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AIFF Super Cup 2025-26: Kolkata Derby Headlines Group Stage Draw
The AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 is set to begin from October 25, 2025, with matches scheduled across two venues in Goa, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao and GMC Athletic Stadium in Bambolim. The tournament will go on till November 22, 2025, featuring a group stage format followed by semi finals and final. The competition features 16 teams divided into four groups of four each, with only the group winners advancing to the semi finals.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Hero HIL 2026 Men's Auction: Henderson Headlines Big Money Signings as Franchises Invest in Youth and Experience
The Hero Hockey India League men's mini auction concluded successfully on September 24, 2025, with Australian midfielder Liam Henderson emerging as the most expensive acquisition at INR 42 lakhs. The auction, held in New Delhi, showcased franchises' strategic approach of balancing international star power with promising Indian junior talent, setting the stage for an exciting 2026 season.
Pixel Sports Hockey Desk
Sep 25, 20253 min read


Argentine Stars Dominate HIL 2026 Women's Auction as Gorzelany Sets Record
The Hero Hockey India League 2026 women's mini auction concluded on September 24, 2025, with Argentine defender Agustina Gorzelany becoming the most expensive player at INR 42 lakhs, while India's Monika emerged from being unsold to becoming the costliest Indian player at INR 15 lakhs.
Pixel Sports Hockey Desk
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Srihari Nataraj Aims Freestyle Glory Down the Line at Home Asian Aquatic Championship 2025
Double Olympic medallist turns attention from backstroke brilliance to freestyle excellence as continental action starts in Ahmedabad. Srihari Nataraj, India's finest swimming hopeful and two time Olympian, will make his presence felt at the Asian Aquatic Championship 2025, which starts tomorrow at the new Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 23, 20254 min read


Hockey India League 2026 Mini Auctions Start Tomorrow as World's Top Players Go Under Hammer
The Hockey India League is back on its glorious comeback path once again with the highly awaited mini auctions to be held on September 24 in New Delhi, another turning point in the league's glorious comeback since it started again after a seven year hiatus.
Pixel Sports Hockey Desk
Sep 23, 20252 min read


The Gentleman's Game To Political Warzone
The much awaited India vs. Pakistan matches in the Asia Cup 2025 turned into an arena of political drama instead of unadulterated cricketing excellence, as political tensions following the recent military confrontation spilled onto the pitch with ferocity. India won over Pakistan by seven wickets in their September 14 group stage match in Dubai, but the result of the match was marred by the political gesture that followed.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Double Delight for East Bengal as They Win 41st Calcutta Football League Crown and Get 40th Trophy
East Bengal Football Club wrote their name further into Calcutta football history on September 22, 2025, securing their historic 41st Calcutta Football League Premier Division title with a heart stopping 2-1 win over United Sports Club at the East Bengal Ground. The victory was a historic double occasion, as the Red and Gold Brigade also accepted their 40th CFL trophy on the same historic day.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Indian Football and Supreme Court: Finally, the Saga Ends!
The Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, has finally delivered its long awaited verdict, approving the All India Football Federation's Constitution. With this judgment, the Hon'ble Apex Court does not only resolve an eight year old judicial procedure but also clears the air of uncertainty that was looming over the head of Indian football and all of its stakeholders.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 20, 20253 min read


Udita Duhan: A Master of All Trades
Be it her defensive duties or her proficiency with penalty corners, Udita Duhan consistently proves she can don any role given to her and she will do it with flair. Having been named Player of the Tournament for the Women’s Asia Cup in Gongshu, China, Udita Duhan proved to the world that the comeback is always stronger than the setback.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Ahal FK Stuns Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Home Turf
Mohun Bagan Super Giant suffered a shocking defeat in their opening day match of the AFC Champions League 2, at the Vivekanada Yuba Bharati Krirangan at the hands of Turkmenistan side Ahal FK on Tuesday. Mohun Bagan Super Giant started with their traditional 4-3-3 formation, with Deepak Tangri and Apuia playing as pivots. Kiyan Nassiri got a rare chance to feature in the starting XI on the right flank.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 17, 20254 min read


