World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac names team for Afghanistan, Oman
5 years, 2 months ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac names team for Afghanistan, Oman

The Hindu  

India national team head coach Igor Stimac named a 26-member squad for India's upcoming World Cup qualifier games against Afghanistan and Oman on Wednesday. Dheeraj, who is with ATK in the Indian Super League this year, was part of India's U-17 team which played in the World Cup in 2017. READ | ISL 2019-20: Major takeaways for national coach Igor Stimac Dheeraj's inclusion meant Kamaljit Singh was dropped. India will play Afghanistan on November 14 and face Oman five days later, with both matches being played away from home.

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India in FIFA Rankings: Blue Tigers fall further in latest standings after Igor Stimac exit
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India in FIFA Rankings: Blue Tigers fall further in latest standings after Igor Stimac exit

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s football team fell further in latest FIFA rankings, with the Blue Tigers ranked 124th in the update released on June 20, dropping three spots from the previous standings. It was its worst ranking since March 9, 2017, when it was 132nd and the first after the exit of head coach Igor Stimac, who was shown the door …

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end

Firstpost  

India men’s national football team coach Igor Stimac paid the price for massively inconsistent results with his job but his five-year tenure did have some positives to contribute to the Indian football ecosystem. It took a week but the All India Football Federation finally wielded the axe and sacked Igor Stimac as the head coach of the India men’s national …

India fires coach after end of 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India fires coach after end of 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — India coach Igor Stimac was fired on Monday, four days after the team’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup ended. qualification campaign, the members unanimously agreed that a new head coach would be best placed to take the team forward,” the AIFF said in a statement. In March came a shock World Cup qualifying home …

Igor Stimac sacked from Indian football team's coaching role after end of FIFA World Cup 2026 dreams
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Igor Stimac sacked from Indian football team's coaching role after end of FIFA World Cup 2026 dreams

India TV News  

The All Indian Football Federation on Monday sacked the current Indian head coach Igor Stimach from his post after India's FIFA World Cup dream ended. "Noting the disappointing outcome of the Senior Men’s National Team’s FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification campaign, the members unanimously agreed that a new Head Coach would be best placed to take the team forward," said …

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
7 months ago

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

India’s match against Kuwait was a momentous occasion, with Sunil Chhetri, India’s highest goal scorer, donning the national colours for the last time. It was a chance for the Blue Tigers to give its talismanic skipper a fitting farewell by bolstering its chances of making it to the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. READ | Qatar …

Bose, Ranawade, Lalchungnunga not in India's 23-member squad for away match against Qatar
7 months ago

Bose, Ranawade, Lalchungnunga not in India's 23-member squad for away match against Qatar

The Hindu  

Indian football head coach Igor Stimac on June 8 named a 23-member squad without the defensive trio of Mohun Baan veteran Subhasish Bose, Mumbai FC's Amey Ranawade and Lalchungnunga of East Bengal for its away World Cup Qualifier against Qatar on June 11. This will be India's first match after the retirement of Sunil Chhetri, who made his last international …

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Three key battles to look out for in Sunil Chhetri’s farewell match
7 months ago

India vs Kuwait, FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Three key battles to look out for in Sunil Chhetri’s farewell match

The Hindu  

India will face Kuwait in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday. The match is not only important due to India’s qualification to the third round but also because captain Sunil Chhetri will be making his 151st and final appearance for the Blue Tigers. FOLLOW: LIVE UPDATES FROM THE INDIA VS KUWAIT FIFA …

India squad for FIFA WC Qualifier against Kuwait: Who is in and who is out?
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India squad for FIFA WC Qualifier against Kuwait: Who is in and who is out?

