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Journey won't be easy, Igor Stimac warns newly-appointed football head coach Manolo Marquez

NEW DELHI: Former Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac, ousted last month after India's failure to advance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, on Monday cautioned his successor, Manolo Marquez, about the difficulties ahead.

The Times of India · Jul 22, 2024

Searching for India's new football coach, AIFF wants someone who can bring results

Kalyan Chaubey, the president of the All India Football Federation (AIFF), has stated that the selection of the new head coach for the national team will be based on their capability to deliver the desired outcomes. He emphasized that a high-profile candidate will not be chosen without careful consideration.

The Times of India · Jul 20, 2024

Stanley Rozario, Nausad Moosa among top Indian names applied for men's team head coach's position

NEW DELHI: Stanley Rozario, the former coach of Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, along with Nausad Moosa, the current assistant coach of NorthEast United, have submitted their applications for the position of head coach of the Indian national football team. The position became available following the dismissal of Igor Stimac.

The Times of India · Jul 8, 2024

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Igor Stimac’s rough breakup with India drags on after World Cup failure

Disappointing results, heart disturbances and astrological accusations led to sacking and incendiary statements

The Guardian - UK · Jul 3, 2024

Players were concerned with Igor Stimac's coaching style and tactics: AIFF

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF), responding Monday to sacked coach Igor Stimac’s recent allegations against it, has brought to the fore the senior team players’ lack of faith in his methods.

The Times of India · Jun 25, 2024

'Your football is imprisoned': Outgoing coach Igor Stimac tells India

PANAJI: Igor Stimac isn’t going down without a fight. Sacked earlier this week for a string of disappointing results that started with India finishing as the worst-performing among 24 teams at the AFC Asian Cup — no goals, no point — and missing out on qualification to the next stage…

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2024

We had our ups and downs but thanks for the memories: Igor Stimac pens farewell note to 'Blue Tigers'

NEW DELHI: Igor Stimac, who recently parted ways with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) after India's exit from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, expressed his deep attachment to the country and admiration for the players he coached during his five-year tenure.

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2024

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Irked ex-India coach Igor Stimac threatens to sue AIFF

Stimac cites unfulfilled promises contract breaches, calls termination 'unilateral'

The Times of India · Jun 19, 2024

Sacked Igor Stimac warns AIFF: 'Clear payment within 10 days or I will file lawsuit'

NEW DELHI: Sacked Team India head coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday lebelled his dismissal 'unilateral' and warned the All India Football Federation of legal action.

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2024

AIFF sack coach Igor Stimac, ready for legal battle over compensation

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is bracing itself for a legal battle after sacking Igor Stimac, ending his five-year reign as head coach of the senior men's national team.

The Times of India · Jun 18, 2024

AIFF sacks head coach Igor Stimac after disappointing show at 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) sacked head coach Igor Stimac on Monday after senior men's team's poor performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

The Times of India · Jun 17, 2024

'Address the injustice': AIFF demands investigation into Qatar's controversial goal in FIFA World Cup WC qualifier

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has requested an inquiry into the disputed goal granted to Qatar during their pivotal FIFA World Cup qualifying game in Doha, according to AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey's statement on Wednesday. Chaubey called upon the relevant authorities to "address the injustice" and rectify the situation.

The Times of India · Jun 12, 2024

'Vallabhjee refused to join camp despite assurances'

BENGALURU: Taking objection to India football team's mental coach Shayamal Vallabhjee airing his grievances in the media, the All India Football Federation on Thursday said despite assurances, the sports psychologist refused to join the national camp in Bhubaneswar ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Kuwait and Qatar.

The Times of India · May 24, 2024

AIFF has not settled my dues yet: Vallabhjee

Performance guru waits to join football camp

The Times of India · May 23, 2024

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Dynamite News · May 8, 2024

AIFF panel approves Prevention of Sexual Harassment policy

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday approved the AIFF Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Policy, to be implemented with immediate effect. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India · Apr 23, 2024

Manipur CM asks AIFF to stay state's clubs' relegation from I-League

NEW DELHI: In what could be unprecedented in Indian football, a sitting chief minister has formally requested the All India Football Federation to waive off relegation of two clubs from his state due to year-long ethnic violence and unrest in his area.

Dynamite News · Apr 11, 2024

Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship to start in Narainpur

The inaugural Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship will begin on Friday at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Sports Complex, Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India · Apr 11, 2024

AIFF cancels I-League matches as teams from Manipur refuse to travel to Aizawl

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has cancelled the last two home games of Aizawl FC after both teams from Manipur – TRAU FC and Neroca FC – refused to travel to Mizoram citing security concerns.

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The Times of India · Apr 5, 2024

All India Football Federation plays it safe, backs coach Igor Stimac till June

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has assured national team coach Igor Stimac “all necessary support” for the final two group games of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers in June.

The Times of India · Apr 3, 2024

AIFF closes investigation into alleged harassment case

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday that it has closed the investigation into a "verbal" complaint of "harassment" made by a woman employee against a male colleague. This decision came as both the "alleged victim and the other party do not wish to pursue the…

The Times of India · Apr 3, 2024

AIFF closes investigation into alleged physical assault of women players by EC member

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday that it has closed the investigation into its suspended executive committee member Deepak Sharma for his alleged physical assault of two women players in Goa. This decision was made as the victims "do not wish to pursue the matter…

The Times of India · Apr 3, 2024

AIFF suspends senior executive committee member Deepak Sharma in physical assault case

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has suspended its senior executive committee member Deepak Sharma “until further notice”, following his arrest in the alleged physical assault of two women footballers of Khad FC.

The Hindu · Apr 2, 2024

All India Football Federation suspends member for alleged physical assault of two women players

AIFF suspends Deepak Sharma for alleged assault on women players, case referred to Disciplinary Committee for urgent action.

The Times of India · Apr 2, 2024

AIFF suspends Deepak Sharma for alleged physical assault of two women players

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Tuesday took decisive action by suspending Deepak Sharma, an executive committee member, until further notice. This action comes in response to allegations of his involvement in the physical assault of two women players in Goa. The incident occurred two days after…

The Hindu · Mar 31, 2024

AIFF member Deepak Sharma arrested for assaulting two women players in Goa

AIFF executive committee member arrested for allegedly assaulting women football players in Goa, sparking conflicting claims.

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