Valiant FC Goa Go Down Fighting in their Opening AFC Champions League Two Match against Al Zawraa SC
FC Goa began their AFC Champions League Two campaign at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Margao, Goa, on Wednesday against Al Zawraa SC of Iraq. FC Goa were missing their star defender, Sandesh Jhingan, who suffered an injury on international duty against Iran. As a result, Nim Dorjee started alongside Spanish centre back Pol Moreno. When in possession, FC Goa looked like a secure 4-2-3-1, with Timor anchoring the double pivot.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Flames Burning Brighter Than Ever: East Bengal FC Women’s Historic Qualification for AFC Women’s Champions League
East Bengal FC and Anthony Andrews are writing a fairytale. East Bengal FC, a club so much associated with continental participation has created another historic chapter when their “Moshal girls” dominated the Indian Women’s League to become champions and as a result of winning the league, they got a chance to represent India in the continental stage.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 16, 20253 min read


India Dominate The Defending Champions; End 8 Years Drought for Asian Supremacy
India Dominate The Defending Champions; End 8 Years Drought for Asian Supremacy
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 8, 20253 min read


India's Historic Third Place Finish: Blue Tigers Overcome Oman on Penalties at CAFA Nations Cup 2025
India won the third place at the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 by beating Oman 3-2 on penalties in a thrilling shootout, ending the tournament on a great note under new national team coach Khalid Jamil.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Sep 8, 20253 min read


Asia Cup Hockey 2025: Japan Finish Fifth, Malaysia Clinch Bronze with Win Over China
Day 8 of the Asia Cup Hockey 2025 saw Japan salvage pride with a 6-1 victory over Bangladesh in the 5th/6th place playoff, led by Ryosuke Shinohara’s hat-trick. Later, Malaysia bounced back from their Super 4 heartbreak to beat China 4-1 in the bronze medal match, as Akhimulla Anuar struck twice to finish as the tournament’s highest scorer with 12 goals.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 8, 20253 min read


India Suffer Heartbreak in 2-1 Defeat to Qatar in U-23 Asian Cup Qualifier
The Indian U-23 football team's dreams of creating history took a significant blow as they fell 2-1 to hosts Qatar in a thrilling Group H encounter of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium in Doha on Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Pixel Sports Football Desk
Sep 7, 20252 min read


Asia Cup Hockey 2025 Day 7: India Crush China to Reach Final, South Korea Edge Malaysia
India booked their spot in the Asia Cup Hockey 2025 final with a commanding 7-0 victory over China in Rajgir, setting up a title clash with South Korea, the only team to avoid defeat against them so far. Earlier, South Korea staged a dramatic comeback to beat Malaysia 4-3 in a heated encounter, while Kazakhstan outscored Chinese Taipei 6-4 in a high-scoring dead rubber.
Pixel Sports Hockey Desk
Sep 7, 20254 min read


Asia Cup Hockey 2025 Day 6: India Beat Malaysia, China Stun South Korea
India produced a commanding 4-1 win over Malaysia to move top of the Super 4s standings at the Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir. Earlier, China shocked South Korea with a disciplined 3-0 victory, while Bangladesh beat Kazakhstan 5-1 in the classification round. With one round of Super 4s matches left, the tournament is set for a thrilling finish.
Pixel Sports Hockey Desk
Sep 6, 20254 min read


From 2011 Cricket World Cup to Hockey Asia Cup: Paddy Upton's Winning Formula Revealed
Patrick “Paddy” Upton, who has mentored world champions across multiple sports, spoke to PixelSports on the sidelines of the Asia Cup 2025. Upton underlined that hockey requires elite fitness and constant mental conditioning from all eleven players, praising Craig Fulton, Alan Tan, and the Indian team’s dedication in Rajgir’s heat.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 5, 20254 min read


Asia Cup Hockey 2025 Day 5: Malaysia Defeat China, India Held by South Korea
Malaysia moved a step closer to the Asia Cup 2025 final with a 2-0 win over China, while India were held to a 2-2 draw by South Korea in a thrilling Super 4s clash. In the classification round, Japan overcame Chinese Taipei 2-0 to set up a 5th place playoff against Bangladesh.
Swarnava Majumdar
Sep 4, 20255 min read
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