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AIFF wants to change its name to Football Federation of Bharat, approaches govt

AIFF wants to change its name to Football Federation of Bharat, approaches govt

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2 min readUpdated: Jun 20, 2026 08:17 PM IST Indian football’s governing body doesn’t want to call itself the All India Football Federation (AIFF) anymore. The federation said in a statement on Saturday that it will be submit a proposal to the sports ministry to change its name to the Football Federation of Bharat (FFB). Its current name has been in existence since its founding on June 23, 1937. The submission of the proposal was one of many key decisions that it announced after a Special General Body Meeting which was held virtually on Saturday. “It was further resolved that a proposal be submitted to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) for renaming the All India Football Federation (AIFF) as the Football Federation of Bharat (FFB),” said the federation in its statement. Among other key decisions included the announcement of a start date of September 4, 2026 for the 2026/27 season of the Indian Super League, asking clubs to field three foreign players and one holding an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card, …

AIFF agrees to four-year club-led ISL model after meeting with sports minister

AIFF agrees to four-year club-led ISL model after meeting with sports minister

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The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has agreed to a club-led model for the Indian Super League (ISL) for the next four seasons following discussions involving club representatives and Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi. Under the proposed arrangement, each participating club will contribute ₹1.1 crore per season to the AIFF. If all 14 clubs compete, the federation will receive ₹15.4 crore annually to support its regulatory responsibilities, including refereeing, legal affairs, integrity measures and anti-doping operations. The decision comes after negotiations between the federation and club owners, with sources indicating that AIFF had initially sought a higher financial contribution from clubs. However, the clubs maintained their position and secured support for the club-led framework. Representatives from almost all ISL clubs attended the meeting, with the exception of Jamshedpur FC. Newly promoted Diamond Harbour FC was also present, although uncertainty remains over the club’s participation amid an ongoing investigation into its operations. Promotion and relegation to continue under new structure One of the key outcomes of the discussions was the confirmation that promotion …

Bagan pullout of 7 players: Club knew Unity Cup dates on April 10, says AIFF

Bagan pullout of 7 players: Club knew Unity Cup dates on April 10, says AIFF

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Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant knew the dates of the Unity Cup in England on April 10 but it was only on May 20 that they informed the All India Football Federation (AIFF) that players would be released only for matches in the FIFA window, the federation said on Sunday. Mohun Bagan Super Giant’s celebrate during the match against East Bengal FC, in Kolkata. (PTI) Mohun Bagan also allowed players to complete the biometrics required for the UK visa on April 23 but asked them not to travel hours before the squad’s departure early on Sunday, AIFF has said. Because seven from Bagan pulled out, India left for the tournament in London with only 18 players. India will play Jamaica on May 27 and either Nigeria or Zimbabwe on May 30. This is the senior men’s team’s first tour of England since 2002. “An earlier communication of any reservations would have allowed us the time to make the necessary arrangements and ensure no player missed out on an important opportunity,” said Subrata Paul, AIFF’s director …

AIFF announces Indian team for AFC U17 Men’s Asian Cup – Check complete squad

AIFF announces Indian team for AFC U17 Men’s Asian Cup – Check complete squad

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Coach Bibiano Fernandes announced a 23-member Indian team for the upcoming 2026 AFC U17 Men’s Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia on Friday. The Blue Colts are currently in Doha, where they have played Qatar in two friendly matches (1-1 and 0-0) behind closed doors, and will travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 3. India has been drawn in Group D, alongside Australia and Uzbekistan, for the continental competition. The fourth team in the group, North Korea, have withdrawn from the tournament, making it a three-team group. India will open their campaign against Australia on May 6, and then go up against Uzbekistan on May 10. The top two teams from the group will progress to the quarter-finals, which also ensures qualification for the FIFA U17 World Cup Qatar 2026. India’s squad for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026: Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Lesvin Rebelo, Md Aimaan Bin, Shubham Poonia Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, …

Kerala Blasters allege racism in Bengaluru FC game, AIFF orders probe

Kerala Blasters allege racism in Bengaluru FC game, AIFF orders probe

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The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has referred allegations of racial abuse during an Indian Super League (ISL) match to its Disciplinary Committee for further investigation. The development follows a formal complaint by Kerala Blasters FC, who alleged that their defender Fallou Ndiaye was subjected to racist chants during their match against Bengaluru FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium. Videos of the alleged incident have circulated widely on social media, prompting responses from both clubs and the federation. Ndiaye, a Senegal international, was reportedly targeted during the game, which Kerala Blasters won after a second-half comeback. In an official statement, the AIFF reiterated its stance against discrimination, stating that it follows a zero-tolerance policy towards racism. “The complaints have been referred to the Disciplinary Committee, an independent judicial body, for examination as per the AIFF Disciplinary Code,” the federation said, adding that it would refrain from further comment while proceedings are ongoing. Clubs condemn incident Kerala Blasters strongly condemned the incident, calling it “appalling” and confirming that the matter has been raised with ISL and …

