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  India submits bid to host AFC Asian Cup 2031, to compete against five other bidders

  Football | February 04, 2026 22:54 IST

  India is among six nations bidding to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, the AFC confirmed. Competing with Australia, South Korea and others, the bid marks India’s renewed push to host the continental tournament for the first time.

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  Mohun Bagan vs East Bengal likely on May 3, AIFF in hunt for broadcasters

  Football | January 26, 2026 23:49 IST

  The ISL 2025-26 season is set to begin on February 14, with Mohun Bagan facing Kerala Blasters in the opener. The Kolkata derby against East Bengal is tentatively scheduled for May 3, as AIFF releases a provisional fixture list while seeking broadcasters.

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  Sunil Chhetri, Gurpreet Sandhu, Sandesh Jhingan, among others urge ISL authorities to start season

  Football | November 11, 2025 21:13 IST

  India’s top footballers, including Sunil Chhetri, Sandesh Jhingan, and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, have urged authorities to resume the suspended ISL season, expressing frustration and desperation to play again after months without competitive football.

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  AIFF faces major setback as ISL tender fails to attract single bid

  Football | November 07, 2025 20:05 IST

  AIFF’s ISL tender ended with no bidders, marking a major commercial setback. Despite multiple revisions and interest from four parties, none submitted proposals, raising concerns over Indian football’s financial future and league stability.

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  Super Cup set to begin on October 25, check all groups, updates of ISL teams

  Football | October 24, 2025 21:21 IST

  The Super Cup 2025 begins in Goa as a season opener, offering Indian clubs vital match time and a path to AFC qualification. Kolkata giants face early tests, while Mohammedan Sporting battle financial woes, and Sunil Chhetri eyes a possible farewell.

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  AIFF plans December league kickoff amid Supreme Court review of commercial structure

  Football | August 28, 2025 21:45 IST

  AIFF told the Supreme Court it plans to start the new football league season in December, pending a fresh tender for commercial partners. FSDL has waived its matching rights, enabling open bidding. The SC will decide on the matter and AIFF’s constitution soon.

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  AIFF-FSDL meeting yields limited progress as ISL future remains uncertain

  Football | August 25, 2025 21:42 IST

  The AIFF and FSDL held talks to resolve the ISL crisis but made little progress. While both parties aim to submit a joint proposal to the Supreme Court by August 28, the league’s future remains uncertain amid ongoing legal and contractual issues.

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  Chennaiyin FC become third club to suspend first-team operations amid ISL uncertainty

  Football | August 06, 2025 20:25 IST

  Chennaiyin FC has suspended first-team operations due to uncertainty over the ISL's future. The club cited financial strain, failing to pay July salaries. AIFF will meet ISL clubs on August 7, with Chennaiyin among those now invited to the discussions.

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  Odisha FC suspends player contracts amid ISL uncertainty, women's team to continue

  Football | August 01, 2025 16:56 IST

  Odisha FC has suspended all player and staff contracts from August 5, 2025, citing the ISL's indefinite postponement due to a standoff between FSDL and AIFF over the Master Rights Agreement, which is currently under Supreme Court review.

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  AIFF welcomes meeting proposal from ISL Clubs amid uncertainty over league's future

  Football | July 29, 2025 22:56 IST

  Eight ISL clubs have sought a meeting with AIFF over the league’s uncertain future. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey welcomed the move, amid concerns about the 2025-26 season's lack of clarity and revenue. Legal and financial issues remain unresolved.

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  AIFF shortlists three for senior men's team head coach role

  Football | July 23, 2025 23:54 IST

  AIFF has shortlisted Khalid Jamil, Stephen Constantine, and Stefan Tarkovic for the Indian men’s football team head coach role. The final decision will be made by the Executive Committee after reviewing their resumes. 170 applications were received.

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  Manolo Marquez quits as India coach after disastrous run: What triggered his sudden exit?

  Football | July 02, 2025 17:07 IST

  Manolo Marquez and the All India Football Federation parted ways on Wednesday, July 2. The Spaniard failed to deliver results as India managed to win only one out of eight matches under his tenure. AIFF is inclined towards hiring an Indian for the role.

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  While country is bidding for 2036 Olympics, AIFF trying for the 2031 AFC Asian Cup: President Kalyan

  Cricket | June 13, 2025 17:47 IST

  AIFF President Kalyan Choubey confirmed that India are on course to bid for the 2031 AFC Asian Cup. Notably, the governing body was interested in hosting the 2027 edition as well but eventually backed out, handing Saudi Arabia the opportunity.

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  Subhasish Bose, Soumya Goguloth named AIFF Players of the year, check all award winners

  Football | May 02, 2025 19:00 IST

  Mohun Bagan Super Giants captain Subhasish Bose has been adjudged AIFF men's player of the year. On the other hand, Soumya Goguloth has won the award from the women's section. Check out all the award winners.

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  AIFF to pay hefty amount in compensation to former men's football team head coach Igor Stimac

  Football | September 08, 2024 20:22 IST

  The All India Football Federation reached an agreement with the Croatian coach over the compensation amount for being sacked a year before his contract expiration date. Stimac had earlier approached FIFA after AIFF refused to meet his demands regarding compensation.

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  'Who can develop Indian football': AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey on Igor Štimac's successor

  Football | July 20, 2024 13:01 IST

  Igor Štimac was sacked by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) following India's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. India's campaign came to an end after a 2-1 loss at the hands of Qatar.

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  AIFF to respond to Igor Stimac's rant on function of Indian football in next 48 hours

  Football | June 21, 2024 22:48 IST

  "It has come to our attention that former India men’s team head coach Mr. Igor Stimac has made certain remarks in the media pertaining to functioning of the All India Football Federation and some of its senior officials," AIFF statement said.

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  AIFF seeks probe into Qatar's controversial goal as India's World Cup dream comes to screeching halt

  Football | June 12, 2024 14:03 IST

  India had taken an early lead after Lallianzuala Chhangte found the back of the net in the first half. Brandon Fernandes's mishit shot was utilised well by Chhangte and India had a realistic reason to believe.

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  AIFF suspends executive committee member Deepak Sharma over allegations of physical assault

  Football | April 02, 2024 18:20 IST

  Two football players of Himachal Pradesh-based Khad FC had alleged that Sharma, the owner of the club, had barged into their room and physically assaulted them on March 28. Before suspending him, AIFF had asked Sharma to refrain from football-related activities till the conclusion of a probe.

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  IWL 2023-24 all you need to know: Schedule, squads and live streaming details

  Football | December 08, 2023 0:03 IST

  Three-time champions Gokulam Kerala will clash against Sethu FC in the opening match of the Indian Women's League 2023-24 (IWL) on Friday, December 8. Seven teams will be playing in a double round-robin format on a home-away basis for the first time in tournament history.