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See pic: India football captain Sunil Chhetri gets engaged to Sonam Bhattacharya

Chhetri’s wedding would be extended over one month according to the schedule of Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League. 

Nov 21, 2017, 20:07 PM IST

ATK, Kerala Blasters play out goal-less draw in ISL opener

This was the first time that ATK drew their first away match in an ISL edition, having won in the earlier three occasions.

Nov 17, 2017, 22:33 PM IST

Already qualified for Asian Cup, India hold Myanmar to 2-2 draw

With today's draw, India are on the top of the group with 13 points from five matches. Myanmar are placed second with five points from four matches.

Nov 14, 2017, 23:59 PM IST

Ready to offer Myanmar passport to Sunil Chhetri, says Gerd Zaise

Referring to Chhetri's goal, which made the difference between the two teams in their first leg 2019 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, the German described Chhetri as the "most dangerous player".

Nov 13, 2017, 22:56 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Spain outplay Iran 3-1 to reach semis

Captain Abel Ruiz gave Spain the lead in the 13th minute before Sergio Gomez (60th) and Ferran Torres (67th) added a goal each.

Oct 22, 2017, 21:20 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Mali beat Ghana 2-1, advance to semis

The result meant it was a repeat of the U-17 African Cup of Nations final where Mali beat Ghana.

Oct 21, 2017, 21:15 PM IST

How India coach explained FIFA U-17 WC exit with epic analogies

India played its best match against Colombia, including India’s historic first ever goal in a FIFA World Cup by Jeakson Singh. But still lost 2-1.

Oct 13, 2017, 08:50 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup, India vs Ghana: Live streaming, TV listing, date, time, venues

There is still a marginal hope for India U-17 to qualify for the Round of 16 which also depends on other results to go in their favour. 

Oct 12, 2017, 14:41 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Will India surprise Ghana or bow out heads held high?

Ghana are the most physical side in the group and the two-time former champions will start as clear favourites in today's final Group A match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Oct 12, 2017, 09:00 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: How India can qualify for Round of 16

As of now, India are the bottom-placed team in the four-team Group A, with the USA having already qualified for the next round.

Oct 12, 2017, 08:51 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Another acid test awaits as India face Colombia

Playing in their maiden FIFA tournament, rank outsiders India were outclassed by a side that was a few notches above the 'Boys in Blue'.

Oct 08, 2017, 15:46 PM IST

PM Modi, Tendulkar lead beeline of best wishes for FIFA U-17 World Cup

India take on the USA in their first Group A fixture at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in the national capital at 8 p.m. 

Oct 06, 2017, 15:51 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Up against US might but India promise to give it all

No Indian football team has ever played on such a big stage, and the Blue Cubs may take a while to get settled. That's actually the period the US may try to put the game beyond the hosts.

Oct 06, 2017, 11:24 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Hope to create history with crowd support as 12th player, says India coach

It's a huge gap that Indian football is trying to bridge, but De Matos seems to have done his homework to exploit the slightest of weaknesses in their first high-profile opponents - the USA.

Oct 06, 2017, 09:13 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Loose ends in crowd safety around Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi

Inside the stadium, the playing field is looking in its best shape ever. Efforts to make the stadium and its surroundings look as clean as possible are in an overdrive. And the Indian team has had the best preparations it could have asked for – thanks to the All India Football Federation.

Oct 05, 2017, 14:46 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Indian football's moment of reckoning is here

The likes of captain Amarjit Singh Kiyam, Komal Thatal and Aniket Jadhav will thus accomplish a feat, which eluded legends like Bhaichung Bhutia, I M Vijayan and Sunil Chhetri.

Oct 05, 2017, 13:55 PM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Traffic restrictions around Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi

Traffic on three corridors, Bhishma Pitamah Marg, JLN Stadium Marg and CGO Road, will be affected because of the restrictions between 2 pm and 11 pm on match days.

Oct 05, 2017, 09:46 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Know Team India and five key players

The Indian Colts, also known as the Blue Cubs, have played the AFC U-16 Championships seven times - with their best show coming in the 2002 edition where they were defeated by the Republic of Korea in the quarterfinal.

Oct 03, 2017, 14:58 PM IST

Infrastructure will be U-17 World Cup's biggest legacy: Javier Ceppi

Besides infrastructure, which has come a long way, Ceppi said millions of Indians taking to the sport will be another legacy of the tournament.

Oct 03, 2017, 14:27 PM IST

Moonwalk: 'Dangerous' Jeakson Singh ready to rock at U-17 World Cup

Jeakson, a defensive midfielder in the 21-member Indian team, hails from Haokha Mamang village in Manipur's Thoubal district. His father Konthoujam Deben Singh suffered a stroke in 2015 and had to leave his job with the Manipur police.

Oct 03, 2017, 14:22 PM IST