After marathon meetings with stakeholders, Mandaviya promises end to Indian football "stalemate"
There will be a lot of excitement in the theatres in December but OTT entertainment looks good too.
The NPA office bearers will include a chairperson, treasurer and a secretary. A minimum of one office bearer in the NPA board shall be a woman, as per the AIFF Constitution.
From Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic first IPL title to star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally breaking the iconic 90-meter mark to India women winning their first cricket World Cup, this was the year of long-awaited victories and record-breaking feats.
The tenth edition of the National Football League, featuring the ten best teams of the country, kicks-off on, January 10.
India thus topped the list for a third consecutive year, something that might hurt its chances when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) evaluates its bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games in the near future.
A Lingerie Football League is being set up in the US following the success of the Super Bowl's half-time Lingerie Bowl show.
Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF
The mystery spinner even has a YouTube channel dedicated to football discussions.
13 clubs have confirmed for truncated ISL, AIFF hoping for Odisha FC to join: sources
A penalty from Kylian Mbappe in the 10th minute of stoppage time rescued Real Madrid, giving them an agonising 2-1 victory over local rivals Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga.
Isak's record Liverpool move caps Premier League's 3 billion transfer frenzy
Between 9 and 13 December, the Argentina Football Fans Club of Kolkata is turning Aikatan, a cultural hub just a short walk from Salt Lake Stadium, into a full-blown Messi fan zone, drenched in Argentina's blue and white.
Bury, one of English football's oldest clubs, were expelled from the Football League (EFL) on Tuesday after failing to resolve their financial problems or find a new buyer, the EFL said in a statement.
A 3-0 victory over Indian Bank assured them the crown with two rounds to go.\n\n
Urban Negi, a highly-rated nine-year-old Indian-origin footballer, has signed with Everton FC's Under-9 Youth Academy.
AIFF for "flexible" approach during Sports Minister Mandaviya's meeting with football stakeholders.
IFA Shield Final: Mohun Bagan set up third Kolkata derby in three months after win over United SC
No headway in meeting between AIFF and FSDL
GFA shoots down AFC claim, says no evidence
The move follows an online meeting held earlier this week, where captains discussed the growing uncertainty surrounding the paused ISL season.
Captain Dangmei Grace struck a brace as Sreebhumi FC registered a resounding 4-0 win over Gokulam Kerala FC in an Indian Women's League match, in Kalyani, on Wednesday.
A deafening roar at Twickenham capped a 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup that smashed attendance records, while India's first Women's Cricket World Cup triumph sparked nationwide celebrations.
Nottingham Forest, who finished seventh in the Premier League last season, will replace Palace in the Europa League.
Satadru Dutta's rise was swift and ambitious. But that journey took a dramatic nosedive on Saturday.
Dembele was able to attend the ceremony, as he was already in Qatar for Wednesday's Intercontinental Cup final where PSG take on Flamengo.
The Mariners had successfully defended their ISL Shield to book a direct berth in ACL 2, finishing eight points clear of FC Goa.
Lots to look forward to in Indian sports as packed 2026 calender awaits
The 11th edition of India's premier football league gets underway with inaugural champions JCT Mills taking on dark horses Mohammedan Sporting on Friday.
After Saturday's 2-1 win at Chelsea - their 12th in 13 league matches - Aston Villa have claimed 18 points from losing positions so far this season, more than any other team.
The development comes as the AIFF looks to redefine its commercial framework for the ISL, India's top-tier football competition, after the conclusion of its previous agreement cycle.
Sunil Chhetri said the current state of uncertainty in Indian football is very concerning and the sport's ecosystem is 'worried, hurt, and scared' by the top-tier ISL being put on hold indefinitely.
Manchester City maintained their squeeze on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Sunday, a result that keeps Pep Guardiola's side lurking two points behind the leaders and ready to pounce.
News of all that's transpired on and off the football field
AIFF's RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system
Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is not scheduled to play serious football on the 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant pulled out of their Tuesday's match against Isfahan after their six foreign players declined to travel to Iran following "advisories from their respective countries".
SC-appointed Justice Rao recommends striking balance between AIFF autonomy and bidders' interests
India's top-tier football league can no longer be owned or operated by private players as per the AIFF's new Constitution approved by the Supreme Court, which mandated the sport's apex body to take sole ownership of the product.
Mouth-watering matches lined up as PSG to face Bayern and Barcelona in Champions League opening stage.
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