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India, the largest country by population on Earth, is not playing at the football world cup. Currently ranked 139th in FIFA, the Indian team is going through some of the hard times in their international football. After failing to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup 2027, the Blue Tigers must look back and try to rebuild from scratch. The fans, who are less in numbers than cricket lovers, are busy criticising the players and the coaching staff. Even some seasonal fans who might only watch a few European football and world cup, are questioning why India isn't at the football’s biggest stage? Why, why and when it will be possible.      Pic - Indian Football Team  To answer this question, first we need to understand that before dreaming of playing in the FIFA World Cup, the Indian team and AIFF should focus on how our team can be regular at the Asian Cup. Because in football, there's no shortcut, you need to go step by step, and the first step for the Blue Tigers ...

Pic - Indian Football Team India's national football team, popularly known as the Blue Tigers, is gearing up for the highly anticipated AFC Asian Cup 2023. As the biggest football tournament in Asia approaches, the draw has placed India in a challenging group alongside powerhouses Australia, Uzbekistan, and Syria. This article delves into the formidable opposition that India will face and analyzes the team's prospects in this prestigious tournament. Australia: A Formidable Foe Australia, known as the Socceroos, are a force to be reckoned with in Asian football. As one of the tournament favorites, they boast a strong squad filled with talented players who have proven their mettle on the global stage. Led by their experienced coach, Australia will present a significant challenge to the Blue Tigers. However, India should approach the match against Australia as an opportunity to showcase their potential and test themselves against top-tier opposition...

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...

Indian U20 men's national football team head coach Shanmugam Venkatesh named 23 man squad ahead of u20 Asian Cup Qualifiers to be held in Kuwait. India placed in Group H along with Iran, Australia and Kuwait, whom will India play in 14, 16, 18th October respectively.  Pic - All India Football Federation website Coach said that the boys are motivated and confident about qualifying for next u20 Asian Cup 2023 to be held in Uzbekistan. The players are training in Bhuvneshwar for some days before travelling to Kuwait.  The squad is as follow :-  Goalkeepers  : Zahid Hussain Bukhari, Som Kumar, Dipesh Chauhan . Defenders : Leewan Castanha, Amandeep, Abhishek Singh Tekcham, Sajad Hussain Parray, Halen Nongtdu, Brijesh Giri, Bikash Yumnam, Raj Basfore. Midfielders : Vibin Mohanan, Taison Singh Loitongbam, Harsh Shailesh Patre, Sibajit Leimapokpam, Vinay Harji, Shreyas Ketkar, Maheson Singh Tongbram, Aphaoba Singh. Forwards : Macarton Louis...

Indian U17 Women's team suffers a huge defeat against USA in their first match of FIFA U17 Women's World Cup, here at Kalinga Stadium, Bhuvneshwar by a huge margin of 8-0. Indian team starts their world cup campaign with a defeat. Pic - Indian Football Team social media USA takes an early leads in 9th minute of the match through, Rebimbas scored the first goal for them from a cross made from right-flank. And in 14th minute, USA finds their second goal from a corner kick, the goal scored by Taylor Suarez. The right flank of Indian defence looked some weak and India come up with a deep defending plan with 3-5-2 lineup against United States of America's women's u17 team which looks that the opponents come up with a better match planning than us. Again in 23th minute, Indian team made another mistake, it cost another goal. This time goalscorer Gamero snatched the ball from India defender and scored a simple shot. Head Coach of Indian team Thomas Denn...

India, second time in it's history, ready to host FIFA U17 Women's WORLD CUP after their successful completion of FIFA U17 Men's World Cup in 2017. The tournament starts in October 11 at Fatorda Stadium, Goa. Indian team ready for another FIFA competition with some numerous numbers of young women players accross the country.  Pic - All India Football Federation Danish Head Coach Thomas Dennarby announced 21 members for this prestigious world cup tournament. The matches will be played 3 different venues in the country, (Bhuvneshwar, Goa and Mumbai). Recent Indian u17 women's team played some friendly matches in an exposure tour in Spain. The young Blue Tigresses are ready to take on the world giants in the field.  Indian team will start their journey against USA in October 11 at Kalinga Stadium, Bhuvneshwar in 8 pm IST. Coach Thomas Dennarby confident that Indian team will deliver a good performance and will go in the knockout stage. Moroc...

