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ISL-10 | Chhetri returns as BFC looks to get back to winning ways

BFC hopes to get back to winning ways vs East Bengal in ISL. Sunil Chhetri's return will help, but Suresh Wangjam and Naorem Roshan are suspended. East Bengal is better placed, with Cleiton Silva in top form. Carles Cuadrat returns to BFC, hoping to go back a winner. Both teams…

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AFC Cup | Mohun Bagan Super Giant takes on Maziya

Mohun Bagan Super Giant, reigning ISL champion, looks to switch to AFC Cup relying on attack & defence efficiency. Maziya S&RC, Maldives Super Cup winner, presents strong credentials. Both teams depend on form & merit of international recruits. Winner of group progresses to inter-zone semifinals. Keen contest as sides look…

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ISL-10 | Blasters confident against Scott Cooper’s Jamshedpur

Kochi's Nehru Stadium to host Jamshedpur FC and Kerala Blasters FC in ISL. Scott Cooper (Jamshedpur FC) envies Blasters' fan support, but believes rain could be a great leveller. Frank Dauwen (Blasters) brushes away concerns, while Adrian Luna (Blasters) expects a difficult match, but is confident of a win with…

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Kochi’s Nehru Stadium is a recipe for disaster, feels AFC general secretary John

Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is home to Kerala Blasters, the most popular club in the Indian Super League. Despite the amazing atmosphere, AFC General Secretary Datuk Seri Windsor John believes the stadium is a recipe for disaster. He expressed concerns about the lack of infrastructure, including security, and the stadium's…

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How Bengaluru’s Museum of Art and Photography is making its space inclusive for people with disabilites

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ISL-10 | Kerala Blasters begins with a bang to brush away bitter memories

Bengaluru FC's opener in the Indian Super League against Kerala Blasters ended in a 2-1 loss. An own goal by Keziah Veendorp and a smart move by Adrian Luna saw the Blasters take the lead. Bengaluru's consolation goal came late in the game, but the Blasters' defence and goalkeeper Sachin…

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Stronger and longer version of the ISL kicks off today

ISL opens 10th season; Indian team under-prepared for Asiad match vs. Bangladesh; AIFF & FDSL need better comms for sport to thrive; Mohun Bagan, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa & Odisha look strong; tight battles expected.

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Blasters and Vukomanovic paying the price for an emotional decision

Kerala Blasters' coach Ivan Vukomanovic gestured for his players to walk off the pitch in a controversial move. This led to a 10-match ban, ₹5 lakh fine, and ₹4 crore fine for the club. To make matters worse, the club had to temporarily shut down its women's team due to…

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MCC ropes in youth for cleanliness drive under Indian Swachata League

Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) launched a drive to involve youth in making the city garbage-free. Participants formed a human chain to spread the message of keeping the city clean. The Indian Swachhata League is a Central govt. initiative to involve youth in making cities garbage-free. 4,000 cities are taking part…

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Igor Stimac: No training session before China game, we will give tactical preparation on flight

India's football team coach Stimac has no time for training ahead of Asian Games opener vs China. He'll use travel time for tactical prep. He'll decide if senior players Chhetri and Jhingan will play, with an eye on World Cup qualifiers. Squad lacks fullback, so wingers may fill in. Players…

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Chhetri only notable face in 17-member Indian football team for Asian Games, Stimac's status not known

Most of the clubs had shown unwillingness to release the 22 players named in the Indian squad

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant coach Juan Ferrando not pleased with under-reporting of Ashique’s injury

Juan Ferrando, head coach of Mohun Bagan Super Giant, accused AIFF of suppressing facts by under-reporting Ashique Kuruniyan's injury. Ferrando said the injury will upset team's plans and he hopes to make Mohun Bagan SG the first team to retain the ISL title. Carles Cuadrat, coach of East Bengal, is…

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Many coaches have the tendency of not preferring Indian forwards because of some fake pressure: KBFC coach Ivan Vukomanovic

Kerala Blasters HC Vukomanovic believes ISL coaches face fake pressure to sign foreign strikers, ignoring Indian talent. Blasters have always promoted Indian players, and hope to break their unlucky streak in the ISL finals this season. Vukomanovic is serving a 10-match ban for the controversial BFC match forfeiture.

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India likely to field weakened football team in Asian games as ISL clubs refuse to release players

India's hopes for Asian Games football dim as clubs, AIFF fail to reach agreement. Senior players Chhetri, Jhingan, Sandhu likely to miss out. Sports Ministry granted special exemption for teams to participate, but inexperienced squad expected. June FIFA rankings gave hope for better things ahead.

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No delay in ISL start as FSDL rejects AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey’s deferral plea

FSDL rejects AIFF plea to delay ISL start; tournament to begin on Sept 21 as planned. #ISL #AIFF #FSDL #AsianGames #Football

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King’s Cup 2023: A litmus test to find India’s next striker after Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri's 39-year-old age and goal-scoring ability has India's national team dependent on him. Robin Singh, a former No. 9, believes Ishan Pandita, Manvir Singh and Rahim Ali can provide a solution. Stimac is looking for a replacement ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the King's Cup 2023…

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AIFF urges ISL clubs to release Asian Games-bound footballers

AIFF urges ISL clubs to release players for Asian Games, citing national interest. AIFF hopes clubs will release players to make India proud. The Hangzhou-bound 22-member Indian men’s squad has six players from Bengaluru FC, three from Mumbai City FC, while FC Goa, Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Odisha FC, Kerala…

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The wizard of Spain: Carles Cuadrat working his magic for East Bengal

East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned to lead the Red and Gold Brigade to glory.East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned…

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Dynamite News

We are using Durand Cup for AFC Champions League preparation: Mumbai City's Des Buckingham

Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FC romped to a 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in their second group stage match of the 2023 Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite news:

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Kerala Blasters, Mumbai City among several ISL clubs hesitant to release players for U-23 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

Indian football has reached a crossroad it had come to, 14 years ago, before the Nehru Cup 2009, when first-division (then I-League) clubs had refused to release players for National Camp. This time, the clubs are from Indian Super League and the competitions at hand are the U-23 AFC Asian…

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Mohammedan Sporting: Strengthening the third pillar of Mecca of Indian Football, Kolkata

The Mecca of Indian Football, Kolkata, has three pillars, which have played a massive role in popularising the beautiful game in Bengal, and also to a large extent in India. Read further on Dynamite news:

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Kerala Blasters FC sign goalkeeper Lara Sharma one-year loan deal, Gurmukh Singh joins Chennaiyin FC

Indian Super League (ISL) side Kerala Blasters FC signed goalkeeper Lara Sharma on a one-year loan deal from Bengaluru FC on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Hyderabad FC signs up winger Makan Chothe on a three-year deal

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Sunil Chhetri: Indian football’s centre of gravity

Sunil Chhetri's passion and drive have been instrumental in the rise of Indian football. From 2000-odd fans in 2013 to 26,000 in 2023, Chhetri's influence has been felt in the form of increased fan engagement and a new crop of younger, fitter players. His competitive spirit and willingness to work…

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Chennaiyin FC ropes in winger Farukh Choudhary

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