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India lifted its seventh SAFF Under-17 Championship title in Colombo, with head coach Bibiano Fernandes securing his fifth SAFF crown. The Goan tactician’s journey reflects a commitment to process-driven coaching and youth development. His philosophy, rooted in realism and match-day readiness, continues to shape the future of Indian football.

Khalid Jamil begins his tenure as India’s head coach, stressing unity and preparation ahead of the CAFA Nations Cup, while keeping focus on the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers and future team building

Sreenidi Deccan FC has signed midfielder Lalthankhuma from Aizawl FC for the upcoming season. The 24-year-old has made 35 I-League appearances, contributing two goals and one assist, and brings energy and composure to strengthen the Deccan Warriors’ midfield

Hindustan Zinc Limited launches Zinc Football Girls Academy in Udaipur, in collaboration with AIFF, aiming to empower young girls through football and education, with plans to expand over the next 12-18 months

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey responded to Baichung Bhutia’s criticism by inviting him to contribute constructively at the July 2 executive meeting, stressing collaboration for Indian football’s growth

All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey has strongly denied accusations of corruption that have been made against India’s football governing body

The 0–2 loss against Thailand was somewhat of a bitter pill to swallow for the Blue Tigers at the Thammasat Stadium in Thailand on Wednesday

Hyderabad FC's move to Delhi disappoints local football stalwarts Shabbir Ali and Victor Amalraj. The decision is a blow to Telangana's young talent, diminishing their ISL dreams and Hyderabad's football legacy felt many

Afzal, a member of the 1962 Asian Games gold medal-winning football team, is a product of legendary football coach from the city, SA Rahim

As part of the 'Dream Again' initiative by Dream Sports Foundation, the week-long U-17 football tournament included four specialized workshops focused on different facets of football development.

Indian Arrows Women Juniors suffered its first loss in the Indian Women's League-2, going 0-1 against Group B hosts Roots FC at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru

The Eagles of Qasioun register a 3-0 victory over the Blue Tigers in Hyderabad on Monday as Marquez's India era off to a rocky start.

Simon Sundararaj scored a goal against Peru in the 1960 Rome Olympics – India’s last goal scorer. Six decades, 15 Olympics and 15 World Cups later, India awaits to replicate his momentous feat

Hyderabad: In a bid to produce top international strikers, the Football Plus Soccer Academy, in association with PUMA, launched the International Strikers’ Academy in India on Wednesday. The idea was born to improve the standard and quality of Indian football by giving a Spanish touch. Players from the age group of 13 years can participate […]

Hyderabad: Sports Authority of Telangana State (SATS) chairman A Venkateshwar Reddy remembered former Olympian and Dhyan Chand awardee Syed Shahid Hakim who passed away recently. A condolence meeting was arranged in the city on Sunday and the SATS chief recalled Hakim’s services to the sport of football. Hakim, son of late legendary football coach SS […]

The tournament, now in its 130th edition was first held in the Mecca of Indian football back in 2019, after moving from its longtime venue at Delhi.

Son of legendary coach late Rahim, he was a member of the Indian squad that competed in the 1960 Olympics

Chhetri went past Argentine maestro Lionel Messi as the second most prolific scorer among active footballers with his 74th strike for the country in his 117th match.

Say he is an inspiration to current crop of players

New Delhi: Genuine apprehensions preceded the kick-off, but many months, matches and competitions later, the All India Football Federation’s Covid-19 bio-bubble remains as impregnable as ever. It’s proud general secretary, Kushal Das, feels their model could be used as a case study for institutions and international sports federations which have seen their bio-bubble being breached by […]