Football
India Qualifies for FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2025
The Indian U-20 women's football team has qualified for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2025 after defeating Vietnam 3-1 in the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup qualifiers in Kuala Lumpur. Forward Anju Tamang led the team with two goals, marking a significant achievement for Indian women's football as they prepare to compete in Colombia next year.
Indian Women's Football Team Advances to SAFF U-19 Championship Finals
The Indian Women's U-19 football team has advanced to the finals of the SAFF U-19 Women's Championship after a decisive 3-0 victory over Nepal. The match took place in Dhaka on December 14. Leading the team, Captain Nitu Linda scored twice, supported by a goal from Priyanka Patel. India's strong showing in the tournament continues as they prepare to face Bangladesh in the finals on December 17.
Indian Football Team Secures Draw Against Kuwait in SAFF Championship
The Indian national football team secured a 1-1 draw against Kuwait in their SAFF Championship match held at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. Sunil Chhetri scored the equalizer for India, keeping the team in contention for a spot in the knockout stages. This result underscores India's resilience and tactical improvement under head coach Igor Štimac.
India's Women's Football Team Advances in Olympic Qualifiers
The Indian women's football team has advanced to the next round of the Asian qualifiers for the Paris 2024 Olympics after defeating Bangladesh 3-1 in Bhubaneswar. Forward Bala Devi scored twice, leading the team to victory. This advancement strengthens India's position as they aim to qualify for the Olympics for the first time, underscoring the growth of women's football in the country.
Indian Football Team Defeats Kuwait to Secure Spot in Asian Cup
The Indian national football team secured a 3-1 victory over Kuwait in Bhubaneswar, ensuring their qualification for the 2027 Asian Cup. Sunil Chhetri scored twice, with Sahal Abdul Samad adding a third goal. This victory marks India's fifth appearance in the tournament and underscores the team's growing competitiveness in Asian football.
India's Women's Football Team Secures Place in Olympic Qualifiers Round 2
The Indian women's football team has advanced to the second round of the AFC Olympic Qualifiers after defeating Indonesia 3-0. This victory, achieved on 13 December, marks an important step towards securing a berth in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The team, under coach Thomas Dennerby, now prepares for tougher challenges ahead in the qualifiers.
Indian Football Team Secures Victory in SAFF Championship Opener
The Indian national football team opened their SAFF Championship campaign with a 3-1 win over Nepal in Kolkata. Sunil Chhetri led the scoring early on, with Anirudh Thapa and Liston Colaco adding to the tally. The victory is crucial as India seeks to reclaim the title, last won in 2021. They face Bangladesh next on Friday.
India to Host FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
The AIFF announced India will host the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers in Kolkata and Mumbai next month. This opportunity is crucial for India as the national team, led by coach Igor Stimac, aims to secure its first-ever World Cup berth. AIFF President Praful Patel emphasized the significance of hosting these matches as a platform for Indian football's growth.
Indian Football Team Advances to the Semifinals of the SAFF U-19 Championship
The Indian Under-19 men's football team has advanced to the semifinals of the SAFF U-19 Championship after defeating Nepal 3-1 in Kathmandu. The victory is attributed to goals by Amandeep Singh and Vishal Kumar. The championship is crucial for developing young talent and enhancing football competition in the region. Semifinal match details will be announced soon.