Live Mint  

In preparation for the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 in Kolkata, India’s head coach, Igor Stimac, has finalized a squad of 27 players for the skipper Sunil Chhetri’s last game. “Parthib and Hammad suffered minor injuries a few days back and will need 7-14 days of rest,” he added. The group’s top two teams will …

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match

Hindustan Times  

Forward Parthib Gogoi and defender Muhammad Hammad were left out due to injuries as India announced a 27-member squad for the World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 which would mark the end of long-serving captain and ace striker Sunil Chhetri's international career. Following the match against Kuwait, India will travel to take on Qatar on June 11 …

India coach Igor Stimac announces squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Kuwait
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India coach Igor Stimac announces squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Kuwait

The Hindu  

Indian senior men’s team head coach Igor Stimac, on Thursday, named a 27-member squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Kuwait on June 6. Parthib and Hammad suffered minor injuries a few days back and will need 7-14 days of rest.” The remaining players will continue to train in Bhubaneswar until May 29, after which, they will travel …

India TV Sports Wrap on March 27: Today's top 10 trending news stories
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India TV Sports Wrap on March 27: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

The defending champions Chennai Super Kings have reclaimed the top spot on the IPL 2024 points table after beating Gujarat Titans in the seventh game of the season. Top 10 Trending Sports News Stories Chennai Super Kings race to top of IPL 2024 points table CSK have become the first team to win two games in the ongoing season and …

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance

News 18  

Milestone man Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as India hope to overcome their struggles in front of the goal in the return leg of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Afghanistan here on Tuesday. Having played his first International in 2005, he has so far earned 149 international caps, 93 goals and 11 trophies for …

India play out goalless draw against Afghanistan in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India play out goalless draw against Afghanistan in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

India TV News  

The Indian football team played out a goalless draw against Afghanistan at the Damac Stadium in Abha, Saudi Arabia and missed a wonderful opportunity to earn three valuable points in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. Lallianzuala Chhangte, Manvir and Nikhil Poojary created a few scoring opportunities for the Blue Tigers but they all went begging as Afghanistan's defence …

India vs Afghanistan FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Predicted lineups, team news, injuries
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Afghanistan FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Predicted lineups, team news, injuries

The Hindu  

The Blue Tigers is all set to face Afghanistan in its third group stage match of the second round, FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification on March 21, 2024, in Abha, Saudi Arabia.. India is grouped with Qatar which is first with six points, followed by Kuwait, which is tied on second with three …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Stimac optimistic on India’s chances against Afghanistan
9 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Stimac optimistic on India’s chances against Afghanistan

The Hindu  

India head coach Igor Stimac sounded optimistic about his side’s chances, who will play two back-to-back FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Joint Qualifiers Round 2 matches against Afghanistan. Once we all get there, we will start talking about how to win the game from the very first second.” India begun its FIFA World Cup 2026 and …

'We need to play at a higher level...': India coach Igor Stimac after AFC Asian Cup exit
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'We need to play at a higher level...': India coach Igor Stimac after AFC Asian Cup exit

Firstpost  

The Indian football team’s AFC Asian Cup campaign came to an end on a heart-breaking note. The Blue Tigers had a horrendous outing at the AFC Asian Cup this time in Qatar as they bowed out without even registering a single point. Following the disappointing series of performances, India coach Igor Stimac shared an emotional post on social media platform …

'We rank outsiders' - Igor Stimac on India's chances at Asian Cup, targets third round at World Cup Qualifiers
1 year ago

'We rank outsiders' - Igor Stimac on India's chances at Asian Cup, targets third round at World Cup Qualifiers

India TV News  

India men's football team head coach Igor Stimac played down Blue Tigers' chances at the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2023 on Sunday, December 31. The Serbian coach said that he is not focusing on the results at the Asian Cup and added that India's final goal is to qualify for the third round of World Cup qualifiers 2026. After the …

Igor Stimac Readies ‘Outsiders’ Team India and Lays Out His Plans for AFC Asian Cup
1 year ago

Igor Stimac Readies ‘Outsiders’ Team India and Lays Out His Plans for AFC Asian Cup

