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11,000 Feet and Rising: How 1 Ladakh FC is Redefining Football with Purpose
1 Ladakh FC isn’t just playing football—they’re building a movement. In this exclusive, Pixel Sports explores how the club is blending climate action, culture, and competition to create one of India’s most purpose-driven football stories.
Debjoy Biswas
Aug 25 min read


From Gokulam to East Bengal: A winning journey continues
Anthony Andrews talks about winning the IWL with East Bengal, the growth of women’s football, standout players like Elshaddai and Soumya, and future Asian ambitions.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Aug 24 min read


Diamond Harbour FC Dismantle BSF FC 8-1 in Durand Cup Clash
Brazilian striker Clayton Silva’s four-goal performance led Diamond Harbour FC to an emphatic 8-1 victory over BSF FC in the 134th Durand Cup 2025 Group B fixture at KBK.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Aug 22 min read


Khalid Jamil Appointed Head Coach of Indian Men’s National Team
The AIFF has named Khalid Jamil as head coach of the Indian Men’s National Team, endorsing homegrown talent ahead of major international fixtures.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Aug 12 min read


Emami East Bengal FC Strengthens Women’s Squad for 2025–26 Season
East Bengal Women add firepower by signing Fazila, Shilky, and Payal, and extend contracts of 14 core players to build on their domestic double ahead of the AFC Women’s Champions League.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Aug 12 min read


Liston Colaco Brace Powers 10-Man Mohun Bagan Past Mohammedan Sporting
Photo by Pixel Sports\Debjoy Biswas Liston Colaco brace helped 10-man Mohun Bagan Super Giant secure a 3-1 win over Mohammedan Sporting...

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 311 min read


Bodoland FC defeated Karbi Anglong in tightly contested Group D clash at Durand Cup 2025
A resilient Bodoland FC fought back from a goal down to register a 2-1 win over Karbi Anglong Morning Star FC in their Group D clash at the 134th Durand Cup.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 311 min read


India to Compete in CAFA Nations Cup 2025 Ahead of AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers
The Indian senior men’s team will compete in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 in Dushanbe, facing tough opposition from Iran, Tajikistan, and Afghanistan in Group B.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 312 min read


Late Strikes Seal First Durand Cup Win for Namdhari Against South United
Bhupinder and Cledson scored late in the second half to hand Namdhari Sports Academy a deserved 2–0 win over South United FC in their debut Durand Cup campaign. South United finish their group stage with a solitary point.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 312 min read


India Drawn in Group of Death for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
The final draw for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026, held at the Sydney Town Hall on July 29, 2025, has placed India in Group C...

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 312 min read


Imphal Derby Ends in Dramatic 1-1 Draw in Durand Cup 2025
NEROCA FC denied TRAU FC a win with a stoppage-time goal in a thrilling 1-1 draw in the 134th IndianOil Durand Cup Imphal Derby opener.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 302 min read


Sanan’s Strike Seals 1-0 Win for Jamshedpur FC Against Indian Army
Sanan Mohammed’s strike early in the second half gave Jamshedpur FC a 1-0 win over a dominant Indian Army FT in Jamshedpur. Despite being under pressure for most of the match, Khalid Jamil’s side held firm to register back-to-back wins in the Durand Cup.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 291 min read


Shillong Lajong Dominate Shillong Derby with 3-1 Victory Over Rangdajied United
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 292 min read


Diamond Harbour FC Stun Mohammedan Sporting 2-1 in Debut Durand Cup Clash
Photo by Subham Mondal Diamond Harbour FC couldn’t have asked for a more dramatic start to their Durand Cup journey. Playing their...

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 282 min read


Shillong Lajong FC Thrash Malaysian Armed Forces FT 6–0 in Durand Cup Opener
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 271 min read


Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army FC Durand Cup 2025: Red Miners Edge Nepal Side in Five-Goal Thriller
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 252 min read


AIFF Coach Shortlist 2025: Jamil, Constantine, Tarkovič in Final Contention
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 242 min read


Durand Cup 2025: Red and Golds Start With a Dominant 5-0 Win
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 242 min read


Durand Cup 2025 Kicks Off in Kolkata: East Bengal vs South United in Tournament Opener
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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 222 min read


Sunil Chhetri Calls Indian Football’s Uncertain Future “Very Concerning” as ISL 2025–26 Remains on Hold
“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.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Jul 162 min read
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