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Success of Kolkata’s ‘Big 3’ will have huge impact: AIFF prez

Last updated : Apr 18, 2024 20:04

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Apr 17, 2024 19:04

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The success of Kolkata’s ‘Big Three’ - Mohun Bagan Super Giant, East Bengal and Mohammedan Sporting - will not just have a massive impact on state football but will also have a positive effect on the sport in the country, All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey said on Tuesday.

Seven months, four titles, and the ‘Mecca of Indian football’ was celebrating after Mohun Bagan’s maiden League Winners Shield triumph following its 2-1 win over Mumbai City FC at the packed Salt Lake Stadium here on Monday.

Apr 17, 2024 19:04

Gokulam Kerala to launch Elite Residential Academy in Chennai

Gokulam Kerala FC, the two-time I-League champions, will launch its Elite Residential Academy for boys and girls for the age of 8 and above in Chennai. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent and fostering excellence in Indian football.

Apr 16, 2024 18:04

Bagan's maiden ISL Winner’s Shield earn AFC Champions League 2 spot

A 10-man Mohun Bagan Super Giant weathered a late resurgence to defeat defending League Shield winners Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League on Monday to dethrone them and take their maiden crown in front of a packed Salt Lake stadium. Apart from lifting the glittering Shield, the Mariners have earned a ticket to the AFC Champions League 2.

Apr 16, 2024 18:04

ISL announces venues of the 2023–2024 playoffs and semis

The Indian Super League announced the venues of the 2023 - 2024 knockouts and semi-finals to commence on April 19.

Apr 15, 2024 20:04

90% of India's top footballers come from 9 states, 1 city: Report

In a country with a population of over 1.4 billion, 90 percent of the country’s elite-level players come from nine states and one city, according to a report by Indian Express. Moreover, the data, when broken down further, indicates that over 65 percent of top-level football players in the country come from only five states.

Apr 15, 2024 20:04

Bhawanipore FC partners LaLiga for grassroot development

KOLKATA: The LaLiga Academy on Saturday tied up with city-based Premier Division Club Bhawanipore FC that promises to bring in Spanish flair and technique to grassroot football in West Bengal. Designed by the Global Technical director of LaLiga along with a team of experts across several countries, the partnership will also introduce analytics at the grassroot level to help the coaches and scouts.

Apr 15, 2024 20:04

Bundesliga Dream India project ropes in Kartik Aaryan as ambassador

Hindi film A lister Kartik Aaryan has been named as an ambassador for the “Bundesliga Dream India” project, which officially kicked off this weekend. A Gen Z icon, Aaryan attended the national trials in Mumbai last weekend. He will also work with the DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga and promote the project across his various social media channels, which together have more than 44 million followers.

Apr 12, 2024 20:04

Mohammedan Sporting will fulfil ISL licensing criteria: TD

Last Friday, 133-year-old football club Mohammedan Sporting clinched their maiden I-League title to earn a promotion to the prestigious Indian Super League (ISL). Needing only a draw against Shillong Lajong FC, the once Kolkata giants won 2-1 in an away fixture for a ticket to the coveted championship with one game to spare, subject to fulfilling the Indian Club Licensing System Premier 1 criteria.

Apr 12, 2024 19:04

Chennaiyin FC, HCLFoundation join hands to promote grassroots football

NEW DELHI: Chennaiyin FC have announced its collaboration with HCLFoundation, which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of global technology company HCLTech in India, as the Social Cause Partner for the 10th season of Indian Super League (ISL).

Apr 12, 2024 19:04

ISL final on May 4; playoffs from April 19

The Indian Super League has announced the dates of the 2023-24 season final and the playoffs scheduled to start this month. The ISL season final will be held on May 4. The fight for a place in the final starts on April 19 with the knockout matches followed by the semi-finals in a home and away format.

Apr 12, 2024 19:04

News9 ‘Indian Tigers & Tigresses’ talent hunt

News9 launches football talent hunt for U-14 boys & girls

NOIDA: In a move to boost India’s football talent and provide a global pathway for young players, TV9 Network’s English news brand News9 has announced the launch of ‘Indian Tigers & Tigresses’ – the largest-ever football talent hunt aimed at boys and girls below 14 years of age.

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