The Indian men's U-23 team suffered a heartbreaking 2-3 defeat against Tajikistan in a thrilling international friendly at the TALCO Arena in Tursunzoda on Wednesday.
Kuruniyan ACL tear sparks row, Mohun Bagan 'refuse' to release players for Asian Games
Twelve Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Thursday urged the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to amend the "commercially restrictive" clauses of its constitution during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 20, in another reminder that the domestic game may collapse if immediate steps are not taken.
If all goes well, the new season of ISL may start in the first week of February.
Chennaiyin FC secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Punjab FC in the Indian Super League, with Daniel Chima Chukwu's late strike proving decisive.
There are four first-timers in Jamil's camp of 25 players -- defenders Alex Saji, Sunil Benchamin, Muhammed Uvais, and forward Manvir Singh.
Mohun Bagan beat East Bengal 1-0 to win Durand Cup title for first time after 23 years
Twelve Indian Super League clubs have accused the All India Football Federation of retaining a surplus from the current season, despite promising not to profit from the league.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant remain unbeaten at home with a 2-0 win over FC Goa
AIFF waiting for AFC response over continental slots for ISL clubs in case of fewer matches
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75, wishes poured in from across the country, with sporting icons Gautam Gambhir, R Praggnanandhaa, and Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker sending their heartfelt messages.
LSG players are donning green and maroon jersey, inspired by Kolkata football giants Mohun Bagan.
Grappling with unprecedented uncertainty over the fate of the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season, the AIFF on Saturday moved in to "calm" fears among its referees, assuring them that their contracts will be renewed "as per established procedure."
The technical committee of the AIFF, headed by former captain IM Vijayan, will meet on Wednesday to shortlist the candidates for the appointment of the head coach of the senior men's national team after the federation received 170 applications for the vacant post.
Notice for ticket holders ahead of Durand Cup semis Kolkata
FC Goa held total control over this game, keeping 58.6% of the possession and taking eight shots on target as opposed to none of Chennaiyin FC.
The squad announcement also marks the return of East Bengal's dependable central defender Anwar Ali, who had been sidelined since February due to a hamstring injury. He last featured in competitive action against Bengaluru FC in the ISL.
AIFF proposes Super Cup from second or third week of September, doubts remain over ISL
ISL clubs warn AIFF of possibility of their shutting down entirely if current impasse not resolved
Punjab FC ended their seven-game winless streak in the Indian Super League (ISL) with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Bengaluru FC.
AIFF top brass to meet eight ISL club CEOs on Aug 7 to discuss their concerns
'Whatever goals I have scored are because of the team I have played with'
With just two points from three games and placed third place in the group, India have no room for error as only the top team can advance.
Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is not scheduled to play serious football on the 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.
Albie and Morne Morkel find themselves in rival dugouts as South Africa face India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash.
Hyderabad FC score in dying minutes to salvage 1-1 draw against EBFC
Karanjit Singh signs one-year contract extension with Kerala Blasters FC
Current situation risks rendering ongoing operations untenable: ISL clubs to AIFF
NEUFC are the fourth highest scoring teams with 42 strikes.
Indian club football appeared to be in complete crisis as Chennaiyin FC on Wednesday suspended their operations in view of the uncertainty surrounding the Indian Super League (ISL), days after Bengaluru FC and Odisha FC decided to stop paying salaries to their first-team players and staff.
Majority of state units favour dual posts, AIFF calls SGM on Nov 24 to vote on matter
10 ISL clubs slam AIFF for delay in tender process, allege "breach of trust"
Mohun Bagan and East Bengal are likely to play in the Indian Super League from the 2019-20 season, according to officials.
'They know that when they go inside (the pitch), they have a job to do. So, there is no excuse.'
India defender Pritam Kotal joins the Marina Machans
'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.'
Late strikes by Pintu Mahata and Sreyas V G ensured Indian Navy FT bounce back from a one-goal deficit to overcome local side TRAU FC 2-1 and book their spot in the quarterfinals of the 134th Durand Cup in Imphal on Tuesday.
AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey admitted that club football 'is going through crisis' due to the uncertainty over the future of the country's top-tier league ISL and said a collective effort is needed to tide over it.
The Blues will look to bounce back and stay in the hunt for the first spot, though they now trail the top-placed Mohun Bagan Super Giant (36) by eight points (28), slightly undoing their impressive run in the earlier parts of the season.
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear on August 22 a matter involving a row between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) over the fate of 11 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs due to the non-renewal of their contracts with the national federation and the tournament's organisers.
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