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Shillong Lajong FC made a powerful statement in the Shillong Derby, defeating Rangdajied United FC 3-1 in front of a roaring home crowd at the JN Stadium. With goals from Mylliempdah, Lyngdoh, and Kharbuli, the Red Dragons took control of Group D in the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup.

Photo by Subham Mondal Diamond Harbour FC couldn’t have asked for a more dramatic start to their Durand Cup journey. Playing their...

Shillong Lajong FC announced themselves in the 134th Durand Cup with a 6–0 win over Malaysian Armed Forces FT, as Sana and Buam bagged a brace each in front of a roaring home crowd.

Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army FC Durand Cup 2025 encounter saw five goals shared between the sides as the Indian Super League team narrowly defeated the visiting Nepal Army side 3-2 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex.

The AIFF has finalized its three-man shortlist for the next head coach of the Indian men’s football team. Pixel Sports analyzes the profiles of Jamil, Constantine, and Tarkovič, each offering a unique direction for Indian football's future.

East Bengal vs South United Durand Cup 2025 opener ended in a one-sided affair as the Red and Golds cruised to a 5-0 victory at Salt Lake Stadium. Goals from Lalchungnunga, Saul Crespo, Bipin Singh, Diamantakos, and Naorem Mahesh sealed a perfect start to East Bengal’s campaign in the Durand Cup 2025.

The Durand Cup 2025 begins on July 23 at Salt Lake Stadium with a marquee clash between East Bengal FC and South United FC. The tournament, featuring 24 teams, spans five cities and marks the return of one of Asia's oldest football competitions.

“Everybody in the Indian football ecosystem is worried, hurt, scared about the uncertainty we are faced with. But we’ll ride this storm together,” said Sunil Chhetri, as he urged players, staff, and fans to stay united and hopeful amid the ISL standstill.

The 2025 Durand Cup kicks off on July 23 with East Bengal FC facing South United FC in Kolkata. Full fixture list, knockout dates, and team details released as India’s oldest tournament returns.

A night of grit and history as Sangita Basfore leads India to a monumental 2-1 win over Thailand, sealing the Blue Tigresses’ first-ever successful AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualification campaign — a moment to remember for Indian football.

India continued their impressive form in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers with a commanding 4-0 victory over Timor-Leste, led by Manisha Kalyan’s brace and goals from Anju Tamang and Lynda Kom Serto.

India kicked off their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers with a massive 13-0 win against Mongolia, marking their biggest-ever victory in the competition’s history.

India U23 drew 0–0 with Kyrgyz Republic in a hard-fought friendly match in Tajikistan. Despite late chances from Suhail and Macarton, the Blue Colts had to settle for a goalless draw.

India U23 suffered a 2-3 loss to Tajikistan in a friendly after leading twice. Suhail Bhat and Parthib Gogoi scored, but two injury-time goals cost them the match.

India Women’s Football Team has announced a 24-member squad for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers in Thailand. Head coach Crispin Chettri's side will face Mongolia, Timor Leste, Iraq, and Thailand in Group B, starting June 23.

India suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Hong Kong, in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers after conceding a 94th-minute penalty. Despite a solid defensive display and good chances for Ashique and Chhetri, the Blue Tigers couldn’t find the net. Goalkeeper Kaith’s late error led to the match-winning penalty by Pereira. With just one point from two games, India’s hopes of qualification hang by a thread. A crucial clash against Singapore now awaits in October.

India lost 0-2 to Thailand in a friendly at Thammasat Stadium on June 4, 2025. Goals from Ben Davis and Poramet Arjvilai sealed the win for the hosts. Despite the defeat, India showed promising signs, especially in the first half, with strong performances from Liston Colaco and Sunil Chhetri. Missed chances and key defensive lapses proved costly. Coach Manolo Márquez now looks ahead to India’s crucial AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against Hong Kong on June 10.

Jamie Maclaren and Jason Cummings scored cancelling our an own goal from Alberto to complete a historic 2-1 victory over Bengaluru to become the first team in ISL history to win the cup at their home.

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