Tag: Indian football development

What’s Happening in Indian Football: Why Fans, Players, and Clubs Are Worried

Indian football should have been growing right now. Instead, it feels stuck. Players are frustrated, clubs are confused, fans are angry, and even content creators are setting a negative narrative around the sport. From the Indian Super League (ISL) delay to financial problems and poor planning, the ecosystem looks like it is in trouble. Below… Read More What’s Happening in Indian Football: Why Fans, Players, and Clubs Are Worried

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

India’s National Football Stadium Dream

Why India Needs a National Football Stadium? India is a country of 1.4 billion people. Cricket has its iconic stadiums, but football still doesn’t have a single national football stadium that represents the sport at the highest level. With the Indian Super League (ISL) growing, FIFA World Cup aspirations rising, and a young fan base demanding world-class… Read More India’s National Football Stadium Dream

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

How ISL Needs a New Structure to Sustain Indian Football

Indian football stands at a crossroads. The Indian Super League (ISL) was launched in 2014 to bring glamour, fans, and money into the game. Ten years later, the reality is sobering: most clubs are running at yearly losses of ₹30–35 crore, broadcasting revenues are stuck, and grassroots development is weak. Unless Indian football rethinks its… Read More How ISL Needs a New Structure to Sustain Indian Football

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

Possible Outcomes of the AIFF vs FSDL Dispute Affecting Indian Football

The ongoing fight between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) has put Indian football in a crisis. With the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 season suspended, the question everyone is asking is: what happens next? To understand the possible outcomes, we need to look at history, both in India and abroad, where similar football disputes… Read More Possible Outcomes of the AIFF vs FSDL Dispute Affecting Indian Football

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

How Only Indian Coaches Can Transform Indian Football

Indian football is at a crossroads. Every time the national team underperforms, the first reaction is to look for a foreign coach. The logic is simple: international coaches bring experience, knowledge, and exposure to global football standards. But is this really helpful in the long run for Indian football? Or should we start trusting our… Read More How Only Indian Coaches Can Transform Indian Football

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

The Purpose of The Scouting Quest- Building a Football Ecosystem

The Scouting Quest is more than just a scouting project, it’s a movement. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to discover, connect, and support Indian football players across the country and those living abroad. We believe the future of Indian football lies not in waiting for support, but in building our own path with the… Read More The Purpose of The Scouting Quest- Building a Football Ecosystem

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

Can International Funding Change Indian Football Forever?

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?

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

Can India Use the US NCAA College Model to Improve Indian Football?

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?

The SQ DeskLeave a comment

Why India Must Focus on Olympic Football Qualification Before Dreaming of the FIFA World Cup

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 SQ DeskLeave a comment