Rules, rivalries
Football’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to transcend borders, histories and political divides.
Football’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to transcend borders, histories and political divides.
As the FIFA World Cup enters its closing stages and the arguments flow fast and thick as fevered as the football itself, one question intrigues me with increasing insistence.
From breaking defensive lines to breaking baby name records, Erling Haaland's World Cup achievements have inspired many Peruvian parents to name their newborns after the Norwegian striker.
FIFA 2026 has been a complete game changer for football, showcasing different shades, shifts, configurations and reactions.
Cristiano Ronaldo's final FIFA World Cup ended with Portugal's Round of 16 defeat to Spain. The Portuguese star confirmed it was his last World Cup but said he would not rush a decision on his international future.
Organised by SMSES under the aegis of the Air Force Sports Control Board, the Subroto Cup was first held in 1960 and named after Air Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, who initiated the event to promote grassroots sports.
Hosts India have been placed in Group D alongside Iran, Palestine, Chinese Taipei and Lebanon for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 qualifiers, following the official draw held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
Amid the growing uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League (ISL), All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey has assured that the country’s top-tier football league will be held this year.
Two-time Indian Super League (ISL) champions Chennaiyin FC have announced a temporary suspension of club operations, citing the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of the league.
While most professional clubs in India focus on results at the top, Punjab FC is redefining what it means to build from the grassroots. With a deep-rooted commitment to nurturing talent, the club has created a world-class youth development program, not in a metropolitan hub, but in the heart of Punjab.
