare century in Indian football

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Captain Ashalata Devi will become the first Indian woman footballer to play 100 international matches when she takes the field in the SAFF Championship opening match against Pakistan in Kathmandu on Thursday.

Santosh Trophy returns to Hyderabad after 57 years!

Santosh Trophy returns to Hyderabad after 57 years!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Hyderabad will host the final rounds of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy for the first time in 57 years, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday.

Women's football coach suspended for 'misconduct'; AIFF general sec resigns

Women's football coach suspended for 'misconduct'; AIFF general sec resigns

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Head coach Thomas Dennerby was a witness to the 'incident' and it was he, who immediately informed the AIFF.

Spaniard Marquez new Indian football team coach

Spaniard Marquez new Indian football team coach

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Spaniard Manolo Marquez is the head coach of ISL team Indian Super League side FC Goa.

FIFA lifts AIFF suspension; U-17 WC to go ahead as planned

FIFA lifts AIFF suspension; U-17 WC to go ahead as planned

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2021 scheduled to take place on 11-30 October 2022 will be held in India as planned.

SAFF Cup: India lose to Nepal in chaotic encounter

SAFF Cup: India lose to Nepal in chaotic encounter

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

India crashed out of the SAFF Women's Championship as they lost to Nepal 2-4 in penalty shootout in the semifinal match marred by utter confusion after the home side held up play for more than one hour in protest against a decision of the referee, in Kathmandu on Sunday.

Bhutia urges ISL, I-League to 'invest in grassroots'

Bhutia urges ISL, I-League to 'invest in grassroots'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

'Today, U20 players are losing to Bangladesh, not qualifying for the Asia Cup. We can't expect miracles from the senior team. We need to really work at the ground level. The important thing for the AIFF is to bring as many kids as possible to play.'

Bengal beat Odisha to enter Santosh Trophy semis

Bengal beat Odisha to enter Santosh Trophy semis

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

West Bengal defeated neighbours Odisha 3-1 to qualify for the semifinals of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Vijayan's advice to Bhutia after defeat in AIFF polls

Vijayan's advice to Bhutia after defeat in AIFF polls

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Bhutia lost the election for the AIFF president's post by a big margin of 33-1 to former goalkeeper Kalyan Chaubey.

Santosh Trophy: Meghalaya beat Goa to book quarters spot

Santosh Trophy: Meghalaya beat Goa to book quarters spot

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

Damanbhalang Chyne converted a late penalty as Meghalaya edged Goa 1-0 to secure a quarter-final berth in the 78th Senior Men's National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy in Hyderabad on Sunday.