Latest All-India Football Federation (AIFF) News & Updates

Former AIFF Secretary Pays Tribute to Mohun Bagan President ‘Tutu Da’

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New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Former All India Football Federation (AIFF) secretary Shaji Prabhakaran paid an emotional tribute to former Mohun Bagan football club president and one of the most influential sports administrators in Indian football, Swapan Sadhan Bose, popularly known as ‘Tutu Da’, describing his death as the end of an era for Indian football.Tutu Bose, aged 78, was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata after suffering a heart attack on Monday and passed away the next day.In a …

Bengaluru FC Appoints Savio Medeira as Head of Youth Development

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Bengaluru, April 1 (IANS) Bengaluru FC have announced the appointment of Savio Medeira as the club’s Head of Youth Development. Medeira will take charge of the club’s youth development programme as the Blues continue to strengthen their pathway from grassroots to the first team.Medeira arrives in Bengaluru with over two decades of experience in coaching, technical development, and coach education across Indian and international football. He has previously served in multiple roles with the In…

India U17 Men’s Football Team to Play Friendly Matches Against Myanmar Ahead of AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026

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New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) The India U17 men’s football team, which is preparing for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, will play two friendly matches against Myanmar in Yangon on March 3 and 5, 2026.The Blue Colts have already played four international friendly games this year — two each against Tajikistan (in Goa) and Türkiye (in Antalya).After returning from Türkiye, Bibiano Fernandes’ side has continued to train in Goa. India U-17 will depart for the Myanmar capital on February 28, t…

Former Indian Footballer Ilyas Pasha Passes Away at 61

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New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) Former India defender Ilyas Pasha died on Thursday following a long illness, the All-India Football Federation (AIFF) informed, expressing condolences on his passing. He was 61 and is survived by his wife, two daughters, and two sons.Pasha, a dedicated and soft-spoken footballer, built a notable career in the defensive position that requires resilience and composure. Mainly playing as a right wing-back, he was known for his precise timing, calm attitude, and sharp game a…