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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 19 (ANI): Mohun Bagan Super Giant's 22-year hiatus for the IFA Shield title concluded with a 5-4 win on penalties against arch-rival East Bengal at the Salt Lake Stadium on Saturday. The two rivals remained inseparable after the 90 minutes and added time, forcing the game to be decided in a penalty shootout. Mohun Bagan lifted their 21st Shield Crown and their first since 2003, during which they also defeated East Bengal for the prized accolade. MBSG's his ...Read More >
Germany's Lothar Matthaus, FIFA World Cup-winning captain and Bundesliga legend, was announced as the official ambassador of the Bengal Super League (BSL) in Kolkata on Friday. Matthaus, who captained Germany to their 1990 FIFA World Cup victory and is the recipient of the Ballon d'Or in the same year, said: "To make it a success, we must work hard, move forward together and understand how each of us can contribute. I will bring all my expertise and experience to support this initiative, but it ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 18 (ANI): In a landmark move set to redefine Bengal's football landscape, Shrachi Sports today announced the appointment of iconic German Footballer Lothar Matthaus - FIFA World Cup-winning captain and Bundesliga legend - as the official Ambassador of the Bengal Super League (BSL). This announcement marks a significant milestone in BSL's mission to elevate Bengal's football ecosystem and establish meaningful international collaborations that promote profes ...Read More >
Panaji: Despite being away from the top tier of Indian football for eight years, Dempo Sports Club remain one of the most successful teams in the country with five national league titles.The club is now in the I-League after climbing their way up from the second division," said Dempo president Shrinivas Dempo at the club's academy in Ella, Old Goa, on Friday. "(Coach) Samir and his team have made a new beginning. From last season, we are back in the I-League. We hope to clinch more I-League titl ...Read More >
Shillong, Oct 17 (UNI) When Shillong was chosen for the friendly between India and Maldives earlier this year it was often said that this would be the city's first international football match. Devoted fans of the game knew that this was not entirely accurate, however, as it was only the first men's international because Shillong had already played host to the women's football events at the South Asian Games in 2016. On February 15, 2016 India won the final and the gold medal by beating Nepal ...Read More >
'The lack of communication from the AIFF has been deeply disappointing, and the silence surrounding this matter has caused further erosion of confidence among clubs and other stakeholders.' IMAGE: The All India Football Federation, headed by Kalyan Chaubey, had earlier proposed to conduct the Indian Super League in December. Photograph: AIFF/X Ten Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Thursday termed the delay in the tender process pertaining to the selection of a new commercial partner of the Al ...Read More >
CHENNAI: days after its senior men's national football team failed to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) came under scanner once again due to the lack of action over finding a new partner to run the already delayed 2025-26 Indian Super League (ISL). Ten ISL clubs on Thursday had written a strongly-worded letter to AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey alleging a breach of trust over the lack of action in commencing the tender process to find a new commercial partner ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) Ten Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Thursday termed the delay in the tender process pertaining to the selection of a new commercial partner of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as a "breach of trust" and demanded immediate clarity on the matter. On August 28, during a hearing relating to AIFF's constitution which was then pending, the AIFF and ISL organisers FSDL had submitted a "consensual resolution" to the Supreme Court, with the national federation agreeing ...Read More >
Narainpur (Chhattisgarh), Oct 16 (UNI) Manipur once again reigned supreme, defeating Bengal 1-0 to defend their Senior Women's National Football Championship for Rajmata Jijabai Trophy 2025-26 title at the RKM Ashrama ground here. It was Lynda Kom Serto who rose to the occasion in stoppage time, scoring the decisive goal in the 93rd minute, breaking Bengal's hearts and sealing a record-extending 23rd title for the Northeastern giants. The half time ended goalless. From the outset, it was cle ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 14 (PTI) Justice (retd) Nageswara Rao has left it to the Supreme Court to take "a suitable view" on the two contentious articles of the draft constitution of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) in his report submitted to the apex court. On October 9, the AIFF had approached the SC, seeking a clarification on the two articles -- Article 23.3, and Article 25.3 (b) and (c) -- in view of the objections raised by world football governing body FIFA. The next day, an SC bench aske ...Read More >
