Indian football has always had talent, but the system has not supported it well. Poor infrastructure, limited scouting, lack of long-term planning, and weak administration have held us back. But one big thing can change all of that is international funding. While local funding remains difficult due to the lack of widespread interest in football compared to cricket,… Read More Can International Funding Change Indian Football Forever?
Most Indian footballers face the same problem, limited game time, poor facilities, low pay, and few chances to grow. But in countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, UAE, and parts of Europe, football is played at a much higher level. These countries offer well-managed clubs, passionate fans, and international-level coaching. Indian players who move abroad often return sharper,… Read More Can Playing Abroad Help Indian Players Grow Faster?
India is still finding its way in football development, especially at the grassroots level. One successful model we can learn from is the NCAA college sports system in the USA. This system has been key to producing world-class athletes for leagues like the NBA, NFL, MLB, and MLS. So the question is, can India adopt a similar… Read More Can India Use the US NCAA College Model to Improve Indian Football?
With the globalization of football, agents have evolved from simple middlemen into power brokers, shaping players’ careers and fighting for their rights. The thriving European football industry owes much to agents like Mino Raiola, Jorge Mendes, and Jonathan Barnett—whose negotiation skills turned players into multimillion‑dollar assets. India’s football ecosystem needs more of these licensed FIFA football agents to… Read More We Need More Licensed FIFA Football Agents in India
The Indian Super League (ISL), India’s flagship football competition, is facing a credibility crisis. In a dramatic twist, seven ISL clubs have been denied Premier 1 licenses by AIFF’s Club Licensing Committee for failing to meet mandatory criteria. While a few others barely scraped through with sanctions, the league’s top structure is now under scrutiny for what appears… Read More Licensing Chaos in ISL Seven Clubs Denied Top-Tier Clearance
In a landmark moment for Indian football governance, Inter Kashi has scored a crucial legal win at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS)—temporarily halting AIFF’s decision to crown Churchill Brothers as I-League champions. This battle, which began with a points dispute, now threatens to undermine faith in India’s football institutions. The Match That Started It All It began with… Read More Inter Kashi Win at CAS Exposes AIFF’s Fault Lines
The Indian Super League (ISL), once hailed as the future of Indian football, is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. With reports confirming a proposed 10-year moratorium on relegation, many are now questioning whether the league is evolving in the interest of Indian football—or simply protecting commercial stakes. A League Without Consequences? In… Read More ISL’s 10-Year No Relegation Proposal Sparks Fresh Debate
The dream of seeing India at the FIFA World Cup is undeniably powerful. It excites fans, stirs national pride, and aligns with the country’s rising aspirations in global sports. But while the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has spoken of long-term World Cup ambitions, the hard reality is that India hasn’t come close to qualifying. The more achievable and… Read More Why India Must Focus on Olympic Football Qualification Before Dreaming of the FIFA World Cup
The Scouting Quest 