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Oceania

Intercontinental Cup: Opponent coaches laud AIFF for ‘inviting’ them!

New Zealand and Kenya contingent heaped lavish praises on All India Football Federation for inviting them to the Intercontinental Cup which they feel is a “unique concept.” “We would like to grab this opportunity with both hands. On the behalf of the Kenya Football Federation, we would like to thank …

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New Zealand coach Fritz Schmid: India are somewhere between Sleeping Giant & Rising Competitor!

New Zealand head coach Fritz Schmid labelled India lying somewhere between “a sleeping giant and a rising competitor”. In an exclusive interview to AIFF Media prior to the kick-off of the Intercontinental Cup, Schmid speaks at length about how he feels India will be more prepared for the tournament after …

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Intercontinental Cup: India open campaign against Chinese Taipei!

India will take on Chinese Taipei on the opening day of the much-awaited Intercontinental Cup which kicks-off at the Mumbai Football Arena on June 1, 2018. The other two teams in the competition – Kenya and New Zealand will play their first match against each other the next day. The …

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New Zealand’s football kits by Nike evoke the Spirit of a Maori Legend!

In Maori legend, New Zealand’s endemic silver fern represents strength, resistance and power. These traits relate to the unique underside of the tree’s fronds that reflect under moonlight, creating something akin to a natural nightlight. Thus, they have been celebrated for guiding travellers. “People in New Zealand rally behind the …

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India coach Constantine summons 30 players for preparatory camp ahead of Intercontinental Cup!

Indian national team head coach Stephen Constantine called up 30 players for the National Team’s preparatory camp for the Intercontinental Cup which is slated to be held in Mumbai from June 1, 2018. The summoned players are to assemble for the Camp in Mumbai on May 16 while players from …

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Mumbai Football Arena to host inaugural International Cup from June 1!

The Mumbai Football Arena, the new hub of Indian Football will play host to the inaugural edition of the four-nation Intercontinental Cup from June 1-10, 2018 which will see the Indian National Team competing with the likes of South Africa, New Zealand and Chinese Taipei. The Intercontinental Cup which will …

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Oceania Football Confederation president David Chung resigns!

World football governing body FIFA has taken note of the resignation of David Chung as a member of the FIFA Council and as President of OFC (Oceania Football Confederation) for personal reasons. In accordance with the FIFA Statutes (art. 33 par. 8), OFC members will now have to decide on …

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New Zealand announce squad for 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup in India!

New Zealand U-17 head coach Danny Hay has announced his 21-member squad for the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup in India. The „Young All Whites“ are set to face Mali, Paraguay and Turkey in Group B at the World Cup finals. Hay has told his squad in their first selection …

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VIDEO – Hyundai: 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup – Australia/New Zealand – We all feel the same!

Football fans around the world feel the same way about their beloved nations. From beating their fiercest rivals to having the opportunity to show what a small nation can do, all of these inspire moments of elation and create memories that stay with us forever. To celebrate the FIFA Confederations …

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