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Will Manolo Marquez stay with FC Goa, quit as India head coach?

Kolkata: Manolo Marquez may leave his role with India's national team after the Kalinga Super Cup, preferring club coaching at FC Goa.

India football head coach Manolo Marquez. (Getty Images)

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Published on May 06, 2025 05:08 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

HT Kick Off: The sublime and the ridiculous

A prized collection at the Kop and a prize distribution that became controversial.

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates by taking a selfie after winning the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur and clinching the Premier League title at Anfield in Liverpool, England, Sunday, April 27, 2025. (Jon Super/AP)

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Published on May 02, 2025 08:00 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

HT Kick Off: Uncertain times after fine finish

In this week's edition, Dhiman writes from the ground about this year's concluding ISL and its uncertain future.

For the second time in three seasons, Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Bengaluru FC will meet in the ISL cup final. (ISL)

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Published on Apr 11, 2025 08:00 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF's lack of interest in Hamza route exposed in Chaubey's recent comments

Kalyan Chaubey's words don't really serve as a source of encouragement for Indian football fans, considering Bangladesh have roped in Hamza Choudhury already.

AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey was asked about India integrating Indian-origin foreign players after Bangladesh roped in Hamza Choudhury.(Instagram/HT)

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Updated on Mar 22, 2025 02:32 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Chocolate Day: Celebrate with perfect chocolate-wine pairings for a date night

From dark chocolate to milk chocolate, here’s your guide to celebrating Valentine Week’s Chocolate Day with the perfect wine pairings using expert tips

Wine and chocolate are a perfect duo that sets the mood for a romantic evening.

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Updated on Feb 09, 2025 04:51 PM IST

ByKriti Shukla

No confidence motion likely against AIFF prez Chaubey

Kolkata: Over 20 state associations plan a no-confidence motion against AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey, citing poor performance and management issues.

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Updated on Jan 25, 2025 05:26 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

How far are Indian leagues from adopting tech?

Could take up to 18 months to implement it, says Trevor Kettle federation’s chief refereeing officer

Trevor Kettle (right) with former AIFF secretary-general Shaji Prabhakaran (left) and federation president Kalyan Chaubey on his appointment in 2022. (AIFF)

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Updated on Jan 07, 2025 05:00 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

Junior’s sudden death and lessons learnt in these 20 years

Medical protocols for football matches in India have improved since the Brazilian forward died during the 2004 Federation Cup final in Bengaluru

Brazilian striker Cristiano Junior -- seen here in East Bengal colours -- died in 2004 while playing for Dempo in the Federation Cup final against Mohun Bagan in Bengaluru. (HT)

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Published on Dec 04, 2024 09:45 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF to have ‘independent’ inquiry into Igor Stimac’s contract renewal process

During the AGM of the AIFF held, the members discussed the renewal, termination and eventual settlement of claims under the federation's contract with Stimac

Igor Stimac was sacked as India coach in June.( AFP)

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Published on Sep 11, 2024 06:57 AM IST

PTI |

Anwar Ali banned for four months; MB to get ₹12.9 crore as compensation

AIFF’s Players’ Status Committee also said East Bengal and Delhi FC cannot sign new players till August 31, 2025

East Bengal and India defender Anwar Ali. (AIFF)

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Published on Sep 10, 2024 08:04 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

No termination clause in Marquez’s contract with AIFF

Federation agrees to pay two years’ salary if Spaniard is removed before May 2026 on grounds of performance

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Updated on Aug 31, 2024 11:23 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

Stimac keeps word, goes to FIFA against AIFF

Former India head coach Igor Stimac has filed a complaint with FIFA seeking compensation from AIFF for breach of contract after his dismissal in June 2023.

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Updated on Aug 20, 2024 05:06 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

FIFA seeks update on constitution; AIFF says matter sub-judice

FIFA-AFC’s letter says federation’s general body should be able to amend constitution without court’s intervention

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (C) speaks in Paris on Thursday. (AFP)

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Updated on Jul 26, 2024 06:10 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF waits for Chaubey to form panel

Members asked for a committee to scrutinise master rights agreement at the earliest on June 6; president says he will present it in Saturday’s meeting

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Published on Jul 18, 2024 10:13 PM IST

ByDhiman SarkarDhiman Sarkar

AIFF drags players into Stimac row

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

Former India head coach Igor Stimac. (AFP)

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Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:59 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF strongly denies Stimac's allegations: ‘Sole intent of maligning federation’

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

India coach Igor Stimac during FIFA World Cup qualifier(REUTERS)

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Published on Jun 24, 2024 07:59 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves AIFF, the better it is for Indian football: Stimac

Noting that the Indian football is 'imprisoned', the 56-year-old said it will take 20 years for things to change

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey (L) with former India head coach Igor Stimac(Dhiman Sarkar)

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Published on Jun 21, 2024 06:23 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Why Igor Stimac’s ouster could put AIFF on backfoot

Former federation official and executive committee member question the procedure of dismissal

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Published on Jun 19, 2024 08:43 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Will sue AIFF if not paid in full in 10 days: Igor Stimac

In his reply to AIFF, the Croat has said his termination was in violation of FIFA regulations

India coach Igor Stimac reacts (REUTERS)

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Published on Jun 18, 2024 08:58 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Igor Stimac likely to get INR 3 crore as compensation after AIFF sacking

AIFF sacked Igor Stimac after India's poor performance in FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Indian national football team captain Sunil Chhetri and coach Igor Stimac pose for photos during an interaction with the media (PTI)

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Updated on Jun 18, 2024 12:34 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk | Written by Siddharth Thakur, New Delhi

AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as India head coach after disappointing WC qualifiers

Federation offers three months’ salary as severance pay. Stimac likely to respond through lawyer.

