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"Target is to take India back on map, identify best players," says Arsene
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The MoU between the two was signed by the AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey and R Vineel Krishna, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha. Tushar Kanti Behera, Sports Minister of Odisha was present, as per a press release from All India Football
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Indian football is gold mine waiting to be explored: FIFA's chief of Globa
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Wenger visited the Football House on November 20, 2023, and had an interaction with the heads of a select group of football academies from across the country
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"In this game, we have nothing to lose and a lot to win": Igor Stimac ahea
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Off to a flying start four days ago with three points against Kuwait in Group A, India will now count on home support in a very familiar location to tackle the test from the 61-ranked Qatari side.
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FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: A look at Qatar's football team, its history, k
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Qatar, ranked 61st in the FIFA rankings, boasts quality in their squad and holds the top spot in Group A. Tuesday's match promises to be a tough battle as the Blue Tigers aim to deliver their best performance at home and potentially upset one of Asia's football powerhouses.
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"Really proud of team and how we stepped up": Sandesh Jhingan on win in op
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The Blue Tigers secured a hard-fought victory over Kuwait away from home, breaking the deadlock with a solid finish from Manvir Singh in the 75th minute, connecting perfectly with a Lallianzuala Chhangte cross.
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"Looking forward to scoring more," says Manvir after goal against Kuwait i
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The Blue Tigers played two fiercely contested matches against the same opponents in the SAFF Championship earlier this year, both ending in draws after regulation time, as the former went on to be crowned champions after defeating Kuwait on penalties in the final. While the World Cup Qualifi
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India beats Kuwait 1-0 in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers round two
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
India's next clash is against World number 61 Qatar on November 21 in their second group A match. Group A also features Afghanistan. These four teams will play each other in home-aeay round-robin format.
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"Nobody has to worry about taking over Neymar's role": Brazil interim coac
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
Ahead of Brazil's upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification match against Colombia at Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium in Barranquilla on Friday, the Selecao's interim coach Fernando Diniz said that nobody has to worry about taking over Neymar's role in the team.
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AIFF-FIFA academy to be launched on November 21 in Bhubaneswar
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The AIFF-FIFA academy, to be launched under the FIFA Talent Development Scheme, will be inaugurated by Arsene Wenger, the Chief of Global Football Development, FIFA and former manager of the English football club, Arsenal.
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A look at Sunil Chhetri's goals in FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
The 39-year-old has helped Indian football gain recognition worldwide and helped the 'Blue Tigers' win matches in many games. The Indian skipper's contribution to Indian football have helped India climb up in the FIFA rankings and bag multiple trophies.
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A look at India's best performances in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
While World Cup qualification remains a distant goal, the performances of the Indian Football Team consistently ignite hopes for a brighter future. With that in mind, let us take a look at some of India's best results in the World Cup qualifiers.
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2002 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: When India missed out on final round by on
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
India was placed 124 in the FIFA Rankings. UAE, coached by Frenchman Henri Michel, were way up at 64th. India has not beaten a side ranked higher than that since. Michel had led France to third place at the World Cup in 1986 and Olympic gold in 1984 but was left scratching his head on the Ka
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