Football

Punjab FC is building India’s next football stars from ground up

Punjab FC's Youth Program is doing something few professional sports clubs in India have dared to attempt by investing deeply in developing footballers from the grassroots level and nurturing young talent with world-class coaching, facilities and education.

2025-08-06T08:58:12.910712+00:00 IST

“Biggest challenge of my career”: Granit Xhaka opens up

"I love challenges, and this is a big one--perhaps the biggest of my career so far. I've taken it on, I'm here now, and I want to prove myself day by day, weekend by weekend on the pitch," he noted.

2025-08-06T08:49:00.670730+00:00 IST

Indonesia first on India's crosshairs in AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

India will kick off their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026 Qualifiers campaign in Group D against Indonesia on Wednesday at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon, with kickoff scheduled for 18:00 IST.

2025-08-06T08:48:19.566209+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad to host AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in November

India will be one of the seven hosts of the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled to be played from November 22 to 30, 2025. All matches in India will be held at The Arena in Ahmedabad. The official draw for the qualifiers is set to be held on August 7, 2025.

2025-08-06T03:40:53.589911+00:00 IST

Yasa's goal secures narrow 1-0 win for Malaysian Armed Forces

A second-half strike by forward Nasir Yasa proved to be the difference as Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) FT edged past homeside Rangdajied United FC (RUFC) 1-0 in a tightly contested Group F match of the 134th Durand Cup, which was played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

2025-08-05T18:11:23.316232+00:00 IST

Indian Army FT secures narrow 1-0 win against resilient Tribhuvan

P. Christopher Kamei's solitary first-half strike ensured Indian Army FT edged past a resilient ten-man Tribhuvan Army FC in a Group C fixture of the 134th Durand Cup, which was played here at the JRD Tata Sports Complex.

2025-08-05T18:00:42.569837+00:00 IST

Indian Super League: Best Brazilian XI in League's history

Brazil's bond with football is deep and everlasting. Famous for their flair, skill, and unmatched love for the game, Brazilian players always bring a special charm to the pitch and the Indian Super League (ISL) has witnessed this magic time and again, according to the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-08-05T02:55:46.188739+00:00 IST

Khalid Jamil: The quiet achiever of Indian Football

Khalid Jamil has always taken the tough path in Indian football. Calm, soft-spoken, and never one to chase the spotlight, he has made a name for himself not through hype, but through consistent results. From guiding Mumbai FC through steady seasons to scripting a fairy-tale I-League win with Aizawl FC, from handling the pressure of coaching Kolkata giants to breaking new ground in the Indian Super League (ISL), Jamil's coaching journey has been all about hard work and belief, as per the official website of the ISL.

2025-08-05T02:39:40.175507+00:00 IST

Bengaluru FC "indefinitely" suspends salaries of players, staff

Indian Super League (ISL) outfit Bengaluru FC released a statement to confirm that they have suspended the salaries of players and staff members due to the "uncertainty" surrounding the future of the tournament.

2025-08-04T20:58:09.919942+00:00 IST

AIFF officials to meet eight ISL club owners on Thursday

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced that a meeting has been scheduled with CEOs from eight Indian Super League (ISL) clubs for Thursday in the national capital to discuss the onoing issue with the nation's top-tier football tournament.

2025-08-04T20:27:07.130787+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan Super Giant cruise to 4-0 win

Three goals in the second half and a solitary strike in the first ensured Mohun Bagan Super Giant secure a comfortable 4-0 victory over Border Security Force Football Team (BSF FT) for their second consecutive victory in the Group B fixture of the 134th Durand Cup, which was played here at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan.

2025-08-04T17:24:13.013923+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir FC edge past TRAU FC 2-1

Earlier, the match came alive with two quickfire goals in the 24th and 26th minutes, first from Real Kashmir's Marat Tareck and then TRAU's Afridi Buyamayum, setting the tone for a fiercely contested battle in front of over 20,000 fans in attendance. But it was Rohen's 64th-minute rocket from outside the box that ultimately sealed the deal for the Snow Leopards, clinching three vital points, despite a spirited fight from the home side, as per a press release.

2025-08-04T16:23:41.255523+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Real Kashmir, TRAU look for 1st win; MBSG their 2nd

Matchday 12 of the 134th Durand Cup on Monday features two more group matches, with local favourites TRAU FC clashing with Real Kashmir FC in Imphal, followed by the other home favourite, Mohun Bagan Super Giants, taking on the Border Security Force Football Team (BSF FT) in Kolkata

2025-08-04T07:38:35.892856+00:00 IST

Punjab FC start their Durand Cup campaign withvictory

Punjab FC began their Durand Cup campaign with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC (KAMSFC), here at the SAI Stadium.

2025-08-03T18:40:21.337567+00:00 IST

Manchester United boss Amorim addresses Garnacho's future

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim classified young winger Alejandro Garnacho as a "really talented" player but admitted that things haven't worked out for him at Old Trafford.

2025-08-03T17:23:40.695001+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Namdhari FC continue winning run with 4-2 win

Samuel K opened the scoring for the Airmen in the 7th minute, but the I-League side responded with goals from Cledson Dasilva (penalty, 37'), Amandeep Singh (45'), and second-half strikes from Dharmpreet Singh (60') and substitute Seilenthang Lotjem (74') to secure all three points. Despite a late goal from Sankit in the 78th minute, the Airmen could not mount a comeback, as per a press release.

2025-08-03T15:56:23.338382+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2025: Mohun Bagan Super Giant eye second win against BSF FT

After a commanding win in the Kolkata Derby against Mohammedan SC, the Mariners will be eager to keep the momentum going.

2025-08-03T10:38:27.568859+00:00 IST

1 Ladakh FC earn point in Durand Cup debut with 1–1 draw vs TAFC

1 Ladakh FC made a dream start to their maiden Durand Cup campaign by holding seasoned Nepalese side Tribhuvan Army FC to a 1-1 draw in a hard-fought Group C encounter of the 134th Durand Cup, which was played here at the JRD Tata Sports Complex

2025-08-03T04:17:57.266741+00:00 IST

Punjab FC to begin campaign against Karbi Anglon Morning Star 

Indian Super League (ISL) side Punjab FC will kick off their Durand Cup 2025 campaign against Karbi Anglong Morning Star on Sunday at the SAI Stadium in Kokrajhar, according to the official website of the ISL.

2025-08-03T03:58:03.332687+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2025: NEUFC begin title defence with 3-1 win

Defending champions NorthEast United FC eased past the Malaysian Armed Forces by a 3-1 scoreline at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in their Durand Cup campaign on Saturday, according to the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-08-03T03:49:18.616180+00:00 IST

India’s second FIFA Talent Academy, first for girls

India's first FIFA Talent Academy for girls was launched in Hyderabad after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the Government of Telangana signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the first Telangana Sports Conclave at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre, according to a press release.

2025-08-03T02:27:33.082275+00:00 IST