India coach Igor Stimac reacts during a match(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 17, 2024 11:11 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, New Delhi

AIFF suspends ‘physical assault’ accused Deepak Sharma until further notice

Accused of physically assaulting two women footballers of Khad FC, Deepak Sharma was earlier arrested by Goa police.

AIFF Executive Committee has decided to suspend Deepak Sharma from participating in any football-related activities until further notice.(ANI)

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Updated on Apr 02, 2024 10:55 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Accused of misbehaving with women players, AIFF official held

Deepak Sharma is an executive committee member of the football federation and manager of women’s team Khad FC

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Published on Mar 30, 2024 10:36 PM IST

ByGerard de Souza

AIFF asks its official Deepak Sharma to refrain from football-related activities

The development came after two female footballers of Khad FC lodged a complaint with AIFF competitions committee over alleged physical assault by its official.

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Updated on Mar 30, 2024 06:29 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

I-League set for hit as AIFF cuts ₹20 crore from competitions' budget

Surplus of ₹30 lakh for 2024-25 but expenditure reduced for tournaments

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Updated on Mar 14, 2024 11:57 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF report card: More misses than hits after SAFF high

Between the last AGM in July and the one on Sunday, India hosted Wenger but went to Asian Games and Asian Cup without adequate preparation.

After winning SAFF, India were 99th; after no goals and no points in the 2024 Asian Cup, they are 117.(AFP/Getty Images)

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Published on Mar 09, 2024 08:28 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

AIFF shunts Manoranjan Bhattacharya out of technical committee

Revamped panel has Bihar’s Santosh Singh, the only member with no international experience.

Bhaichung Bhutia has been invited to the technical committee he once headed(PTI)

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Published on Feb 06, 2024 10:33 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

AIFF set to discuss Prabhakaran ouster on Tuesday

Federation invites secretary-general on Monday evening for executive committee meeting

AIFF removed Shaji Prabhakaran, a former FIFA official, from his post last November.(Twitter)

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Updated on Jan 29, 2024 11:28 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Possibility of implementing VAR in India: AIFF president

The mass adoption of VAR is limited due to financial and infrastructure requirements set out in FIFA's Implementation Assistance and Approval Programme.

FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger and President of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Kalyan Chaubey during a press conference.(PTI)

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Updated on Jan 06, 2024 04:56 PM IST

ANI |

Chaubey’s comments on refereeing could hurt morale: former AIFF referees’ head

Several games have been impacted due to unfortunate ‘plain-sight errors’, says federation president

All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey addresses a press conference(PTI)

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Updated on Jan 01, 2024 11:59 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

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Kolkata: Manolo Marquez may leave his role with India's national team after the Kalinga Super Cup, preferring club coaching at FC Goa.

A prized collection at the Kop and a prize distribution that became controversial.

In this week's edition, Dhiman writes from the ground about this year's concluding ISL and its uncertain future.

Kalyan Chaubey's words don't really serve as a source of encouragement for Indian football fans, considering Bangladesh have roped in Hamza Choudhury already.

From dark chocolate to milk chocolate, here’s your guide to celebrating Valentine Week’s Chocolate Day with the perfect wine pairings using expert tips

Kolkata: Over 20 state associations plan a no-confidence motion against AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey, citing poor performance and management issues.

Could take up to 18 months to implement it, says Trevor Kettle federation’s chief refereeing officer

Medical protocols for football matches in India have improved since the Brazilian forward died during the 2004 Federation Cup final in Bengaluru

During the AGM of the AIFF held, the members discussed the renewal, termination and eventual settlement of claims under the federation's contract with Stimac

AIFF’s Players’ Status Committee also said East Bengal and Delhi FC cannot sign new players till August 31, 2025

Federation agrees to pay two years’ salary if Spaniard is removed before May 2026 on grounds of performance

Former India head coach Igor Stimac has filed a complaint with FIFA seeking compensation from AIFF for breach of contract after his dismissal in June 2023.

FIFA-AFC’s letter says federation’s general body should be able to amend constitution without court’s intervention

Members asked for a committee to scrutinise master rights agreement at the earliest on June 6; president says he will present it in Saturday’s meeting

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

Noting that the Indian football is 'imprisoned', the 56-year-old said it will take 20 years for things to change

Former federation official and executive committee member question the procedure of dismissal

In his reply to AIFF, the Croat has said his termination was in violation of FIFA regulations

AIFF sacked Igor Stimac after India's poor performance in FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Federation offers three months’ salary as severance pay. Stimac likely to respond through lawyer.

Accused of physically assaulting two women footballers of Khad FC, Deepak Sharma was earlier arrested by Goa police.

Deepak Sharma is an executive committee member of the football federation and manager of women’s team Khad FC

The development came after two female footballers of Khad FC lodged a complaint with AIFF competitions committee over alleged physical assault by its official.

Surplus of ₹30 lakh for 2024-25 but expenditure reduced for tournaments

Between the last AGM in July and the one on Sunday, India hosted Wenger but went to Asian Games and Asian Cup without adequate preparation.

Revamped panel has Bihar’s Santosh Singh, the only member with no international experience.

Federation invites secretary-general on Monday evening for executive committee meeting

The mass adoption of VAR is limited due to financial and infrastructure requirements set out in FIFA's Implementation Assistance and Approval Programme.

Several games have been impacted due to unfortunate ‘plain-sight errors’, says federation president

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