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AIFF charts 21-year roadmap for ISL, I-League

AIFF charts 21-year roadmap for ISL, I-League

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

As per a proposal by stakeholders, the 22-member governing council is likely to be headed by either the president of the AIFF, and it will be the highest supervisor body for the ISL.

Beat the heat! 2026 World Cup to have hydration breaks

Beat the heat! 2026 World Cup to have hydration breaks

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

World Cup matches to have mandatory hydration breaks in each half

Real Madrid down Betis as Garcia tricks

Real Madrid down Betis as Garcia tricks

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Real Madrid now have 45 points from 19 matches, second behind defending champions Barcelona.

From 102 to 142: Indian football hits new low

From 102 to 142: Indian football hits new low

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Indian football team drops six places to 142nd in FIFA rankings after 0-1 loss to Bangladesh

Vinicius Jr silences critics as Real Madrid rout Monaco

Vinicius Jr silences critics as Real Madrid rout Monaco

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

'The only thing I can do is on the pitch -- to give my all. I won't always be technically perfect, but I will always give 100% for the team.'

Teams That Have Qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Teams That Have Qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Here is the full list of teams that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.

Bayern's Lewandowski wins FIFA Best Player Award

Bayern's Lewandowski wins FIFA Best Player Award

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski was named The Best FIFA Men's Player 2020 on Thursday, beating off competition from last year's winner Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Indian football shake-up: ISL clubs want full control

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Friday formally proposed a fundamental restructuring of the country's top-tier professional football league, seeking perpetual operational and commercial rights for a club-owned league model while retaining the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as the sport's regulator.

India drawn with heavyweights at U20 Women's Asian Cup

India drawn with heavyweights at U20 Women's Asian Cup

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

The top two sides from each of the three groups, along with the two best third-placed teams, will progress to the quarter-finals.

The second smallest nation to qualify for FIFA World Cup

The second smallest nation to qualify for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Cape Verde rarely played international football some 25 years ago but now head to next year's finals in North America as one of the nine African representatives.

Unadkat Reveals Pujara's Fun Side: FIFA Battles, Silly Fights

Unadkat Reveals Pujara's Fun Side: FIFA Battles, Silly Fights

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement from Indian cricket on Sunday prompted an outpouring of tributes, none more heartfelt than Jaydev Unadkat's.

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Messi's Kerala visit in November postponed

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Messi's last visit with the Argentina team to India was back in 2011, when they faced Venezuela in a friendly match at Kolkata's iconic Salt Lake Stadium.

Big blow! India crash to lowest FIFA ranking in 9 years

Big blow! India crash to lowest FIFA ranking in 9 years

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Indian men's football team drops six places to 133rd in FIFA rankings, worst in nine years

Exiled Afghan women players seek FIFA recognition

Exiled Afghan women players seek FIFA recognition

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'If there is one thing that I would request from the athletes all around the world, it would be it is time that we unite together. And it's time that women support other women.'

Argentina still best in the world, says FIFA

Argentina still best in the world, says FIFA

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Reigning world champions Argentina have kept top spot in the final FIFA men's world ranking of 2024 for a second consecutive year, with no changes in the top 10 of the latest list published on Thursday.

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Can Super Cup lift gloom around Indian football?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

At a time when Indian football is seeking a radical overhaul, the Super Cup, starting in Goa from Saturday, could act as a catalyst for clubs to build their teams, prepare their players, get valuable match time, and keep their hopes of continental qualifications alive.

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'The AIFF has agreed that: It will conduct an open, competitive and transparent tender (or equivalent process) for selection of a commercial partner to conduct the ISL in line with global best practices.'

No end to ISL stalemate! SC reserves order on MRA row

No end to ISL stalemate! SC reserves order on MRA row

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court on Monday reserved its order on issues pertaining to the renewal of the master rights agreement, which is necessary for holding Indian Super League (ISL) football matches this season.

Messi deserved to win FIFA's best player award: Barca coach

Messi deserved to win FIFA's best player award: Barca coach

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

'It's a prize that's called The Best and the guy who is, for us, the best player in the world wasn't there.'

'Indian football should look at Uzbekistan, Jordan'

'Indian football should look at Uzbekistan, Jordan'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Bhutia calls for systemic overhaul, urges India to follow Asian football models

'Focus on own game' as India face Tajikistan in CAFA Nations Cup

'Focus on own game' as India face Tajikistan in CAFA Nations Cup

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'Yes, this is an away game against a good team, but we have to prepare accordingly and think only of one thing -- a positive result.'

AIFF floats tender for picking commercial partner

AIFF floats tender for picking commercial partner

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

AIFF invites bids from consulting firms to manage process of awarding commercial rights.

