Indian Football

Indian football recently faced a huge setback when the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) suspended one of its most famous clubs, Mohun Bagan FC.

Lionel Messi, accompanied by global football stars Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, visited India in what was expected to be a landmark moment for Indian football. Over the course of a 3 days, the trio toured major cities including Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, drawing massive crowds and a a lot of attention to the sport. Historic stadiums were filled with fans, young aspiring footballers, and celebrities eager to witness the presence of three world class players. Th

Canadian striker Shaan Hundal, who plays for York United in the Canadian Premier League, has made headlines by expressing his willingness to renounce his Canadian citizenship in order to represent the Indian national team. Hundal currently holds Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status, which gives him a pathway to become eligible, but he would need to live in India for at least one year and obtain an Indian passport before he can play for the national team. His contract with Y

After the Supreme Court expressed serious concern that the 2025–26 Indian Super League season might be canceled due to the failed commercial rights bid, the central government stepped in to help resolve the crisis. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports scheduled a full day of meetings led by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya at the Sports Authority of India headquarters. Representatives from the AIFF, ISL clubs, I-League teams, broadcasters, and former commercial partners

After the commercial rights tender for the Indian Super League (ISL) failed, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) quickly shifted focus by issuing a new Request for Proposal (RFP) for the I-League, I-League 2, and I-League 3. This tender covers rights until the 2029–30 season and aims to strengthen the base of India’s football pyramid. Unlike the ISL tender, which demanded a high annual minimum guarantee, the I-League tender requires only ₹6 crore per year, making it far

Nine-year-old Urban Neg i, a footballer of Indian  origin, has made a significant step by signing with the prestigious Everton FC Academy  in England in November 2025. Negi, who grew up in South London and previously played for grassroots club Dynamo Youth FC , was noted for his impressive close control, dribbling ability, and confidence with the ball from a very early age. His move to Everton’s Finch Farm Academy  is seen as a proud moment for the Indian diaspora, as Premier