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ISL Play-offs Preview

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The regular matches of Hero Indian Super League 2022-23 has ended on a high note, while 6 teams qualified for the next phase of this tournament. The top 2 teams - Mumbai City FC and Hyderabad FC directly qualified for semifinals and the other 4 teams will play each other in a knockout match to set their spots in semifinal.  Kerala Blasters will play Bengaluru FC at Kanteveera Stadium on 3rd March again this season. Bengaluru FC has a huge advantage to play this game at home and secondly, they have a fine form in the last few group matches. The partnership between Roy Krishna and Sivashakthi Narayan is running like a fox in the box, their understanding and courter attack will be the main danger for Kerala Blasters defence, who have lost their last game by one goal. The Blasters will have a huge challenge to stop this attacking duo and score goals against the run of play to find themselves in semifinal. On the other match, ATK Mohun Bagan will ...

An Overview of Jimmy Carter's Life and Career

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Jimmy Carter is a name that is familiar to most Americans, but not everyone knows the full story of his life and career. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, James Earl Carter Jr. grew up in a family of peanut farmers. As a child, he attended local schools and worked on his family's farm. Image :- Jimmy Carter After graduating from high school in 1941, Carter attended Georgia Southwestern College and later transferred to the United States Naval Academy, where he graduated in 1946. He served in the Navy for several years, and then returned to Georgia to take over the family business. In the early 1960s, Carter began to get involved in local politics. He served as a state senator from 1963 to 1967, and then as governor of Georgia from 1971 to 1975. During his time as governor, Carter gained a reputation as a reformer and a champion of civil rights. In 1976, Carter announced his candidacy for President of the United States. He campaigned on a platform of ho...

Mizo Sniper Jeje announced his retirement

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Jeje Lalpekhlua, one of the most popular football players in India, announced his retirement from professional football on 17th February, 2023. The 32-year-old striker, who played for Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League, cited injuries as the reason for this tough decision.  Image - Jeje Lalpekhlua Jeje Lalpekhlua, hails from Mizoram, a state in the Northeast India. He started his football career at a very young age and played for various clubs in his home state before joining Pune FC in 2008. Throughout his professional career he played for various clubs accross the country including Dempo, Mohun Bagan, Chennaiyin FC, East Bengal. During his young age, he played for Indian u19 and u23 football team. He made his debut for the senior Indian football team in 2011 and quickly established himself as one of the best strikers in the country alongside teammate Sunil Chhetri. His career highlights include winning the Indian Super League twice with Chenn...

An analysis on the future growth of Indian Football

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The future of Indian football looks bright, with potential for growth and development in the coming years. Despite being considered a minor player in the world of international football, India has made great strides in recent years in promoting the sport and developing its infrastructure. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has been instrumental in promoting the sport and has implemented several initiatives aimed at increasing its popularity and creating a more supportive environment for players and fans alike. Pic credit - NDTV One of the biggest drivers of growth in Indian football has been the Indian Super League (ISL). Launched in 2014, the ISL has rapidly become one of the most popular football leagues in the country. With high-profile investors and top Indian and international players participating, the ISL has been a catalyst for the growth of the sport and has helped to generate increased interest in Indian football. The success of the ISL has also resulted in ...