News 18  

The Indian men’s football team landed at the Hamad International Airport in Doha on Saturday for the AFC Asian Cup, to a rousing welcome from the fans in Qatar. Head coach Igor Stimac, who had arrived the day prior, lauded the fans for their warm welcome, promising a strong showing from the Blue Tigers despite numerous injuries plaguing the side. …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: India's 26-member squad announced by head coach Igor Stimac
1 year ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: India's 26-member squad announced by head coach Igor Stimac

Firstpost  

The Blue Tigers are due to arrive in Doha later on Saturday, ahead of marking their fifth appearance in the Asian Cup. The Indian senior men’s team head coach Igor Stimac, on Saturday, December 30, 2023, announced India’s 26-member squad for the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023.The Blue Tigers are due to arrive in Doha later on Saturday, ahead of …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India’s Journey, Progress, Challenges, And AFC Asian Cup Preparation
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India’s Journey, Progress, Challenges, And AFC Asian Cup Preparation

ABP News  

The Indian men's senior football team commenced the second round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers on a positive note. While securing a victory in one of their two matches, this win instilled hope for India's advancement to the subsequent round, a historic feat if accomplished. India initiated their campaign with a 1-0 triumph over Kuwait on home soil, marking their …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: How India have fared so far in second round and what needs to be done
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: How India have fared so far in second round and what needs to be done

Hindustan Times  

The Indian men's senior football team made a promising start in the second round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Although the Blue Tigers won just one out of the two matches they played, the win raised hopes of India progressing to the next round, which will also be the first time if the team qualifies. Sunil Chhetri in action against …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Stimac’s trial by fire against Qatar paves way for India’s Asian Cup squad
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Stimac’s trial by fire against Qatar paves way for India’s Asian Cup squad

The Hindu  

Sometimes you need to take a step back to move forward. We are not a team that can keep carrying people who are not improving on a daily basis or at least on a yearly basis.” Plaudits for Amrinder, Bheke and Subhasish Udanta was not the only one trying to earn the coach’s trust. India goal keeper Amrinder Singh tries …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India coach Igor Stimac rues missed opportunities after loss to ‘out of league’ Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India coach Igor Stimac rues missed opportunities after loss to ‘out of league’ Qatar

The Hindu  

India coach Igor Stimac, for a chance, did not appear apoplectic after a loss. AS IT HAPPENED | INDIA VS QATAR FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS HIGHLIGHTS “Let’s stop talking about the Asian Cup. Stimac had posted on X, requesting a longer national camp ‘throughout November and December’ for the qualifiers and the Asian Cup, which could not reach fruition …

World Cup qualifier: Fighting India go down to superior Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup qualifier: Fighting India go down to superior Qatar

Hindustan Times  

Starting blues in each half ended India’s unbeaten record at home. Naorem Mahesh Singh in action with Pedro Miguel To goals in the fourth and 46th minutes from Moustafa Tarek Mashal and Almoez Ali and Yusuf Abdurisag’s 85th minute header, India replied by dollops of desperate defending and at least three chances, two of them in the first half, when …

Bhubaneswar, Guwahati to host India's first two FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
1 year, 4 months ago

Bhubaneswar, Guwahati to host India's first two FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Firstpost  

India have been drawn in Group A of the Asian qualifiers, alongside Qatar, Kuwait, and the winners of the Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 1 fixture between Afghanistan and Mongolia. Bhubaneswar and Guwahati will host India’s opening two home matches in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2, the All India Football Federation …

Stimac makes ‘sincere request’ to ISL clubs after East Bengal, Mumbai City refuse to release players for India U-23 camp
1 year, 5 months ago

Stimac makes ‘sincere request’ to ISL clubs after East Bengal, Mumbai City refuse to release players for India U-23 camp

Hindustan Times  

India men's football team head coach Igor Stimac on Saturday “sincerely requested” all the Indian Super League clubs to release selected players for long preparatory camp ahead of the World Cup Qualifiers and AFC Asian Cup. The Blue Tigers are scheduled to take part in four major tournaments – AFC U23 qualifiers, Asian Games, World Cup Qualifiers and AFC Asian …

India in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: What does it mean for Blue Tigers, grouped with Qatar, Kuwait?
1 year, 5 months ago

India in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: What does it mean for Blue Tigers, grouped with Qatar, Kuwait?

