India Football

I-League: Chennai City FC, Minerva Punjab FC get AIFF nod

Minerva Punjab FC have already plied their trade in the Second Division League 2015-16 having secured the second position.

Dec 11, 2016, 15:40 PM IST

India win AFC developing member award at Asian football's annual gala

AIFF President Praful Patel received the Award from AFC Vice-President Ali Kafashian at a glittering ceremony.

Dec 02, 2016, 00:06 AM IST

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Indian players on par with Brazil's, says Bhaichung Bhutia

Echoing Bhaichung's feelings, AIFF president Praful Patel dubbed the Indian U-17 World Cup squad as a "quantum change in development of Indian football".

Nov 10, 2016, 09:22 AM IST

AFC Cup 2016: Heartbreak for Indian fans, Bengaluru FC lose 0-1 to Iraq's Air Force Club in final

This was the first time an Iraqi side won the AFC Cup title after Erbil Club finished runners-up twice in 2012 and 2014.

Nov 06, 2016, 00:20 AM IST

FC Pune City Academy boy Muhammed Ashique Kuruniyan gets Villarreal stint

This is the first time a home grown Indian academy player has been selected by a top Spanish club to ply his trade in Europe.

Oct 26, 2016, 18:55 PM IST

French legend Thierry Henry backs ISL stars to help Indian football

Since the start of ISL in 2014, several leading names from world football have plied their trade in India.

Oct 26, 2016, 18:25 PM IST

India jump 11 places: Stephen Constantine's boys rise to best FIFA rankings in 6 years

In August 2010, India were ranked 137th which stayed India's best ever FIFA Ranking since then.

Oct 20, 2016, 23:29 PM IST

U-17 World Cup: FIFA to visit India next week to inspect preparation

This will be the second full inspection from FIFA for the tournament.

Oct 14, 2016, 23:55 PM IST

AFC-AIFF taskforce meets in Goa, discuss development of football in India

The taskforce will meet again in the near future - on a date to be decided.

Sep 28, 2016, 23:23 PM IST

Not slotting international friendlies nothing to do with ISL: Baichung Bhutia

Former India football captain Baichung Bhutia on Thursday said not slotting international friendlies has got nothing to do with ISL dates.

Sep 08, 2016, 21:05 PM IST

Lodha effect: Services, Railways to lose voting rights in AIFF

On the proposed I-League-ISL merger, AIFF will seek opinion from all the clubs as to how one can reach a consensus viewpoint.

Jul 28, 2016, 23:21 PM IST

Premier Futsal unsanctioned, will create unwanted issues: AIFF

The first edition of Premier Futsal is set to take place in India from July 15 to 24.

Jul 10, 2016, 22:05 PM IST

Red card for Virat Kohli; AIFF president issues veiled warning to Premier Futsal League

Headed by Portuguese legend Luis Figo, Premier Futsal League is set to open it's inaugural season from July 15.

Jun 19, 2016, 19:50 PM IST

Indian Super League, I-League merger by 2018: AIFF

AIFF general secretary insisted it is not necessarily just a mere merger but a holistic approach to unite all top clubs of the country under a common umbrella.

Apr 20, 2016, 19:03 PM IST

FIFA rankings: India drop two spots to 162

With 142 points, Stephen Constantine's men are placed 162nd in the global ranking.

Apr 07, 2016, 18:07 PM IST

Under-17 World Cup: High-power FIFA team to assess India's preparedness

India bagged the hosting rights of the 2017 Under-17 World Cup in December, 2013.

Feb 10, 2016, 23:12 PM IST

FIFA rankings: India climb a spot to 162nd, Belgium still number one

India, with 139 points, are ranked 31st in the Asian Football Confederation ranking.

Feb 05, 2016, 00:23 AM IST

Stephen Constantine: Despite India's triumph, coach terms SAFF Cup's organisation 'a joke'

Constantine slammed the SAFF Cup organisers for the logistical chaos during the event.

Jan 14, 2016, 09:46 AM IST

FIFA Rankings: SAFF champions India gain 3 spots to rise up to 163rd

India garnered 139 points and occupy 31st spot among Asian countries.

Jan 07, 2016, 22:54 PM IST

India gains six places, ends year at 166th in FIFA rankings

Overall, Belgium occupied the top spot in a year-ending rankings chart for the first time in its history.

Dec 03, 2015, 20:32 PM IST