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I-League likely to start in first week of October; Women's League from Nov

The I-League 2023-24 season is likely to kick off in the first week of October and the Indian Women's League could be held from November 18 to March 16, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) said on Thursday. During a meeting with the clubs, the AIFF discussed the possibility of having the I-League in different formats. A lengthy discussion was held on the pros and cons of the formats, which the AIFF management took note of. A decision on the same will be taken at a later date. The I-League clubs were also advised to improve their pitch conditions and have floodlights installed for their matches. A range of awards were also announced for the I-League Best Pitch, Best Match Organisation, and Best Media Activities. The winning prize for each category is Rs 2.5 lakh, while that of the runners-up is Rs 1.5 lakh. The IWL meeting began with the news of Gokulam Kerala FC being allowed to participate in the AFC Women's Club Championship (Pilot) 2023 after the AIFF requested the Asian

I-League hit by multiple Covid-19 cases; emergency meeting called

The Hero I-League has reported "some positive" COVID-19 cases among "certain teams" and the League Committee has called an emergency meeting later on Wednesday to decide on the future course of action

ISL 2021-22: Ogbeche scores brace as Hyderabad thrash Odisha 6-1

Bartholomew Ogbeche scored a brace on either side of halftime as Hyderabad FC recorded an emphatic 6-1 win over Odisha FC in the Hero Indian Super League

I-League: Mohammedan SC survive late scare to win 2-1 over Sudeva Delhi FC

Mohammedan SC defeated Sudeva Delhi FC 2-1 in match six of the ongoing I-League 2021-22 season to register the first points on the table at the Naihati Stadium in Kolkata, West Bengal on Monday.The Black Panthers maintained the ball possession in the opening play and started to create chances early on. Sudeva looked solid on the other side but the pressure was piling on.Sudeva Delhi were broken early on as SK Faiaz opened the scoring for Mohammedan in the 13th minute, he got on the end of a wonderful cross from captain Nikola Stojanovic to take the lead in the first 15 minutes.Mohammedan Sporting Club were 1-0 up at halftime against Sudeva Delhi FC with a single SK Faiaz goal in a game where they could've had many more in the first half. It's looked like a very comfortable match for the Kolkata-based club but Sudeva kept themselves in the game with some fantastic defensive work.The second half began in the same manner, as Mohammedan pressing high while Sudeva Delhi being under the ...

Punjab FC beat Rajasthan United 2-0 in bizarre I-League football match

Punjab FC began their I-League campaign with a 2-0 win over debutants Rajasthan United

I-League 2021-22: TRAU take on Indian Arrows in curtain-raiser

Tiddim Road Athletic United (TRAU) FC, the club from Imphal, Manipur, which was one of the high-flyers of the last season, will come up against the young Indian Arrows team in the opening match

I-League to start on Dec 26, to be played in 4 venues in and around Kolkata

This year's I-League season will kick off on December 26 in Kolkata with a match between TRAU FC of Manipur and All India Football Federation's developmental side Indian Arrows. The matches will be played across three venues -- Mohun Bagan Ground in Kolkata, Kalyani Stadium and Naihati Stadium. With three new entrants -- Sreenidi Deccan FC of Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan United FC and Kenkre FC of Kolhapur -- this season, the number of teams has increased to 13. All of them, along with the referees, officials and volunteers, will be housed inside bio-secured bubbles in four different hotels across Kolkata. "The AIFF has been a pioneer in Indian sporting ecosystem in hosting sporting events from inside bio-bubbles, and we are happy to continue providing a safe heaven for players, referees, and everyone else involved in running the league," said AIFF Leagues CEO Sunando Dhar in a release. "We need to thank all our partners, because the logistical and financial effort to house 13 teams

10 teams to compete in I-League Qualifiers 2021 in Bengaluru

The Indian football season is set to kick off with the I-League Qualifiers 2021, which will take place at the Bangalore Football Stadium in Bengaluru in October

India's oldest football tournament Durand Cup returns for 130th edition

Five ISL franchises and three I-League teams will be among 16-teams vying for the iconic Durand Cup football tournament, to be played in and around Kolkata between September 5-October 3, 2021

I want to establish a high intensity state of play: Football coach Westwood

Former English footballer Ashley Westwood recently came on board as the Head Coach of I league club RoundGlass Punjab Football Club

I-League: Bidyashagar Singh 'proud' after record-breaking campaign

Bidyashagar Singh scored his 12th goal of the I-League 2020-21 in the D-Day clash against Gokulam Kerala FC, which put TRAU FC in the lead and in pole position for the title

Gokulam Kerala and TRAU face-off in virtual I-League final

Gokulam Kerala will take on Tiddim Road Athletic Union (TRAU) in a virtual I-League final with both sides aiming for their maiden title at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday. After 14 rounds, three teams -- Gokulam Kerala, TRAU and Churchill Brothers -- are in contention for the trophy. All three teams have 26 points each and if they end with the same tally of points, the head-to-head results will decide the title winner. The equation is simple for Gokulam Kerala. They just need to beat TRAU and secure their maiden I-League title as the Malabrians lead second-placed Churchill Brothers on head-to-head record. Gokulam can also secure the championship with a draw against TRAU if Churchill lose their game to Punjab FC in a simultaneous last round match to be played at Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here. But, Gokulam would rather prefer his team finish the job by beating TRAU. "This is a final for us, and we need to win this game. We are too excited, we cannot relax.

Churchill face uphill task against Punjab in search for 3rd I-League title

Churchill Brothers will need more than a victory against Punjab FC to clinch the I-League title in their last match of the season at the Salt Lake Stadium here on Saturday. As the I-League title race went down the wire, three teams -- Gokulam Kerala, Churchill Brothers and TRAU -- are in contention after 14 rounds. All three teams have 26 points each and if they end with the same tally of points, the head-to-head results will decide the title winner. At one stage, it seemed like two-time champions Churchill Brothers were running away with the title. However, inconsistent performances in the championship stage have pegged them back. The Red Machines not only need a victory but are dependent on the result of the Gokulam Kerala vs TRAU match to be played simultaneously at another venue. Churchill are at a disadvantage against Gokulam head-to-head and they trail TRAU on overall goal difference. So, the most realistic equation for Churchill lifting the trophy is to beat Punjab FC and

I-League: Chennai survive late NEROCA fightback, win 2-1

Chennai City FC survived a late fight back from NEROCA Football Club to win their final match of the I-League season 2-1 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Thursday

Aizawl FC stage late comeback to beat 10-man Sudeva Delhi

Aizawl FC staged a remarkable comeback by scoring two goals at the fag end to beat 10-man Sudeva Delhi FC 2-1 in their last I-League match at the Kalyani Municipal Stadium here on Thursday. After Sairuatkima was sent off in the 34th minute, Kean Lewis gave Sudeva the lead in the 42nd minute. Substitute Rohmingthanga Bawlte scored the equaliser in the 90th minute before Brandon Vanlalremdika struck from the spot in the sixth minute of the added time to hand Aizawl all the three points. Coming on the back of a 3-1 win over Chennai City FC, Aizawl FC continued with their usual attacking style of football in the opening minutes of the match. The swiftness of the Aizawl forwards troubled the Sudeva Delhi FC defence. In the 13th minute, Alfred Jaryan's solo run came agonisingly close to giving Aizawl the lead. Off the corner kick, a thumping header by Laldinpuia earned a world-class save by Rakshit Dagar to protect Sudeva Delhi from falling behind. In the 34th minute, Sudeva Delhi FC,

So many Indian players getting chances makes I-League special: IM Vijayan

Indian football great IM Vijayan has given his seal of approval to this season's I-League, saying it has given chance to many local players to make an impression

I-League: Indian Arrows look to finish season on high against Sudeva Delhi

All India Football Federation's (AIFF) developmental side, Indian Arrows, will look to draw the curtains on their Hero I-League campaign on a high when they take on Sudeva Delhi here on Saturday. Goals from Kean Lewis, Mahesh Singh, and Shaiborlang Kharpan helped Chencho Dorji's side get the better of Indian Arrows back in match week 3. However, the Indian Arrows, now finding themselves in a much better streak of results having won two of their last three games, will be looking for sweet revenge against the Delhi team. Sudeva Delhi rode on Gursimrat Singh Gill's header to beat and relegate NEROCA FC in their last game. And now, the Delhi-based club sits second in Group B with 15 points from 12 games, three points behind Aizawl FC. Despite being exempt from relegation, Sudeva will be motivated to beat the Indian Arrows and extend their winning run to three games. Speaking at the official pre-match press conference, Sudeva Delhi assistant coach Pushpender Kundu said, "The last win

I-League: Neroca FC relegated after losing to Sudeva Delhi

Relegation was confirmed for Neroca FC as they slumped to yet another defeat, losing by a solitary goal to nil against Sudeva Delhi FC on Tuesday.Gursimrat Singh Gill's header in added time of the first half proved to be the difference between the two sides in a match where Neroca had largely themselves to blame for the defeat.Coming on the back of a 0-1 loss to Aizawl FC in their last match, Neroca needed all three points to stand a chance of taking the relegation battle to the final matchday.The Gift Raikhan-coached side played with desperation from the opening minutes of the match, in their quest to take an early lead.In the 16th minute, Sudeva Delhi FC had their first opportunity on goal when Mahesh Singh tested his luck from the distance. The strike, although accurate, lacked venom and was easily collected by the opposition goalkeeper.But perhaps the best opportunity of the first half fell to Judah Garcia in the 19th minute. After the forward danced past the opposition defensive .

Gritty Indian Arrows beat Aizawl FC 2-1 in Hero I-League

The All India Football Federation's (AIFF) developmental side, Indian Arrows showed great determination to notch up a thrilling 2-1 win over Aizawl FC in an I-League match here on Tuesday

Aizawl FC hope to build winning momentum against NEROCA FC

Aizawl FC will look to extend their lead on the top of Group B and distance themselves from relegation when they take on NEROCA FC in the I-League here on Thursday