The Hindu  

India has been placed in Group A, along with Asian champion Qatar, Kuwait and the winner between Afghanistan and Mongolia, after the AFC second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, which took place at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. RELATED: Asian Games Football Draw: India men’s team grouped with China, Bangladesh; Women paired with Thailand Kuwait …

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Stimac Says India 'Played Like Blue Tigers'; Chhetri Opens Up on 17 Years in International Football
2 years, 6 months ago

Asian Cup Qualifiers: Stimac Says India 'Played Like Blue Tigers'; Chhetri Opens Up on 17 Years in International Football

News 18  

India pipped Afghanistan 2-1 in a dramatic AFC Asian Cup qualifiers clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Saturday. Indian men’s football team head coach Igor Stimac was ecstatic with the result and said that the team proved why they are called the Blue Tigers. When Chhetri was asked about the reaction to his goal and him …

Coach Igor Stimac names seven new faces in India squad for friendlies against Bahrain and Belarus
2 years, 9 months ago

Coach Igor Stimac names seven new faces in India squad for friendlies against Bahrain and Belarus

Firstpost  

Stimac has called up rookie players - Prabhshukhan Gill, Hormipam Ruivah, Anwar Ali, Roshan Singh, VP Suhair, Danish Farooq, and Aniket Yadav for the two ties to be played in Bahrain on 23 and 26 March. New Delhi: India on Monday named seven newcomers in the 25-member squad for their international football friendlies against Bahrain and Belarus later this month. …

Igor Stimac announces 25-member squad for international friendlies in Bahrain
2 years, 9 months ago

Igor Stimac announces 25-member squad for international friendlies in Bahrain

The Hindu  

Indian men's football team head coach Igor Stimac has announced a 25-member squad for the back-to-back international friendlies in Bahrain. Seven players have received their maiden call-up – Prabhshukhan Gill, Hormipam Ruivah, Anwar Ali, Roshan Singh, VP Suhair, Danish Farooq, and Aniket Yadav. The international friendlies are part of the team’s preparation for the final round of the AFC Asian …

India coach Igor Stimac confident of improved performance from his goalkeepers
2 years, 9 months ago

India coach Igor Stimac confident of improved performance from his goalkeepers

Firstpost  

Gurpreet and star centre back Sandesh Jhingan are in line to captain the side in the two friendlies in the absence of Sunil Chhetri, who has pulled out of the matches due to injury. New Delhi: He is a bit concerned about his goalkeeper’s inconsistent show so far in this season, but Indian men’s football team coach Igor Stimac said …

India Coach Stimac Supports FIFA's Biennial WC Plan but Wants to Know if There's Financial Reasons
3 years, 2 months ago

India Coach Stimac Supports FIFA's Biennial WC Plan but Wants to Know if There's Financial Reasons

News 18  

India football team head coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday supported FIFA’s plan to hold the World Cup every two years but said he would want to know if the world body is looking for “more money” for itself with such a move. FIFA revealed its detailed plan last month, after meeting with retired players, to redraft the calendar of international …

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: Sunil Chhetri and Co Finish Third After 1-1 Draw
3 years, 6 months ago

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier: Sunil Chhetri and Co Finish Third After 1-1 Draw

News 18  

India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifier Football Match Score: It has been a very competitive second half of football with both the teams testing their opponent’s backline with continuous attacks. PREVIEW Goal-machine Sunil Chhetri will look to add to his tally and enter the all-time top 10 scorers’ list as a buoyant India meet Afghanistan in the joint …

