The AIFF convened a meeting with ISL clubs and FSDL representatives on August 7 to outline the 2025–26 season structure. A key proposal was hosting the Super Cup before the ISL, ensuring season completion by May 31 and preserving AFC competition eligibility.

A debut goal from Moroccan forward Hamid Ahadad proved the difference as Emami East Bengal FC overcame a stubborn Namdhari FC 1-0 in the Durand Cup. Niraj Kumar’s heroics kept Namdhari in the game, but the Red and Gold Brigade’s persistence paid off to keep them top of Group A.

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.

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.