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AIFF to allow foreign players in Kerala Super League

Foreign players not allowed anywhere in State leagues but Kerala Super League gets an exemption

The Hindu

Former champs overcome fund crunch in bid to add to IWL glory

They were the champions of the inaugural edition of Indian Women's League in 2016, followed by their runners-up finish the next season. They missed out on the next seasons but even a week ahead of the deadline for sending their final entry for IWL 2023, Eastern Sporting Union (ESU) were…

The Times of India

Next target is to breach top 100 in FIFA ranking: AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey

NEW DELHI: After a jump of five spots in the latest FIFA rankings thanks to the recent tri-nation tournament title win, the Indian football team's next target is to breach the top 100, All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey said.

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Bhubaneswar to host four-nation Intercontinental Cup in June

After successfully hosting the hockey World Cup for a second successive time early this year and also the U-17 Women’s World Cup last year, Bhubaneswar is all set to welcome India senior men’s national football team for the first time in June this year as they take part in Intercontinental…

The Times of India

Battle for Super Cup supremacy begins as 11 ISL clubs and 5 I-League clubs vie for top honours

It’s a tournament that gives I-League clubs a chance to prove that they are second to none while for Indian Super League teams it’s an opportunity to show they are the indeed the heavyweights of Indian football as the Super Cup returns to action on Saturday after a three-year gap.

The Times of India

New India TD Pasha hopes to bring changes

Former TN skipper first Indian to get full-time role

The Times of India

Ex-India footballer Syed Sabir Pasha joins AIFF as Technical Director

NEW DELHI: Former India international Syed Sabir Pasha has joined the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as its new Technical Director (TD), it was announced on Wednesday.

The Times of India

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Kerala Blasters offer apology, only regret from coach Ivan Vukomanovic

KOCHI: Kerala Blasters on Sunday issued a public apology for their walkout in the ISL playoff match against Bengaluru FC last month. However, team head coach Ivan Vukomanovic hasn’t mentioned anything about his decision to lead his team off the pitch in his carefully worded statement but has expressed regret…

The Times of India

AIFF may fine Kerala Blasters Rs 5 crore for walkout

PANAJI: The disciplinary committee of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) is likely to fine Kerala Blasters Rs 5 crore for their walkout against Bengaluru FC in the knockout game of the Indian Super League (ISL).

The Times of India

Indian Women's League to start from April 25, confirms AIFF

NEW DELHI: In their constant effort to promote women's football in the country, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Monday decided to kick start Indian Women's League (IWL) from April 25.

The Times of India

Meghalaya: No more a cloud-capped football star

The seeds sown in football cannot be reaped in a day, but they do bear fruit with time. Despite reflecting the same craze for the sport that is characteristic of the northeast, Meghalaya has always fallen short in its footballing achievements when compared to its sister states like Manipur and…

The Times of India

Sabir Pasha in line for India TD job after leaving CFC

CHENNAI: Syed Sabir Pasha, who parted ways with Chennaiyin FC on Wednesday after an eight-year stint as assistant coach, may join the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as technical director for the senior men's team. But it all depends whether the former India forward gets the necessary clearance from his…

The Times of India

Efforts on to improve standard of referees: Chaubey

BENGALURU: All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey acknowledged the increasing number of complaints on refereeing this season and said the federation is working hard to improve the standard of Indian referees.

The Times of India

AIFF disciplinary committee begins proceedings to decide Kerala Blasters' fate

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has initiated the proceedings to decide on a likely sanction against Kerala Blasters after the Kochi-based outfit staged a walk out of their Indian Super League (ISL) match against Bengaluru FC.

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Kerala Blasters seek replay with Bengaluru FC, ban on referee Crystal John

PANAJI: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is likely to summon a meeting of its disciplinary committee to quickly decide on a protest filed by Kerala Blasters FC, seeking replay of their tempestuous ISL knockout clash against Bengaluru FC. Blasters walked off in protest at what is alleged to be…

The Times of India

AIFF bans Tripura player Ayuk Jamatia for 4 years for age fraud

NEW DELHI: Sending out a strong message to age fudgers, the All India Football Federation banned Tripura player Ayuk Jamatia for four years for age fraud and forgery.

The Times of India

India’s lesser-known footballers set for a ball in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: It’s not always that India hosts its national championships on foreign soil. In fact, this is a first for any sport in the country.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia to host Santosh Trophy semifinals and final

NEW DELHI: The Indian football has taken a giant leap with the semifinals and final of the National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy to be held outside India and it will take place from March 1 to 4 at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the…

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Must bring curtain down on issues concerning All India Football Federation: Supreme Court

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday said it must bring the curtain down on issues plaguing the All India Football Federation (AIFF), including the objections raised to certain aspects of its draft constitution.

The Times of India

AIFF announces first batch of professional match officials offered full time contracts

NEW DELHI: In a first for Indian football, the first batch of elite match officials (referees and assistant referees) have been inducted into the system with full-time contracts.

The Times of India

Pele's death, glory for Messi and an unprecedented FIFA ban for India sum up the year in football

NEW DELHI: Pele's demise just two days before the world prepared to welcome the new year and Lionel Messi-led Argentina lifting the World Cup trophy were undoubtedly the two epochal moments, which will be remembered for decades to come even as Indian football made more noise for its administrative mess…

The Times of India

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey stresses on development of football in North East states

Tuesday was a momentous day for Mizoram football with the culmination of Mizoram Premier League (MPL) that saw the emergence of a new champion in Chawnpui FC. And to make the occasion even more special, chief guest at the summit clash, All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey, spoke…

The Times of India

India withdraws bid to host 2027 AFC Asian Cup, Saudi Arabia left as lone bidder

NEW DELHI: India on Monday withdrew its bid to stage the 2027 AFC Asian Cup with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) declaring that hosting big-ticket events is not among its "strategic priorities" at this juncture.

The Times of India

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger could visit India to advise on youth development projects: AIFF

NEW DELHI: Former Arsenal manager and world governing body FIFA's current Chief of Global Football Development, Arsene Wenger could visit India to advise on the youth development projects in the country, the AIFF said on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Roadmap will make I-League season more competitive, says Climax Lawrence

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Climax Lawrence believes the 2022-23 I-League is set to become hugely attractive as the champions would have the opportunity to qualify for the top-tier Indian Super League.

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