Valanka Alemao, AIFF's first woman executive, participated in FIFA meetings in Doha. She highlighted India's historic qualification of three women's teams for AFC Championships. Read more.
Indian football faces a pivotal 2025 with a FIFA rankings drop, ISL expansion freeze, and Lionel Messi's GOAT tour. Explore the key challenges and events shaping the sport's future.
Indian Super League clubs have formally requested the AIFF for urgent clarification on new player registration and foreigner rules ahead of the 2024-25 season. Get the full details here.
Indian Super League faces uncertainty as Odisha FC may opt out over costs, while only Jamshedpur FC is confirmed. Clubs seek AFC exemption on match criteria. Read the full story.
2025 marked Indian football's lowest point: national league stalled, Asian Cup qualification lost, and administrative chaos. Explore the full breakdown of this annus horribilis.
AIFF presents a new 20-season plan for the Indian Super League, with clubs as majority shareholders. The league could kick off in early February if the proposal is finalized. Read the details.
AIFF proposes to own & operate ISL for 20 seasons, introduces promotion/relegation. New financial model & governance board outlined. Season may start in February.
AIFF presents a 20-year plan to run ISL with Rs 1 crore participation fee, promotion-relegation & a June-May cycle. Clubs to discuss proposal amid cost concerns. Details inside.
Indian Super League clubs have formally requested the AIFF for a clear roadmap on the league's future, amid a contractual impasse and a failed commercial rights tender. Key meeting scheduled.
City Football Group sells its stake in Mumbai City FC, dealing a major blow to Indian football amid an unprecedented league suspension. Will other investors follow?
Indian football faced its darkest phase in 2024 with administrative chaos, league suspension, and senior team decline. Yet, women's and junior teams shine. Explore the full story.
AIFF proposes East-West conference or single-leg format for ISL 2025-26. Clubs demand clarity on budget, broadcast costs before agreeing. Key meeting set for Dec 29.
City Football Group sells its 65% stake in Mumbai City FC back to its Indian parent company. The exit occurs amid uncertainty in Indian football's top league. Details inside.
Karnataka's Santosh Trophy campaign suffered a major setback with a 1-2 defeat to Services in a dramatic Group H match in Bengaluru. A disallowed equaliser and nine yellow cards marked the intense contest.
The AIFF Women's Football Committee, led by Pinky Bompal Magar, has prioritized 2026 Asian Cup preparations. Plans include a robust calendar, exposure tours, and scouting for the Indian women's national team.
Global players' union FIFPRO criticises AIFF's move to create a federation-controlled National Players' Association, warning it undermines player rights. Read the full conflict details.
The All India Football Federation has turned down a proposal from ISL franchises to own and operate the league. A committee is formed to find a resolution and restart the stalled season.
The All India Football Federation has turned down a proposal from ISL franchises to own and manage the league. A new committee will seek a resolution to end the ongoing impasse in Indian football.
Indian Super League clubs propose to manage the top-tier league for Rs 10 crore yearly from 2026-27. They seek urgent AIFF approval to prevent a season halt. Read the full story.
Indian Super League clubs propose a club-owned model to AIFF, offering a Rs 10 crore annual grant and seeking operational rights. The plan faces potential roadblocks at the AGM.
ISL clubs submit a landmark proposal for a club-owned league with perpetual commercial rights, seeking regulatory oversight from AIFF. Details on the deadline and future implications.
Indian Super League clubs formally propose a new club-owned model with perpetual rights, aiming for financial sustainability. AIFF would remain as regulator. Key details inside.
AIFF directs ISL clubs to submit a consortium proposal to run the 2025-26 season. The plan will be discussed at the Dec 20 AGM, but no guarantees are given. Read the latest developments.
Asian Football Confederation imposes a one-season ban and heavy fines on Mohun Bagan Super Giant for withdrawing from AFC Champions League Two. AIFF and FC Goa also fined in separate rulings.
Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (BBFS) holds scouting trials in Jaipur on Dec 21, 2025, for its Residential Academy. Footballers born 2010-2015 can apply. Register now!
Brothers United Football Club emerged as the undefeated champions of the Under-17 Rajasthan Boys Football League. Read about the thrilling final and award winners.
Capri Sports emerges as the only bidder for the 5-year commercial rights of the Indian Women's League. The AIFF's committee will evaluate the bid within 48 hours. Details inside.
All ISL clubs except East Bengal warn AIFF of an untenable financial crisis as central revenue dries up. The federation forwards the plea to the Sports Ministry. Read the full story.
Historic moment for Indian women's football as Zinc Football Girls Academy, India's first fully residential girls' academy, opens in Zawar, Rajasthan. 20 girls from humble backgrounds get free world-class training, education, and a shot at glory.
East Bengal FC secured a 3-1 victory over Punjab FC in the AIFF Super Cup semifinal, setting up a summit clash with FC Goa. Get all the match details and key highlights here.