He’s known as the ‘Black Pearl’ in Kerala. In Bengal, he was ‘Kalo Harin’ (black buck). From the 1980s to the early 2000s, Vijayan was the star of Indian football. Speaking to Malayala Manorama Chief of Bureau – Kochi, Antony John, Vijayan talks about his rise, his idols, contemporaries and …
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Blue Tigers’ midfield sensation Sahal Abdul Samad heaped praises on legendary India International IM Vijayan, stating that the latter is one of a kind. During a Live show on AIFF TV, Sahal expressed his awe at Vijayan, who is regarded as one of the role models for young footballers coming …
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In an exclusive interview with Malayala Manorama Chief of Bureau – Kochi, Antony John, Indian football legend I.M. Vijayan talks about his rise, his idols, contemporaries and successors, his acting career and more. This will be a three-part series where Vijayan traces his journey across Indian football, cinema and stardom. …
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Earlier today, the latest FIFA ‘Coca Cola’ Men’s World Ranking were released by the world football governing body and in the October rankings, India gained a spot to 108th position behind the Faroe Islands, but ahead of Estonia; while 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinalists Belgium stays No. 1. India have …
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It was in 2012 against Azerbaijan that Adil Khan made his senior international debut but due to a spate of injuries, his hopes of returning to the national team appeared to be up in flames. However, like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the 32-year-old made an awe-inspiring come back …
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Inside a gymnasium in Aizawl, Mizoram, a stocky, but the well-chiselled figure is often seen donning a pair of 10oz gloves. Indian Football Team striker Jeje Lalpekhlua takes his stance in front of a punching bag and expertly uses his feet to move around while planting his knuckles on the …
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Indian national team defender Adil Ahmed Khan joins AIFF TV, as he looks back at his memorable goal against Bangladesh in Kolkata last year, his incredible comeback from injury and his bonding with his teammates.
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Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has extended his condolences to the All India Football Federation and the family and friends of former Indian footballer Carlton Chapman who passed away at the age of 49 on Monday, October 12. Chapman enjoyed a distinguished international and …
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As XtraTime reports, India and ATK Mohun Bagan defender Sandesh Jhingan is taking part in the Pele initiative on his 80th birthday to raise money to fight COVID-19. Great initiative! And great to see Sandesh take part!!! It’s an honor for me to take part in this amazing initiative and …
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In the next episode in the saga, young defender Anwar Ali appeared before the AIFF Medical Committee on Sunday, October 11 along with his doctor who joined in the video conference from London. After being stopped from playing by the All India Football Federation last month, Anwar Ali sought the …
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