Doordarshan has been announced as the official broadcast partner for the Indian Football League 2025-26, with matches airing on DD Sports and streaming on the Waves App.
Chanmari FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Marlon Rangel and Lalruatsanga. Marius Bedzigui scored for Real Kashmir, but it wasn't enough to overcome Chanmari's lead.
The I-League, the country's second-tier football competition, will be restructured and rechristened as Indian Football League (IFL).
Namdhari Sports Club secured their first win of the season against Real Kashmir FC, while Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Dempo SC in other I-League action.
Namdhari FC secured a 3-0 victory against Real Kashmir FC in the Indian Football League, boosting their survival hopes. Goals from Manvir Singh, Manish Chaudhary, and Najib Fuseini Ibrahim sealed the win, while Real Kashmir were reduced to 10 men after a red card.
Shillong Lajong FC defeated Chanmari FC 2-1, with Phrangki Buam scoring twice, to move to the top of the Indian Football League table.
Chanmari FC secured a 2-0 victory against Dempo SC in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Lalruatsanga and Jota. The win moved Chanmari to fifth place, while Dempo dropped to sixth.
Gokulam Kerala FC secured their first win of the IFL season with a 2-0 victory over Dempo SC, thanks to goals from Moses Lalrinzuala and Mirjalol Kasimov.
Karnataka defeated Punjab in a penalty shootout to win the U13 ASMITA National Football League title after a 1-1 draw.
Kerala Blasters have appointed Ashley Westwood as their new head coach until the end of the current Indian Super League season, replacing David Catala.
Diamond Harbour FC secured the Indian Football League (IFL) title in their debut season, drawing 1-1 with Dempo SC and earning promotion to the Indian Super League (ISL).
Sreenidi Deccan FC defeated Chanmari FC 2-1 in a closely contested Indian Football League match, maintaining their chances of winning the title.
Jai Saxena is set to create history as the first footballer of full Indian heritage to play an AFL game.
India's football faces a setback as it receives only one play-off slot for the 2027-28 AFC Challenge League, the third tier of Asia's club structure, due to administrative issues and declining performance.
Staring at a permanent paralysis: Indian footballers urge FIFA intervention on ISL
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.
Delhi Football Club and FC Bengaluru United have secured promotion to the I-League after drawing their respective matches in the I-League 2. Delhi FC drew 1-1 with United SC, while FC Bengaluru United also drew 1-1 with GMSC, Mumbai.
Diamond Harbour FC defeated Gokulam Kerala FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League, solidifying their position at the top of the table and pushing Gokulam Kerala closer to relegation.
Sreenidi Deccan FC fought back to secure a 1-1 draw against Dempo Sports Club in an Indian Football League match, with Hadi Idrissou's second-half goal cancelling out Marcus Joseph's early opener.
Indian men's football team captain Sandesh Jhingan on Wednesday questioned the logic of spending crores on Lionel Messi's high-profile 'GOAT Tour', saying the extravagance has forced him to think if anyone is really concerned about investing in Indian football, which has effectively come to a standstill.
East Bengal FC emerged victorious in the Indian Super League, securing their first-ever title after a 22-year drought, defeating Inter Kashi 2-1 in a thrilling encounter.
The Indian men's senior football team and their head coach were denied entry to a press conference at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi due to a payment dispute between the Kerala Football Association and the stadium owners.
Aizawl FC secured their first victory of the Indian Football League 2025-26 season by defeating Rajasthan United FC 3-1. Zomuasanga opened the scoring, followed by goals from Vincent Lalduhawma and Lalhriatpuia, while Pedro Astray scored for Rajasthan United. Gokulam Kerala FC and Chanmari FC are set to play their respective matches on Saturday.
Diamond Harbour FC defeated Real Kashmir FC 2-1 in an Indian Football League match, with goals from Hugo Diaz and Sunday Kolawole.
Aizawl FC displayed spirited performance to hold Sreenidi Deccan FC to a 1-1 draw in an Indian Football League match.
At a time when Indian football is staring at unprecedented uncertainty with its domestic season in limbo, the Asian Football Confederation on Wednesday delivered a triple blow to the country's top club
The Indian Super League title race is heading for a dramatic finale with five teams, including Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC, still in contention.
Indian football remained in a state of terminal decline after experiencing arguably its darkest phase in a year marked by severe administrative crisis, court hearings, financial issues, absence of domestic leagues, and a steep decline in performance of the senior men's team.
East Bengal FC secured their first Indian Super League title, ending a 22-year drought with a 2-1 victory over Inter Kashi, sparking jubilant celebrations among fans.
Bhutia calls for systemic overhaul, urges India to follow Asian football models
Diamond Harbour FC recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Rajasthan United FC 5-2 in the Indian Football League Championship, strengthening their position at the top of the table.
Dempo SC defeated Aizawl FC 3-0 in an Indian Football League match, securing their second consecutive victory.
Concerned about Indian football's "decline for many years", East Bengal, one of the country's oldest clubs, on Thursday sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's urgent intervention to address the "unprecedented crisis"
A goal scored under soccer's experimental 'daylight' offside rule was allowed for the first time in a professional match in the Canadian Premier League.
East Bengal ended a 22-year wait to win the national league crown, defeating Inter Kashi in a thrilling final. Under coach Oscar Bruzon, the team overcame early setbacks and showed resilience to secure the title, marking a defining moment for the club and Indian football.
India have slumped to 142 in the FIFA rankings -- their lowest in nearly a decade.
India's distressed football players issued a joint statement on Tuesday pleading with the administrators to get the currently paused Indian Super League (ISL) season underway.
East Bengal FC continued their dominant run in the Indian Women's League with a 2-1 victory over Gokulam Kerala FC. Other matches saw SETHU FC triumph over Sribhumi FC, and Kickstart FC, Karnataka outclass SESA Football Academy.
Shillong Lajong FC defeated Namdhari FC 2-0 in the Indian Football League, thanks to goals from Everbrightson Sana and Ephraim Lalremtluanga.
Seven Indian Super League clubs, including East Bengal, were granted the AIFF Club Licensing Premier 1 licence with sanctions for the 2026-27 season, while applications of several top-flight sides, including Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Kerala Blasters FC, were rejected.
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