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Diamond Harbour win I-League 2 title, Chanmari FC promoted to I-League 2025-26

New Delhi, April 20: Chanmari FC became the second and final team to secure promotion to I-League 2025-26. Despite losing 0-1 on home turf to Diamond Harbour FC, who claimed the I-League 2 title with the win, Chanmari were assured of a top-two finish after their nearest challengers, Sporting Clube de Goa, dropped points in a 1-1 draw at FC Bengaluru United, according to the AIFF Media Team.

Churchill Brothers crowned I-League 2024-25 champions following AIFF Appeals Committee decision

New Delhi, April 19: Churchill Brothers have been crowned Champions of I-League 2024-25 after being labelled the provisional winners following the conclusion of the campaign by the Appeals Committee of the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) on Saturday.

Crispin Chettri names 39 probables for AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers

New Delhi, April 19: A list of 39 probables for the Indian senior women's team camp was, on Saturday, announced by head coach Crispin Chettri. The Blue Tigresses are set to play the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from June 23 to July 5.

AIFF formally submits bid to host AFC Asian Cup 2031

New Delhi, April 12: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted its bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the footballing royalty of the continent to India.

Govt extends strong support to AIFF over Asia Cup 2031 bid, says Sports Min Mansukh Mandaviya

New Delhi, April 12: The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted a bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the football royalty of the continent to India. India's bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in its Annual General Body meeting at the 35th AFC Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday.

Chandigarh records significant victory on first day of Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's NFC

Narayanpur, April 10: The second edition of the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship kicked off with two Group E matches at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, as per the AIFF Media Team.

EC of AIFF formed eight-member task force to discuss MRA

New Delhi, April 7: The All India Football Federation's Executive Committee met at the Football House on Monday to discuss the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) proposal given to the federation by Football Sports Development Ltd.

Kalinga Super Cup: Kerala Blasters to take on East Bengal FC in opener on April 20

New Delhi, April 7: Kerala Blasters will play against East Bengal FC in the opening match of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 on April 20 as the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced the schedule of the tournament on Monday.

Dream Sports Championship brings international challenge to Football National Finals

Panaji, April 2: The highly anticipated National Finals of the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 -- an initiative of the Dream Sports Foundation (DSF) -- will kick off in Goa on April 8. In a major development, the renowned English football team Norwich City FC's Youth Team will be participating in the tournament's second edition.

Bhaichung Bhutia, Subrata Paul to grace DSC football national finals in Goa

Goa, April 2: The highly anticipated National Finals of the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 will kick off in Goa on April 8. In a major development, renowned English football team Norwich City FC’s Youth Team will be participating in the tournament's second edition, where football legends Bhaichung Bhutia and Subrata Paul will grace the occasion.

Joakim Alexandersson to lead Indian Arrows women juniors in IWL 2

New Delhi, April 1: The Indian Arrows Women Juniors will participate in the 2024-25 Indian Women's League 2 under Swedish head coach Joakim Alexandersson.

AIFF Futsal Committee proposes men's and women's club championships in June

New Delhi, March 25: The landscape of Indian futsal is set for a major transformation as the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Futsal Committee convened on Tuesday to lay out ambitious plans for the sport’s future. With growing enthusiasm among players and fans, the committee aims to expand competitive opportunities and develop a clear roadmap for futsal in India.

India set for historic return to AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup after 18 years

Pattaya, March 19: India are all set for a historic return to beach soccer on the continental front after an 18-year absence, as they face hosts Thailand on Thursday at the Jomtien Beach Arena here in their opening match of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup 2025.

Injured Chhangte to miss national camp in Shillong

New Delhi, March 15: India’s national football team faces an early setback ahead of their crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers, as key forward Lallianzuala Chhangte has been ruled out of the ongoing national camp in Shillong due to injury.

Sunil Chhetri comes out of retirement, to play in March FIFA Window

New Delhi, March 6: Legendary Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri has come out of retirement from international football following a discussion with head coach Manolo Marquez, who emphasised the need for the star player to make a comeback as India gears up for Asian Cup qualification.

AIFF confirms Super Cup 2025 to begin on April 21 in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, March 5: The Super Cup 2025, the annual premier football cup competition in India, will be played in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from April 21, the All India Football Federation announced on Wednesday.

Alexandersson-led India U17 women's team completes first training camp of 2025

New Delhi, Feb 14: Led by Swedish coach Joakim Alexandersson, the India U17 women's team completed their first training camp of 2025 at The Sports School in Kanakapura, near Bengaluru. The 32 players took part in the month-long camp in preparation for the SAFF U17 Women's Championship and the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, scheduled to be held in September and October 2025.

Shillong to host Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in March

New Delhi, Feb 11: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, Meghalaya, will host the India senior men's national football team in the two matches that they will play during the March FIFA International Window, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) said on Tuesday.

Groupings out for Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's NFC 2025

New Delhi, Feb 7: The draw of groupings for the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship 2025 was held in the AIFF Football House on Friday. The tournament will be held in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh.

I-League, IWL owners, representatives hold meeting with AIFF president Chaubey

New Delhi, February 6: The owners and representatives of a host of I-League and Indian Women's League (IWL) clubs, on Monday, February 3, 2025, had a meeting with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey and his team of senior officials in the capital to discuss the way forward for Indian football.

India U20 women to play three friendlies in Turkiye in February

New Delhi, Jan 28: The India U20 women's team will play three friendly matches during the FIFA international match window in February in Antalya, Turkiye. Led by head coach Joakim Alexandersson, the Young Tigresses, who are currently camping in Bengaluru, will face Jordan (February 19), Hong Kong (Feb 22) and Russia (Feb 25) in Antalya.

Dedicate my award to every football fan in the country: IM Vijayan after being conferred with Padma Shri award

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