Football

Focused, motivated and ready, Chhangte eyes Asian qualification

India will play Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers Final Round on June 10 in Kowloon City. Before that, the Blue Tigers will play a preparatory friendly against Thailand on June 4 in Pathum Thani

2025-05-27T12:10:33.247994+00:00 IST

Yoell van Nieff and Jeremy Manzorro's journey ends with MCFC

The midfield duo of Yoell van Nieff and Jeremy Manzorro's journey with Mumbai City FC (MCFC) has come to an end, as the club announced their departure on Monday, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-05-27T02:59:10.684966+00:00 IST

Delhi, Mizoram to clash in final of Swami Vivekananda U20 C'ship

It will be a battle of dominance and flair as Delhi and Mizoram will lock horns in the final of the Swami Vivekananda Men's U-20 National Football Championship after both sides cruised to emphatic 4-0 victories in their respective semi-finals at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground, on Sunday.

2025-05-26T16:39:07.759650+00:00 IST

AIFF announces Academy accreditation 2025-26 rules, regulations

The Academy Accreditation application window is now open, with the deadline set for June 10, 2025.

2025-05-26T16:36:56.237769+00:00 IST

'Long-term goal is to qualify for Asian Cup':Suresh Singh Wangjam

The Indian senior men's football team have been preparing for the upcoming June FIFA window at the National Centre of Excellence (NCE) in Kolkata. The camp is progressing as per schedule as the Blue Tigers gear up for a vital phase in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers campaign. India, currently ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings, will face Thailand in an international friendly on June 4 at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani. The fixture is seen as a crucial test ahead of India's Group C clash against Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Final Round, scheduled for June 10. Speaking about the team's objectives, midfielder Suresh Singh Wangjam emphasized the importance of staying focused and taking one game at a time.

2025-05-25T19:41:18.201234+00:00 IST

Blue Tigers can't wait to rectify past mistakes, says Chhetri

The path to reach Asia's showpiece event is always a gruelling one. From scoring that unforgettable hat-trick way back at the 2008 AFC Challenge Cup final, which led India to the 2011 Asian Cup, to now battling for qualification for the 2027 edition in Saudi Arabia, Chhetri's longevity in the national team is unmatched.

2025-05-25T16:59:23.551067+00:00 IST

Asia’s oldest football tournament now in five states

Asia's oldest football tournament, the Durand Cup, will be back with its 134th edition and for the first time in its storied history, be hosted in as many as five states with Manipur's capital Imphal, making a comeback after a two-year gap. The Durand Cup Organising Committee also announced the dates for this year's tournament to be between July 22- August 23, as per a release from Durand Cup Media.

2025-05-25T14:35:41.539369+00:00 IST

Real Madrid announces Xabi Alonso as new head coach

He will be replacing Carlo Ancelotti, who will be joining the Brazil national side at the end of the La Liga season.

2025-05-25T11:33:18.480993+00:00 IST

Lalremtluanga Fanai signs three-year contract extension with BFC

Indian Super League (ISL) side Bengaluru FC announced that midfielder Lalremtluanga Fanai had signed a three-year extension to his current deal with the Blues, keeping him on the club's books until the end of the 2027-28 season.

2025-05-25T04:27:45.177299+00:00 IST

Men's team gears up ahead of their clash against Thailand

This friendly match will serve as an essential preparation for India ahead of their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round clash against Hong Kong on June 10. India opened their Group C campaign in March with a goalless draw against Bangladesh.

2025-05-24T15:51:00.216642+00:00 IST

Synchronisation essential for Blue Tigers’ success, says Sandesh

It's no secret that the March FIFA window left a sour taste in the mouths of the Indian men's national team players and head coach Manolo Marquez. While the wait for a first win in 16 months came to an end against the Maldives, defender Sandesh Jhingan admitted that the goalless draw with Bangladesh was a substandard start to the Asian Cup Qualifiers. Now, all focus turns to the crucial away tie against Hong Kong on June 10.

2025-05-24T06:38:05.086583+00:00 IST

Naushad Moosa names 29-member probable squad for India U23s

A 29-member probable squad for the exposure friendly matches in Dushanbe, Tajikistan next month, has been announced by India U-23 men's national team head coach Naushad Moosa.

2025-05-23T04:24:17.299350+00:00 IST

Croatian maestro Luka Modric bids adieu to leave Real Madrid

Real Madrid CF icon and captain Luka Modric has agreed to end his unforgettable time as a player at Los Blancos following the Club World Cup, set to begin on June 18 in the United States.

2025-05-22T16:42:57.505045+00:00 IST

Playing to resonant tune crucial for Blue Tigers: Subhasish Bose

Champion mentality is never to rest easy. A tremendously successful domestic season with Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG), capped off with the coveted AIFF Men's Player of the Year Award, has only fuelled defender Subhasish Bose's hunger for more success in India's blue during the June FIFA International Window, as per the official website of AIFF.

2025-05-22T03:44:55.983730+00:00 IST

Tottenham edge past Manchester United to win Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur brought joy to their fans at last, ending a long trophy drought by winning the Europa League final with a narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday. Brennan Johnson's scrappy first-half goal proved to be the difference in a game that lacked real quality but meant everything to the North London club. It was their first piece of silverware since winning the League Cup back in 2008, according to Goal.com.

2025-05-22T03:18:37.699931+00:00 IST

Playing to resonant tune crucial for Blue Tigers: Subhasish Bose

Champion mentality is never to rest easy. A tremendously successful domestic season with Mohun Bagan Super Giant, capped off with the coveted AIFF Men's Player of the Year Award, has only fuelled defender Subhasish Bose's hunger for more success in India's blue during the June FIFA International Window.

2025-05-21T17:06:21.738132+00:00 IST

Mizoram end Swami Vivekananda U20 NFC Group D with perfect record

Mizoram defeated Jharkhand 3-1 on their last Group D matchday in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground on Tuesday. In the other match, Maharashtra defeated Tripura 2-0, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-05-21T03:38:56.745615+00:00 IST

Naushad Moosa appointed India U23 men’s football team head coach

The All India Football Federation (AIFF), on Tuesday, appointed Naushad Moosa as the head coach of the India U-23 men's national team, as per the official website of AIFF.

2025-05-21T03:14:59.942853+00:00 IST

Fernandes dedicates SAFF U19 victory to Arunachal fans

Head coach Bibiano Fernandes was all praised for his boys after they were crowned the SAFF U19 champions at the Golden Jubilee Stadium on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

2025-05-20T05:57:39.788338+00:00 IST

Punjab seal Swami Vivekananda Men’s U20 NFC quarter-finals

Needing three points to secure the top spot and a place in the quarter-finals, Punjab went on to complete a demolition job over Ladakh, after the latter had the lead, albeit for a brief period, early on in the game. Punjab led 3-1 at half-time.

2025-05-20T04:41:58.299694+00:00 IST

69th edition of Ballon d’Or set to take place on September 22

The 69th edition of the Ballon d'Or, football's most prestigious individual accolade, is scheduled on September 22 at the iconic Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France.

2025-05-19T17:33:17.725770+00:00 IST