Anirudh Thapa receives clearance to re-join Indian football team in Doha
3 years, 7 months ago

Anirudh Thapa receives clearance to re-join Indian football team in Doha

The Hindu  

India midfielder Anirudh Thapa has received clearance from the local health authorities in Doha to re-join the team. Thapa had tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, a day before India lost 0-1 to Asian champion Qatar, and was kept in isolation in a separate room at the team hotel. "Anirudh Thapa, who was in isolation on advice of LOC medical …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: 10-man India go down fighting against Qatar after Abdulaziz Hatem's goal
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: 10-man India go down fighting against Qatar after Abdulaziz Hatem's goal

Firstpost  

Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu had to pull off a series of saves to keep the margin of loss small. Doha: A 10-man India defended creditably well as they suffered a 0-1 defeat to Asian champions Qatar in their World Cup qualifying round match on Thursday. India, however, played with 10 men from the 17th minute onwards after defender Rahul Bheke …

10-man India loses 0-1 to Qatar in 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier
3 years, 7 months ago

10-man India loses 0-1 to Qatar in 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

A 10-man India defended creditably well as it suffered a 0-1 defeat to Asian champions Qatar in their World Cup qualifying round match on Thursday. MATCH HIGHLIGHTS India, however, played with 10 men from the 17th minute onwards after defender Rahul Bheke was red carded for a second booking. India did have two good moves in the match from counter …

It will be an 'extremely difficult game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac
3 years, 7 months ago

It will be an 'extremely difficult game' against Qatar: Igor Stimac

The Hindu  

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac on Wednesday said holding Qatar to a goalless draw in the first-leg of the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers was a "big surprise" and it will be extremely difficult to tame the Asian champions again on Thursday. Stimac's men will face the same opponents in the second-leg match of the joint World Cup and Asian …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Daunting task ahead for India against Qatar
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Daunting task ahead for India against Qatar

The Hindu  

India’s preparation was far from ideal but it would take inspiration from the draw against Asian champion Qatar in 2019 when it faces the same team in the second-leg match of the joint World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers, here on Thursday. Vijayan on World Cup qualifier: This Indian team can beat Qatar India's performance, however, has gone south since …

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac expresses interest to include overseas citizens in national team
3 years, 9 months ago

Indian football team coach Igor Stimac expresses interest to include overseas citizens in national team

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Beleaguered coach Igor Stimac has dropped enough hints about his inclination to include Overseas Citizens of India in the national football team that stands shaken after one of its biggest defeats in years. A member of the Croatian team that made the semi-finals of the 1998 FIFA World Cup, he added, “Let me remind you that Afghanistan have …

India vs UAE preview: Stimac demands a sprightly display - Indian Football News
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs UAE preview: Stimac demands a sprightly display - Indian Football News

The Hindu  

After a resilient performance against Oman on Thursday, where the Indian football earned a gritty 1-1 draw, the Blue Tigers will face a superior-ranked UAE side at Dubai's Zabeel Stadium on Monday. Stimac's men put up a composed second half display and enjoyed more of the ball and found more space in the opponent’s half. - Jhingan out, Gurpreet returns …

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac
3 years, 9 months ago

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac

News 18  

On their return to the international arena, the Blue Tigers played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Oman at the Maktoum Bin Rashid Stadium in Dubai, UAE on Thursday, with Manvir Singh scoring the equaliser in the 55th minute. Immediately after the match, head coach Igor Stimac looked back at the game in a chat with AIFF TV and stated …

India draw 1-1 against Oman in Dubai
3 years, 9 months ago

India draw 1-1 against Oman in Dubai

Hindustan Times  

India rallied from a goal down to draw 1-1 against Oman in their first international game since November 2019, at the Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum Stadium in Dubai on Thursday. After conceding in the first half through a Chinglensana Singh own goal, India levelled proceedings in the second half through Manvir Singh. India draw 1-1 against Oman A total …

