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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

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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

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How Indian Football Can Use Ego as Fuel to Become a Powerhouse

Indian football stands at a crossroads — suspended between rising fan interest and years of underachievement. While infrastructure, funding, and scouting are often pointed out as weak links, there’s one underutilised resource with explosive potential: ego. Cricket’s Ego Clash Became a Turning Point In 2007, a young Indian cricket team led by MS Dhoni won the… Read More How Indian Football Can Use Ego as Fuel to Become a Powerhouse

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Why It’s So Difficult for OCI Athletes to Represent India in Football and the Olympics

For athletes of Indian origin growing up abroad, the dream of representing India in international sports especially football and the Olympics, is emotionally powerful. Many of them, including professional footballers, wrestlers, and track stars, hold OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) cards. However, a lesser-known legal and policy barrier makes their dream nearly impossible to achieve. The Legal… Read More Why It’s So Difficult for OCI Athletes to Represent India in Football and the Olympics

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