Indian Football Team

Braian Sanchez scored a brace to help Bengaluru FC register a 3-1 win over Inter Kashi FC in an Indian Super League match here on Sunday. The win took BFC to fourth position in the points table and three points behind the leaders, Mumbai City FC. Rahul Bheke achieved a personal milestone as he made his 100th appearance for BFC. Ashique Kuruniyan gave BFC the lead in the 20th minute before Sanchez struck in the 69th and 90+8th minute. Alfred Moya scored the lone goal for Inter Kashi in the 38th minute. BFC faced an early setback before kick-off, as Ryan Williams picked up a slight muscle strain during warmup and was replaced by Namgyal Bhutia on the flank for his first start in the ISL this season. After finding their rhythm and dominating possession in the opening minutes, BFC broke the deadlock in the 20th minute of the game, when Ashique pounced on a loose ball after an error from the Inter Kashi backline, and finished it off with a powerful left footed shot into the roof of the

India women's football team face a must-win clash as they take on Chinese Taipei in their last Group C match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup here on Tuesday. India are currently bottom of the group at fourth place with zero points from two matches after having lost against Vietnam (1-2) and Japan (0-11). Japan are at the top of the group with six points from two games, while Chinese Taipei and Vietnam are second and third, respectively, with both sides tied on three points apiece. However the Blue Tigresses still have a chance to make it to the quarter-finals, should they defeat Chinese Taipei by a margin of two goals or more, and if Japan defeat Vietnam on Tuesday in the simultaneous kick-off. Even a victory by a margin of one goal may be enough, should the match between Bangladesh and Uzbekistan on Monday, end in a draw. The top two teams from each of the three groups, along with the two best third-place finishers will make it to the last eight. India head coach Amelia Valverde ...

The dual broadcast approach is expected to enhance viewership and make the league more accessible to younger, tech-savvy audiences.

Lallianzuala Chhangte's early second-half strike proved decisive as Mumbai City FC edged past Kerala Blasters FC 10 in an Indian Super League match here on Sunday. The Islanders now have six points from two matches, while Kerala Blasters are yet to open their account. Chhangte's decisive strike arrived in the 48th minute. Earlier, Jorge Pereyra Diaz had missed from the penalty spot in the first half, as the two sides went into the interval deadlocked at 0-0. Chhangte received the Player of the Match award. David Catala made four changes to his starting line-up, handing Arsh Anwer Shaikh a start in goal in place of Sachin Suresh, while Sandeep Singh, Marlon Roos Trujillo and Naocha Singh replaced Muhammed Saheef, Aiban Dohling and Ebindas Yesudas. Petr Kratky, meanwhile, made a solitary alteration, with Vikram Partap Singh coming in for the injured Jorge Ortiz. Both goalkeepers were called into action in an open start that set the tone for the contest. Victor Bertomeu forced a shar

Having managed Costa Rica's women's national team at two FIFA World Cups, she brings a wealth of knowledge to India.

Ahead of the season, multiple clubs have asked players to accept a salary reduction of up to 25% as part of efforts to curb costs.

India's squad for Dhaka includes Australia-born forward Ryan Williams, who recently secured an Indian passport.

Speaking about the moment, Williams expressed his deep gratitude, noting that while the decision to switch allegiance was difficult, the connection he felt to India made it natural

Bharti began his youth career at Geylang International in Singapore before moving to Spain to join the youth setup of Real Valladolid

Ryan Dale Williams was born on 28 October 1993 in Subiaco, a suburb of Perth, Western Australia

India's sports policy, established by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in 2008, mandates that only Indian citizens can represent the nation internationally

The two contrasting results underscore the unpredictable nature of international football and highlight the vastly different trajectories of two nations.

Khalid Jamil's side have been disappointing in this qualifying campaign, with the team not able to register a single win in the 4 games they have played so far.

India lose 2-1 to Singapore at home as their hopes of qualification have been ended by the visitors on the night.

India's preparations for their crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier against Singapore received a boost with the arrival of Mohun Bagan Super Giants' duo Subhasish Bose and Lalengmawia Ralte.

With only the top team in the group assured of qualification, head coach Khalid Jamil's side now faces a steep climb, needing not only wins but also favorable results elsewhere.

All to play for still in the qualifiers for Khalid Jamil's men as they take a crucial point away from home with the next game against Singapore again but at their home.

India's historical record against Singapore hasn't been favorable. In 13 past encounters, India has won only four times, while Singapore has emerged victorious on seven occasions, with two draws.

Both sides couldn't find the breakthrough as India remain alive in the contention for that 3rd place playoff spot.

Jhingan's absence leaves a significant void in the backline as India face Afghanistan in their final Group B match on Thursday