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Chanmari FC promoted to I-League 2025-26!

Chanmari FC became the second and final team to secure promotion to I-League 2025-26 on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Despite losing 0-1 on home turf to Diamond Harbour FC, who claimed the I-League 2 title with the win, Chanmari were assured of a top-two finish after their nearest challengers Sporting …

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Bibiano Fernandes names 35 probables for SAFF U-19 Championship!

India U19 men’s team head coach Bibiano Fernandes, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, announced 35 probables for the SAFF U19 Championship that will be held in Yupia, Arunachal Pradesh, from May 9 to 18, 2025. Hosts India will face Sri Lanka (May 9) and Nepal (May 13) in Group B. …

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Crispin Chettri names 39 probables for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers!

A list of 39 probables for the Indian senior women’s team camp was, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, announced by head coach Crispin Chettri. The Blue Tigresses are set to play the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from June 23 to July 5. They have …

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Kalinga Super Cup 2025 Preview: A captivating contest for one ticket to Asia!

The fifth instalment of the Kalinga Super Cup will kick off on Sunday, April 20, 2025, as 15 teams battle it out for the trophy and a slot in next season’s AFC Champions League Two. All matches will be telecast on Star Sports 3 and streamed live on JioHotstar. Unlike …

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East Bengal put the cherry on top of IWL title by defeating Gokulam Kerala!

East Bengal FC’s first-half blitz was enough to beat Gokulam Kerala FC 3-0 in IWL 2024-25 at the East Bengal ground on Friday, April 18, 2025. East Bengal were already sure to be champions before a ball had been kicked, but the result meant they have now beaten every team …

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AIFF Condoles the demise of former Finance & Competitions Committee member CP Malik!

The All India Football Federation condoles the death of former AIFF Finance Committee and former AIFF Competitions Committee member, Mr. CP Malik, who passed away in Bengaluru on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. He was a member of the Finance Committee between 2013 and 2016, and the Competitions Committee between 2009 …

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One Million Strong! FIFA Volunteer Programme passes landmark!

The FIFA Volunteer Programme has passed another milestone, with more than one million now having joined the community since it was launched in December 2020. The number reflects the importance of volunteers in delivering FIFA tournaments where they perform a variety of crucial roles which include greeting legends, finding seats …

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Hosting AFC Asian Cup 2031 to be a big boost for Indian football!

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted its bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the footballing royalty of the continent to India. India’s bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation …

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Unbeaten Diamond Harbour FC promoted to I-League 2025-26!

Diamond Harbour FC became the first side to secure promotion to the I-League 2025-26 on Friday, April 11, 2025. The West Bengal side defeated Sports Academy Tirur 2-1 in Manjeri and are assured of a top two finish in the 2024-25 I-League 2 season. Still unbeaten after 14 matches, Diamond …

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Shaikh Salman hails unprecedented response for AFC Asian Cup 2031 hosting!

Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa paid tribute to the Continent’s Member Associations (MAs) after the Confederation received a record seven Expressions of Interest (EoI) to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031™ final competition. Chairing the 6th AFC Executive Committee meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, …

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