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: Manvir Helps Blue Tigers Draw 1-1
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: Manvir Helps Blue Tigers Draw 1-1

News 18  

India vs Oman Highlights, Friendly Football Match Updates: India made a fine comeback in the second half to hold fancied Oman 1-1 in their first international match in more than a year on Thursday. India conceded a goal in the 42nd minute with Chinglensana Singh’s clearance crossing the goal-line after hitting goalkeeper Amrinder Singh who started the match instead of …

India vs Oman highlights: Manvir Singh goal helps Igor Stimac's side play out 1-1 draw
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman highlights: Manvir Singh goal helps Igor Stimac's side play out 1-1 draw

The Hindu  

That's it for today. MATCH REPORT | MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: However, Manvir Singh's headed goal in the 55th minute helped India draw level. INDIA XI: Amrinder Singh, Ashutosh Mehta, Akash Mishra, Chinglensana Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Manvir Singh, Bipin Singh, Suresh Singh, Rowllin Borges, Jeakson Singh, Ashique Kuruniyan. The All Indian Football Federation's move to play international friendlies against strong teams like …

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies
3 years, 9 months ago

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies

Firstpost  

India’s match against Oman would bring an end to their COVID-19 exile from international football that has lasted over a year. With nine new first-timers like Akash Mishra, Liston Colaco, Ishan Pandita, Bipin Singh, and Lalengmawia, Stimac has made it clear that he is in search of new regulars for the international team. The friendlies are a precursor to India’s …

India vs Oman preview: Blue Tigers ready to prowl after COVID break
3 years, 9 months ago

India vs Oman preview: Blue Tigers ready to prowl after COVID break

The Hindu  

Talismanic captain Sunil Chhetri will not be there to inspire but a young Indian team will seek to play fearless football against a more fancied Oman in its first international match in more than a year here on Thursday. The absence of Chhetri, the second highest international goal-getter among active players, will be felt greatly but India did pull off …

Stimac wants his young Indian side to play fearless football against Oman, UAE
3 years, 9 months ago

Stimac wants his young Indian side to play fearless football against Oman, UAE

The Hindu  

With a squad packed full of youngsters, India head coach Igor Stimac wants his players to play fearless football when the team faces more fancied Oman and United Arab Emirates in the international friendlies next week. India plays Oman and UAE in Dubai on March 25 and 29 respectively -- its first matches after more than a year due to …

Igor Stimac names ten new players in 35-man probables list for Oman and UAE freindlies; preparatory camp from 15 March
3 years, 10 months ago

Igor Stimac names ten new players in 35-man probables list for Oman and UAE freindlies; preparatory camp from 15 March

Firstpost  

New Delhi: National football coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday named 10 new players in his 35-member list of probables for India’s back-to-back international friendlies against Oman and the UAE to be played in Dubai on 25 and 29 March respectively. It will be great to meet some new young guns and to check how bright our future is with them.” …

Igor Stimac Names 35-member Preliminary Squad for Oman and UAE Friendlies
3 years, 10 months ago

Igor Stimac Names 35-member Preliminary Squad for Oman and UAE Friendlies

News 18  

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac has named a 35-man probable list for the international friendlies against Oman and UAE are scheduled to be played on March 25 and March 29 respectively. 🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨#BlueTigers 🐯 head coach @stimac_igor has named the 3⃣5⃣-man list of probables for the International Friendlies against Oman 🇴🇲 & UAE 🇦🇪 in March.#BackTheBlue #IndianFootball— …

Promising win against Qatar suicidal: India coach Igor Stimac
4 years, 6 months ago

Promising win against Qatar suicidal: India coach Igor Stimac

The Hindu  

India’s draw against Asian champion Qatar in a World Cup qualifier last year was one of its best results but coach Igor Stimac does not want to put pressure on his players by promising a victory in the return leg. READ | “We are in the process of building up a new respectable team and I am trying to avoid …

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