Valanka Alemao alleges harassment by Kalyan Chaubey, AIFF denies claims

Valanka Alemao alleges harassment by Kalyan Chaubey, AIFF denies claims

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A fresh controversy has emerged within the All India Football Federation, with Women’s Committee head Valanka Alemao accusing AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey of harassment during an Executive Committee meeting in New Delhi. In a formal communication addressed to committee members, Alemao alleged that she was “heckled and harassed” during the meeting held on March 29 at the Football House. The complaint has brought renewed attention to internal functioning and governance standards within Indian football. Detailing the incident, Alemao wrote, “I wish to place on record the entirely disgusting behaviour of the AIFF President Mr Kalyan Chaubey, Vice President Mr N. A. Haris and Deputy Secretary General M Satyanarayan. I feel deeply prejudiced and I found that several attempts were made by the President to suppress my voice.” She further stated, “The President made remarks against me which were unnecessary and disrespectful. He along with the DSG raised his tone time and again beyond an acceptable decibel with the intention to intimidate me. Throughout the course of the meeting, I was consistently targeted.” Federation rejects claims, …

AIFF brings clubs into evaluation process for long-term commercial partner, KPMG to scrutinise feasibility of bids | Football News

AIFF brings clubs into evaluation process for long-term commercial partner, KPMG to scrutinise feasibility of bids | Football News

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2 min readUpdated: Mar 29, 2026 08:04 PM IST Clubs will engage directly with the three bidders for Indian club football’s long-term commercial rights, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) decided in its executive committee meeting on Sunday. Additionally, the three bids will be turned over to audit firm KPMG, who the federation said “will prepare comprehensive comparison tables evaluating the feasibility and key aspects of the bids”. FanCode, the media rights holder for the ongoing 2025/26 season of the Indian Super League (ISL), and Genius Sports made bids for the ISL and the Federation Cup. Meanwhile, Capri Sports have bid for the top two flights of women’s club football in India, Indian Women’s League (IWL) and the IWL 2. Genius Sports has offered INR 2,129 crore for a 20-year cycle with a 5% annual increase in value. FanCode submitted a significantly lower bid of INR 1,190 crore for the same 20-year period. Capri Sports was the sole bidder for women’s football with a bid between INR 150 crore to INR 160 crore for a …

ISL clubs urge AIFF to not take any binding decision on commercial rights during ExCo meeting | Football News

ISL clubs urge AIFF to not take any binding decision on commercial rights during ExCo meeting | Football News

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The Indian Super League clubs on Saturday urged the All India Football Federation (AIFF) not to take any “binding decision” on the new long-term commercial rights holder during Sunday’s executive committee meeting, citing a lack of meaningful opportunity to evaluate the bidders. The ISL clubs have been embroiled in a conflict with the AIFF, with recent developments focusing on the commercial rights tender. Two bidders are in contention to acquire the combined commercial rights of the ISL and Federation Cup, with one of them offering more than Rs 2100 crore for a 20-year period after the AIFF opened the bids on Friday, and the national federation is expected to get its new commercial partner by Sunday, when it meets for an executive committee meeting. The clubs, though, said in a joint statement they “cannot be expected to arrive at a considered view” on the competing bidders without being “afforded a more meaningful opportunity” to assess them in substance while also pointing out that they were not part of the drafting process. “As you are aware, …

AIFF receives ISL rights bids worth over ₹2,000 crore; decision due March 29 | Football News

AIFF receives ISL rights bids worth over ₹2,000 crore; decision due March 29 | Football News

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 27, 2026 11:49 PM IST The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has received two bids for the commercial rights of the Indian Super League (ISL) and Federation Cup, with Genius Sports making a bid of Rs 2129 crore over 20 years and FanCode making a bid of Rs 1190 crore. Capri Sports has made a bid of Rs 150 crore for 20 years for the Indian Women’s League and the Indian Women’s League 2. Genius Sports, the official data feed provider for the English Premier League, the Championship, and the Scottish league, has proposed approximately Rs 106.45 crore per year, which is almost double what FanCode is offering. Capri Sports is the lone bidder for the rights of both women’s tournaments. The bids have been submitted for a 15-year term with a provision for an additional five-year extension, with the bidder having the right of first refusal. “We have received two bids for the Indian Super League and Federation Cup. Genius Sports has offered Rs 2129 crore for both tournaments over …

AIFF Breaks Silence On Women’s Asian Cup Kit Problem: ‘That Wasn’t Highlighted In…’ | Football News

AIFF Breaks Silence On Women’s Asian Cup Kit Problem: ‘That Wasn’t Highlighted In…’ | Football News

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Last Updated:March 15, 2026, 13:38 IST AIFF’s M Satyanarayan addresses criticism over women’s team kit problem during AFC Asia Cup. Despite the setback, replacements were sent within seven hours. Indian women’s football team faced a kit issue ahead of their AFC Asian Cup opener (Picture credit: X @IndianFootball) All India Football Federation’s deputy secretary-general M Satyanarayan has said that even though the board received massive criticism for an issue with the women’s team’s kit during the AFC Asia Cup, no one highlighted how the replacements were sent within seven hours. The team bowed out of the tournament after losing all three Group C games, ending its campaign with a 3-1 loss to Chinese Taipei in Sydney on Tuesday. Despite the disappointing results, though, the team showed fighting spirit in their final game and in the opener against Vietnam. “The AIFF copped flak after the kit that was initially sent to the women’s team for the AFC Asian Cup in Australia had problems. We replaced it with a top-quality kit within seven hours, but that was …