The Latest Breaking News from SAFF

Pakistan does not give clearance to women’s football team to play tournament in India

India is set to host the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) between 25 May and 7 June in the coastal state of Goa

The Independent UK · Apr 23

Saudi Arabia’s journey from 90s novelty to World Cup power grab

From USA 94 to Ronaldo, via Putin and Newcastle, the 2034 hosts-elect are now at the heart of football politics

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2024

‘It’s created an internal shitstorm’: turmoil at UK law firm accused of ‘whitewashing’ Saudi World Cup report

Sources say key people at Clifford Chance were not consulted, as it emerges another company refused job due to reputational concerns

The Guardian - UK · Nov 2, 2024

With a triple triumph to boot, Sunil Chhetri promises more for Indian football fans

Sunil chhetri says that he does not like to hear things like ‘you should rest this one and that one’, adds that the decision is not his alone, but declares that he is available for every game. Sunil Chhetri is leading India in style, and after scoring a record-extending 92…

The Hindu · Jul 11, 2023

Winner takes all: India face Kuwait test in SAFF Championship final

BENGALURU: Supremacy in South Asia is nothing new for the Indian football team, which has already won the regional title eight times. Precisely why the All India Football Federation (AIFF) was open to the idea of guest teams in the SAFF Championship to raise the competition level.

The Times of India · Jul 4, 2023

SAFF Championship: India eye ninth title

NEW DELHI: Defending champions India on Tuesday will aim to maintain their impressive track record and secure their ninth title as they face a formidable Kuwait in the SAFF Championship final.

The Times of India · Jul 3, 2023

India head coach Igor Stimac banned for 2 games, fined

NEW DELHI: Head coach Igor Stimac has been handed a two-match ban and a fine of 500 USD on Friday for his red-card offence during India's last group match against Kuwait in SAFF Championships in Bengaluru.

The Times of India · Jun 30, 2023

SAFF Championship: Igor Stimac saga casts shadow over India campaign

Chhetri's boys will have to play semifinal without the coach's presence

The Times of India · Jun 29, 2023

SAFF Championship: Coach Shahzad Anwar looks for ways to arrest Pakistan's dipping fortunes

BENGALURU: After losing their 11th consecutive match, the last one against Kuwait, Pakistan are in danger of slipping further down the football index. The team's last win came against Bhutan in the 2018 SAFF Championship and since then they have endured tough times.

The Times of India · Jun 27, 2023

SAFF Championship: India midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad warns against taking Nepal lightly

BENGALURU: India midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad on Friday said his side will have to be on their guard when they face Nepal in a Group A match of the SAFF Championship here on Saturday.

The Times of India · Jun 23, 2023