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Chennaiyin FC sign versatile Masih Saighani of Afghanistan!

Former Indian Super League champions Chennaiyin FC has announced the signing of 32-year-old Masih Saighani on a free transfer for the 2019-20 campaign. The versatile former Afghanistan international can deploy as a central defensive midfielder or central defender and has previous experience of playing in India with Aizawl FC. Saighani …

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Chennaiyin FC B conclude Durand Cup campaign with hard-fought Indian Air Force draw!

The Chennaiyin FC B team concluded their maiden Durand Cup campaign with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against the Indian Air Force at the Mohun Bagan Ground today. Striker Bawlte Rohmingthanga and goalkeeper Samik Mitra stood out at both ends of the pitch, as CFC B were made to defend resolutely …

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Defender Eli Sabia extends Chennaiyin FC contract!

Chennaiyin FC’s Brazilian defender Eli Sabia has penned a contract extension with the club, that will see the 30-year-old turn out for Head Coach John Gregory’s side for the 2019-20 season. “I am very happy to continue with the club I love so much. In this new season, along with …

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Chennaiyin FC sign defender Lucian Goian from Mumbai City FC!

Chennaiyin FC have announced the signing of Romanian central defender Lucian Goian for the 2019/20 campaign. The 36-year-old joins the club on a free transfer, and is no stranger to Indian football, having spent the previous three seasons at Indian Super League side Mumbai City FC. “It feels great to …

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Chennaiyin FC bid farewell to fan favourite Mailson Alves!

Two-time Indian Super League champions Chennaiyin FC today confirmed that they have parted ways with central defender and 2018/19 season captain Mailson Alves, by mutual consent. Mailson departs as a Chennaiyin FC legend, having played in three of the five seasons in the club’s history, making a total of 56 …

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Chennaiyin FC B begin Durand Cup campaign with 0-4 loss to Gokulam Kerala FC!

The Chennaiyin FC B team suffered a 0-4 defeat at the hands of Gokulam Kerala FC in their Durand Cup – Group D opener at the Howrah Stadium in Kolkata today. Gokulam Kerala FC skipper Marcus Joseph starred with a hattrick with Ugandan forward Henry Kisekka adding another. The Chennaiyin …

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Rejuvenated Chennaiyin FC B team set for Durand Cup challenge!

A rejuvenated Chennaiyin FC B team is all set to compete in the 129th edition of the coveted Durand Cup to be held in West Bengal. Chennaiyin FC B are in Group D alongside I-League side Gokulam Kerala FC, 2018-19 Second Division League winners Tiddim Road Athletic Union (TRAU) FC …

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Chennaiyin FC U-13s return to action with 2019 International Cup of Joy!

The Chennaiyin FC Under-13 team is all set to return to action in the 2019 International Cup of Joy (ICOJ) scheduled from August 1-4, 2019. The annual tournament will be held in Chennai at the Chettinad School and Gateway International School. Twelve teams are split across three groups, with Chennaiyin …

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