Fighting against the odds and rising above them has been the hallmark of Ngangbam Naocha’s footballing career. Just a couple of days before his first game for FC Bengaluru United in mid-January 2024, he got the devastating news that his house had burned down in Manipur. “Such circumstances will be …
Read More »FC Bengaluru United head coach Varela & Sevilla FC engage in productive knowledge transfer sessions!
Bengaluru United Head Coach Fernando Varela recently visited Sevilla FC in Spain as part of the agreement between the Bengaluru-based club and their international partner. Varela, who spent 4 days (February 28 – March 2) in Sevilla, visited the Sevilla FC Academy, attended their training session and was a keen …
Read More »FC Bengaluru United head coach Fernando Varela visits Sevilla FC!
The partnership between Sevilla FC and FC Bengaluru United continues to thrive following an agreement signed between the two clubs in 2021. Last week, the Indian club’s coach, Fernando Varela, visited the city to learn about the structure and philosophy at Sevilla Fútbol Club, in accordance with the agreement signed …
Read More »Over 55 Teams set to feature in Reliance Foundation Development League – Season 3!
The Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) kicked off its third season on Wednesday, February 14 with the first match in Mizoram. This youth football extravaganza has become a breeding ground for emerging talent, offering a crucial platform for players to shine and catch the eyes of top-tier clubs. “The RFDL …
Read More »XtraTime VIDEO: AIFF Competitions Calendar for 2024-25 season set!
The AIFF Executive Committee has approved the AIFF Competitions Calendar for the season 2024-25. The Nomination Criteria for Member Associations have also been prepared to ensure a fair and consistent selection process. The senior men’s calendar is set to kick off with the Durand Cup in late July. The Indian …
Read More »AIFF Competitions Calendar for 2024-25 season released!
The AIFF Executive Committee has approved the AIFF Competitions Calendar for the season 2024-25. The Nomination Criteria for Member Associations have also been prepared to ensure a fair and consistent selection process. The senior men’s calendar is set to kick off with the Durand Cup in late July. The Indian …
Read More »Kickstart FC VIDEO: Tottenham Hotspur Academy coaches speak!
Tottenham Hotspur Academy coaches, Nick Hardy and Sabrina Dias share their experience of being in India and give their insights about the talent and eagerness of the kids at Kickstart FC. The coaches had a lot of advice to give to the children and that the only way forward for …
Read More »FC Bengaluru United to hold Elite Youth Team trials!
Second Division League side FC Bengaluru United are set to hold trials across their elite youth teams next week. The trials for the Under-9, U-11, U-13, U-15, U-17, and U-19s would be held on Monday, January 22 at the HAL Sports Club ground. The U-9, U-11, and U-13 trials would …
Read More »South United FC launches 3 training centres in Pune!
South United FC, whose first team plays in the Bangalore Super Division, has officially announced the opening of three training centres in Pune, with an aim to bolster the rich footballing culture of the city and make it a hub for the sport in Western India. The three centres of …
Read More »Eight-team I-League 2 set to kick off on January 20!
The 2023-24 I-League 2, featuring eight teams, is set to begin on Saturday, January 20, 2024. The league will be played on a home-and-away basis in a double round-robin format, with the top two teams being promoted to the 2024-25 I-League and the bottom two to be relegated to the …
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