Panaji: India won bronze at the CAFA Nations Cup last month without seven regulars from champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant and coach Khalid Jamil will have to beat the odds again in his next assignment -- twin qualifiers against Singapore -- with another under-strength side.India face group leaders Singapore in two crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 final round qualifiers on Oct 9 (away) and Oct 14 at home, with Jamil not being able to pick his best squad due to the now all-too-familiar club and country ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 9 (ANI): UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with football fans in Mumbai and expressed his delight at the way football brings communities together, outlining the impact of the Premier League's training programme on the development of the sport in India. On Wednesday, the Premier League organised a Community Coach Development Showcase at Cooperage Football Ground in Mumbai, marking an important step in its long-term commitment to developing the country's com ...Read More >
Panaji: Valanka Alemao has found a place in FIFA's women's football development committee, a first for a woman from India.The first woman to be elected as member of the All India Football Federation's executive committee in 2022, Valanka is also the first woman CEO of a top-tier club in the country, having been appointed to the post at Churchill Brothers FC in 2012. She is also the chairperson of the AIFF women's committee.The FIFA women's football development committee for 2025-29 has 25 member ...Read More >
Jamshedpur, Oct 8: Tata Motors secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Jharkhand Sporting Club in the Premier Division semifinal at the JRD Tata Sports Complex on Wednesday, setting up an exciting title clash against Tata Steel. Jharkhand Sporting Club took an early lead through Maheshwar Tudu in the 4th minute, but Tata Motors quickly bounced back. Rohit Tigga turned the game around with a brilliant brace, scoring in the 15th and 31st minutes to give his side a 2-1 lead at halftime. In the seco ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): Indian athlete and adventurer Mann Sharma, made history on Monday as he officially kicked off Mann vs Burpees, the world's first-ever Burpee Marathon at the Jawaharlal Nehru (JLN) Stadium in New Delhi. This World Book of Records attempt will see Mann cover the full marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres entirely through burpee broad jumps over the next ten days. The event was flagged off by Chief Guest, Union Sports Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya. Also Read | ...Read More >
Kolkata: Lionel Messi on Thursday confirmed his participation in the much-anticipated GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling it an "honour" to revisit the "passionate football nation" country where he last played 14 years ago. "It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago -- the fans were fantastic. "India is a passionate football nation, and I look forward to meeting a new generation of fans while sharing th ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3 (ANI): District, the going out platform of Zomato, shared a video paying tribute to the football legend Lionel Messi highly anticipated return to India with the upcoming three-city GOAT tour. Taking to their Instagram handle on Friday, District by Zomato shared a fast-paced video featuring love from the fans of Messi from India. The high-paced film acts as a cultural tribute to the eight-time Ballon dOr winner, weaving together raw, emotional visuals fro ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3 (ANI): District, the going out platform of Zomato, shared a video paying tribute to the football legend Lionel Messi's highly anticipated return to India with the upcoming three-city GOAT tour. Taking to their Instagram handle on Friday, District by Zomato shared a fast-paced video featuring love from the fans of Messi from India. Also Read | 'The Lost Bus' Movie Review: A Gripping, Fire-Fueled Thriller With Dependable Matthew McConaughey Firmly at Wheel ...Read More >
Kolkata: Lionel Messi on Thursday confirmed his participation in the much-anticipated GOAT Tour of India 2025, calling it an "honour" to revisit the "passionate football nation" country where he last played 14 years ago. "It is such an honour for me to make this trip. India is a very special country, and I have good memories from my time there 14 years ago -- the fans were fantastic. "India is a passionate football nation, and I look forward to meeting a new generation of fans while sharing th ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Indian men's football team head coach Khalid Jamil on Tuesday released five players, including Jithin MS and Manvir Singh (jr), from the preparatory camp in the lead up to the AFC Asian Cup qualifier matches against Singapore. "Defender Asheer Akhtar, forwards Jithin and Manvir Singh (jr), Mohammed Aimen, who play on the wing, and midfielder Vibin Mohanan have been released from the camp," the All India Football Federation (AIFF) said on its social media handle. ...Read More >
Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant were removed from Asian Champions League 2 for the second successive season after the 136-year-old club pulled out of Tuesday's away tie to Iran's Sepahan citing a lack of safety and security. "In accordance with Article 5.2 of the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Competition Regulations, the Asian Football Confederation confirms that India's Mohun Bagan Super Giant are considered to have withdrawn from the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 competition after the ...Read More >
GANDERBAL, Sept 29: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid foundation stone for more than a dozen development projects worth Rs 36.50 crore during an extensive tour of Ganderbal district, reaffirming his Government's commitment to strengthening infrastructure in sports, power sectors and improving road connectivity in the district. At Beehama, the Chief Minister inaugurated six major sports infrastructure projects including the upgradation of Beehama Stadium, Madr-e-Meherban St ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 26 (PTI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday congratulated a higher secondary school from Kozhikode for creating history by winning the Subroto Cup football tournament. Farook Higher Secondary School, Kerala clinched the junior boys title of the 64th Subroto Cup International football tournament with a 2-0 win over the Amenity Public School, CBSE at the Ambedkar Stadium. Vijayan, in a Facebook post, said that the victory of the school, which represented the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Takhellamba (20') and Adikrishna (62') scored as Farook Higher Secondary School, Kerala, clinched the Junior Boys (U17) title of the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament as it defeated the Amenity Public School, CBSE 2-0, which was played at the Ambedkar Stadium here on Thursday. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh PVSM AVSM, Chief of the Air Staff and Chairman, Subroto Mukerjee Sports Education Society, presented the trophy to the winners along with Divy ...Read More >
Raipur: A tragic industrial accident at the under-construction Godavari Power and Steel Limited Plant in Silatara Chowki (police post), Raipur, claimed the lives of six labourers and left six others severely injured, prompting renewed scrutiny of safety standards in construction zones across Chhattisgarh. The incident occurred during routine work hours when a section of the plant's structure collapsed. Eyewitnesses described a deafening crash followed by chaos as workers rushed to rescue colle ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 26 (PTI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday congratulated a higher secondary school from Kozhikode for creating history by winning the Subroto Cup football tournament. Farook Higher Secondary School, Kerala clinched the junior boys title of the 64th Subroto Cup International football tournament with a 2-0 win over the Amenity Public School, CBSE at the Ambedkar Stadium. Vijayan, in a Facebook post, said that the victory of the school, which represented the ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Argentina football team, along with Lionel Messi, is likely to play against Australia in Kochi in November, according to the news agency PTI. No date has been fixed for the exhibition match, but the match is likely to be played between November 12 and 18. There were some controversies around the Argentina team's visit to Kerala, with some early reports suggesting that the team would not visit the country. However, some months later, the Kerala sports minister, V Abdurahiman, said ...Read More >
Kolkata: Asia is calling Mohun Bagan Super Giant again. However, as Jose Molina's team is preparing to launch their AFC Champions League Two campaign with a home match against Turkmenistan's Ahal FK here on Tuesday, one could go back to a time not long ago but one that ruined their continental hopes just after one match. On a Nov afternoon at Mohun Bagan's Maidan tent, a month after his team was deemed "withdrawn" from the revamped AFC tournament for refusing to travel to a conflict-ridden Iran ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai police has recorded the statement of Shilpa Shetty's husband Raj Kundra in a Rs. 60 crore alleged fraud case. Mumbai Police shared an update in the case and stated: "Investigations are going on against actress Shilpa Shetty and her husband Raj Kundra in an alleged fraud case of Rs. 60 crore. A summon was issued by the Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police to Raj Kundra. He was asked to appear before police for the investigation." They further stat ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 16 (ANI): Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will begin their AFC Champions League Two campaign against Turkmenistan's Ahal FK on Tuesday, with their latest signings expected to play a crucial role in the team's continental ambitions, according to the Indian Super League's (ISL) official website. The Mariners are entering the ACL 2 with high ambitions, and their new signings will be crucial to their success on the continental stage. Also Read | India U-17 M ...Read More >
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