Inspired by Sachin, fearless Sharafu is UAE's shining hope

Inspired by Sachin, fearless Sharafu is UAE's shining hope

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'Everyone wants to be the best in the country. I would like to be someone the team can depend on to win games. That is what I want to be known for.'

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

CAFA Nations: India ready for tricky Afghan challenge

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

India eye victory against Afghanistan in push for CAFA Nations Cup play-offs

Three-member panel to select AIFF's new commercial partner

Three-member panel to select AIFF's new commercial partner

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

The All-India Football Federation has formed a three-member committee, headed by former judge Justice L Nageswara Rao, to oversee the entire tender process for selecting its new commercial partner, as per a directive from the Supreme Court.

'India can reach top-50 of FIFA rankings in next 10 years'

'India can reach top-50 of FIFA rankings in next 10 years'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

India can break into the top-50 in the FIFA rankings in the next 10 years, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said.

Messi's Inter Miami to feature in FIFA Club World Cup

Messi's Inter Miami to feature in FIFA Club World Cup

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Lionel Messi and Major League Soccer's Inter Miami were awarded a spot in next year's 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday and will host the opening game of the 32-team tournament featuring top clubs from around the world.

Jamil banks on fresh faces as India miss key players

Jamil banks on fresh faces as India miss key players

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

There are four first-timers in Jamil's camp of 25 players -- defenders Alex Saji, Sunil Benchamin, Muhammed Uvais, and forward Manvir Singh.

PIX: Cole-Blooded! Palmer Freezes Out PSG at CWC

PIX: Cole-Blooded! Palmer Freezes Out PSG at CWC

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

In front of a tournament-high crowd of 81,188 at MetLife Stadium that included US President Donald Trump, Chelsea triumphed to bag the biggest club title.

Players not disturbed by ISL troubles, says Jamil

Players not disturbed by ISL troubles, says Jamil

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'They know that when they go inside (the pitch), they have a job to do. So, there is no excuse.'

How Chelsea's 'Ice-Cole' effect destroyed PSG...

How Chelsea's 'Ice-Cole' effect destroyed PSG...

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Cole Palmer lives up to his nickname in a scorching Club World Cup final on Sunday, scoring twice in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Paris St Germain on another broiling day at MetLife Stadium.

'Longstanding demand met,' Patel on Sports Bill

'Longstanding demand met,' Patel on Sports Bill

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Patel emphasised that one of the most important features of the bill is the establishment of a dedicated tribunal for resolving disputes, reducing the burden on the judiciary and ensuring quicker justice.

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Huge prize pot for revamped Club World Cup champions

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Numerous players and coaches, including England captain Harry Kane, have voiced concern over player welfare with the revamped Club World Cup meaning less time off between seasons.

Modric to leave Real Madrid after Club World Cup

Modric to leave Real Madrid after Club World Cup

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Luka Modric has played almost 600 games for Real and won nearly 30 trophies including a record six Champions League titles and four LaLiga trophies.

PIX: Real Madrid edge Juventus to reach Club World Cup last 8

PIX: Real Madrid edge Juventus to reach Club World Cup last 8

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Real Madrid hit their stride at the Club World Cup on Tuesday, edging Juventus 1-0 to reach the quarter-finals thanks to a second-half strike from academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia.

India pooled along Qatar, Bahrain for U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

India pooled along Qatar, Bahrain for U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Qatar, the highest-seeded team among the four, will host Group H, with the matches slated to be played between September 1 to 9.

Big Upsets! Man City, Inter Milan knocked out of Club World Cup

Big Upsets! Man City, Inter Milan knocked out of Club World Cup

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal stunned Manchester City 4-3 in extra-time in Orlando on Monday to pull off one of the shocks of the Club World Cup.

Ronaldo snubs Club World Cup, confirms he's not going

Ronaldo snubs Club World Cup, confirms he's not going

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Al-Nassr and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo said on Saturday he did not plan to play at the Club World Cup in the United States, despite being courted by clubs participating in the expanded 32-team tournament.

PIX: PSG crush Messi's Miami in Club World Cup; Bayern tame Flamengo

PIX: PSG crush Messi's Miami in Club World Cup; Bayern tame Flamengo

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Joao Neves scored twice as Paris St Germain swept aside Lionel Messi's Inter Miami 4-0 at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium to secure their place in the Club World Cup quarter-finals.

Club World Cup: Boca Juniors hold Benfica; Flamengo win

Club World Cup: Boca Juniors hold Benfica; Flamengo win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Miami's Hard Rock Stadium was awash in Argentine passion as Boca Juniors fans turned it into a little Buenos Aires for their team's 2-2 draw with Benfica on Monday.