AFC Cup 2020 cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic
The competition, in which teams from more minor nations in Asia participate, had been suspended since March due to the novel coronavirus crisis.
Sep 10, 2020, 17:47 PM IST
India recommended as host for AFC Women's Asian Cup 2022
The Committee decided that the expanded AFC Women`s Asian Cup - eight to twelve teams will be played in three groups of four with a minimum of 25 matches with eight teams qualifying for the newly introduced quarter-finals.
Feb 20, 2020, 09:14 AM IST
Bigger league better for Indian football: Sunil Chhetri
Sunil Chhetri, said, that a higher number of teams in the top flight would be good news for the game in the country. "At the end of the day, whatever gets decided has to be followed. The bigger the league, the better it is. The more the number of teams in the league the better it is for the country because we will get that many more competitive matches. The number of good players will also increase.
Oct 30, 2019, 17:00 PM IST
Qatar won't be distracted from final by eligibility row, says coach Felix Sanchez
On the eve of the Asian Cup final between Qatar and Japan, the United Arab Emirates had formally questioned the eligibility of Almoez Ali 22, and Iraqi-born defender Bassam Al Rawi, 21.
Jan 31, 2019, 16:55 PM IST
On birthday, Sunil Chhetri named 'Asian Icon' by AFC, gets praise for rivalling Ronaldo, Messi
Talismanic Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri was today named an 'Asian Icon' by the game's continental governing body on his 34th birthday and received effusive praise for rivalling the world's greatest players of his generation in scoring goals.
Aug 03, 2018, 17:49 PM IST
AFC General Secretary Dato' Windsor wants one league in India from next year
The merger will give a big boost to Mohun Bagan and East Bengal's hopes to play in the ISL.
Oct 25, 2017, 19:08 PM IST
FIFA finances 'extremely solid', claims Gianni Infantino
Infantino added that it was normal for FIFA to make losses for three years and then "make revenue" during the fourth financial year, when a World Cup takes place.
May 08, 2017, 16:59 PM IST
We deserve more FIFA World Cup slots, says Asian football boss
The expansion was a key election promise of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who beat Sheikh Salman to the post in polls early last year.
Jan 11, 2017, 21:08 PM IST
Football: Africa kingmakers face moment of truth in FIFA race
Africa`s football powerbrokers meet in Rwanda on Friday, poised to make or break the dreams of the five men chasing the biggest job in the sport -- the presidency of FIFA.
Feb 05, 2016, 07:41 AM IST
Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein asks FIFA to investigate Africa-Asia MOU
Bin Ali says that he has always promoted cross-regional understanding.
Jan 16, 2016, 18:03 PM IST
FIFA presidential candidate Sheikh Salman says he would examine role of US law, consulting firms
Salman says a close look is needed because he isn't fully convinced FIFA was getting enough out of the relationship.
Jan 09, 2016, 06:34 AM IST
AFC chief emphasises on importance of medical conference
Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said it is aimed at development of medicine and science in the sport.
Nov 30, 2015, 18:00 PM IST
Asian soccer body says it supports FIFA candidate Sheikh Salman
Three of the five FIFA candidates claim support from Asian voters, but the AFC said it fully backed Sheikh Salman.
Nov 27, 2015, 21:48 PM IST
Australian football federation chief quits
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull hailed Lowy for "instilling in Australians your love and passion for the game".
Nov 17, 2015, 11:47 AM IST
India drop to 172nd, Belgium top FIFA rankings
India is also ranked a dismal 33rd amongst Asian teams.
Nov 05, 2015, 20:43 PM IST
FIFA presidential candidate denies torturing footballers
Sheikh Salman said the allegations that he was involved in torturing footballers are all "lies".
Oct 27, 2015, 22:39 PM IST
Sepp Blatter fights ban amid FIFA turmoil even as Asian body calls for emergency meeting
FIFA president Sepp Blatter appealed against the 90 day ban that forced him out of office, a report said on Friday as world football's sleaze-tainted governing body headed into months of turmoil over how to find a new leader.
Oct 09, 2015, 22:45 PM IST
AFC gives nod to Goa govt to host U-16 Championship next year
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on Friday gave green signal to the Goa Government for hosting the AFC U-16 Championship, which will be held from September 15 to October 2 next year.
Sep 25, 2015, 19:40 PM IST
India placed 22nd in new Asian football technical ranking
A new technical ranking system of the Asian Football Confederation has placed India in 22nd spot among the continent's 46-member countries, the highest among South Asian nations.
Sep 13, 2015, 14:38 PM IST
Chung Mong-Joon accuses FIFA of ignoring `election fraud`
South Korean FIFA presidential candidate Chung Mong-Joon on Friday accused football`s governing body of overlooking an "election fraud" favouring rival and front-runner Michel Platini.
Sep 11, 2015, 11:55 AM IST