Head Coach Igor Stimac made 3 changes in the first eleven before today's match against Vietnam. Though India suffers a huge defeat by 3-0 margin.  Pic - Indian Football Team social media In 10 minute, Vietnam found the first goal of the match from a rebound volley by a corner kick. Vietnam had the most of the possession on the ball in the first quarter. India's first chance came from a run made by Akash Mishra who found Ashique Kuruniyan in the box, but the later could not make a shot on target. And in 32 minute, Sahal Abdul Samad take a shot on target, it saved by goalkeeper. But after some time, Indian team made their first substitution when Sahal Abdul Samad got injured and young player Rahul KP comes in his position. In the last time of the first half, Akash Mishra made a cross towards Sunil Chhetri, who mada a off target header and the first half ends in Vietnam's favour.   In the second half, Vietnam found 2 more goals. In 49 minute, Nguyen Van score...

Indian National Football Team has failed to beat Singapore in a friendly match today atThống Nhất Stadium, Vietnam inHUNG THINH City friendly football tournament. India holds a 1-1 draw with Singapore in today's match. Though India had most of the possession they lacked their chances in the final third. Pic - Indian Football Team social media India had their first chance in 19 minutes of the match, when Liston Colaco takes a long ranger attempt, but it saved by opposition goalkeeper. After some time, Singapore takes a long ball into Indian box, the striker heads it towards goalpost and Gurpreet Singh made a vital save. In 32 minute, Ashique Kuruniyan made a brilliant run in the right flank but he couldn't capitalise it to a goal.  But in 36th minute, Singapore takes the lead through a free kick, goal scored by Ikhsan Fandi. After conceding the goal Indian team looks furious. And before the first half ends, Ashique Kuruniyan scored the equaliser for India by plac...

Indian National Football Team has announced their squad as they are preparing for HUNG THINH  City friendly football tournament. Head Coach Igor Stimac chooses the players for this competition. His contract is renewed till AFC Asian Cup 2023, and if India qualify for quarter final in upcoming AFC Asian Cup then his contract will be renewed automatically.  MIDFIELDERS Pic - Indian football team Social media Let's see the squad : GOALKEEPERS :  GURPREET SINGH SANDHU, DHEERAJ SINGH MOIRANGTHEM, AMRINDER SINGH DEFENDERS :  SANDESH JHINGAN ROSHAN SINGH NADREM, ANWAR ALI, AKASH MISHRA, CHINGLENSANA SINGH KONSHAM, HARMANJOT SINGH KHABRA NARENDER GHELOT MIDFIELDERS :  LISTON COLACO, MUHAMMED ASHIQUE KURUNIYAN, VIKRAM PARTAP SINGH, UDANTA SINGH KUMAM, ANIRUDH THAPA, BRANDON FERNANDES, YASIR MOHAMMAD, JEAKSON SINGH THOUNADJAM, SAHAL ABDUL SAMAD, RAHUL KANNOLY PRAVEEN, LALLIANZUALA CHHANGTE FORWARDS :  SUNIL CHHETRI, ISHAN PANDITA. The matches ...

Indian Women's team defeated Pakistan by 3-0 scoreline in the opening match of  group stage of SAFF Women's Championship 2022 at Dasarath Stadium, Kathmandu, Nepal. India starts their SAFF Championship campaign with a win. pic - Indian Football Team social media In 20th minute, Indian player Sandhiya sends a cross and it goes to goal by touching defender Maria Khan- captain of Pakistan Women's team. Again after only 3 minutes, Anju place a final pass to Dangmei Grace - who sends the ball in the net by a simple touch. Pakistan had a chance to score goal from a free kick in 58th minute, the player Maria Khan hits the wall. And in 94th minute, India scored their third goal from a cross, when Soumya Gugultoh past the Pakistan keeper.  India team had several other chances throughout the game, as they dominated larger part of the whole match. India finished their opening match with 3 point beside their name, while Pakistan Women's team saw defeat as they p...

After FIFA revoked the on All India Football Federation, elections for new executive committee of AIFF were held yesterday at Football House, Delhi. Kalyan Chaubey, the ex Indian international and current BJP politician becomes the new president of All India Football Federation after beating another well known ex player Bhaichung Bhutia one sided election. Bhaichung Bhutia gets only one vote, despite two state federation proposed him.  pic - AIFF football house, Delhi ( Google ) NA Haris will become the vice president and Kipa Ajay will be the treasurer of All India Football Federation. President of Delhi Football Federation, Shaji Pravakaran will be the new AIFF Secretary General. FIFA president Gianni Infantino helds talk on phone call with newly appointed AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey.