AIFF sacks head coach Igor Stimac
6 months ago

AIFF sacks head coach Igor Stimac

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Days after India lost to Qatar in their last World Cup qualifier, their head coach Igor Stimac has been sacked. The AIFF statement said that the decision was taken because of India’s disappointing World Cup qualification campaign. “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. A notice of termination has been issued to Mr. Stimac by the AIFF Secretariat, and he stands relieved of his obligations with immediate effect," the AIFF said in a statement.

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The future will show how right I was, says former India football coach Stimac
3 months, 1 week ago

The future will show how right I was, says former India football coach Stimac

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: India is still “we”, the players, “our boys”. Igor Stimac may have settled with All India Football Federation but he hasn’t separated from the country he coached for over five years. “For me it was not about losing a certain amount of money…the AIFF president didn’t understand that when I asked for some time after which I said would …

AIFF responds to Igor Stimac's allegations, says former head coach has 'sole intent of maligning' federation
5 months, 4 weeks ago

AIFF responds to Igor Stimac's allegations, says former head coach has 'sole intent of maligning' federation

Hindustan Times  

The All India Football Federation has issued a response to the remarks made by Igor Stimac following his dismissal as head coach of the Indian men’s team earlier this month. India coach Igor Stimac during FIFA World Cup qualifier During a tumultuous interaction with the media on Friday, the former coach levelled multiple accusations against the AIFF and its president, …

Igor Stimac vs AIFF: Indian football body strongly counters sacked coach's allegations
6 months ago

Igor Stimac vs AIFF: Indian football body strongly counters sacked coach's allegations

India Today  

The All India Football Federation has officially responded to recent comments made by former Head Coach Igor Stimac, clarifying the reasons behind the termination of his contract. At a chaotic press conference on Friday, former head coach Igor Stimac leveled numerous accusations against the AIFF. Throughout his tenure, the AIFF claims to have provided Stimac full support, including autonomy in …

The sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves AIFF, the better it is for Indian football: Igor Stimac
6 months ago

The sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves AIFF, the better it is for Indian football: Igor Stimac

Hindustan Times  

Four days after he was unceremoniously sacked as the coach of India's men's football team, Igor Stimac launched a scathing attack on reigning All India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey, saying the sooner he leaves the post, the better it would be for the future of football in the country. AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey with former India head coach Igor …

The sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves, the better: Sacked India coach Igor Stimac hits out at AIFF President
6 months ago

The sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves, the better: Sacked India coach Igor Stimac hits out at AIFF President

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Ousted India football coach Igor Stimac on Friday launched a stinging attack on AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey, saying the sooner he leaves the post, the better it would be for the future of football in the country, where the globally loved sport is not growing at all. During a lengthy online press conference on Friday, Stimac said Indian …

Why Igor Stimac’s ouster could put AIFF on backfoot
6 months ago

Why Igor Stimac’s ouster could put AIFF on backfoot

Hindustan Times  

Approval for Igor Stimac’s contract was given by the core committee of the All India Football Federation with president Kalyan Chaubey kept in the loop, according to document accessed by HT. India coach Igor Stimac Valid till June 2026, Stimac’s contract was terminated by AIFF on Monday with the offer of three months’ salary as compensation. “The CC Members under …

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end
6 months 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 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, India Head Coach, Sacked By AIFF Following Disappointing FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
6 months ago

Igor Stimac, India Head Coach, Sacked By AIFF Following Disappointing FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

ABP News  

The All India Football Federation announced on Monday its decision to sack head coach Igor Stimac. "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," the AIFF statement read after a meeting charied by Vice …

AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as head coach after India’s disappointing FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers campaign
6 months ago

AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as head coach after India’s disappointing FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers campaign

The Hindu  

The All India Football Federation on June 17 sacked Igor Stimac as the head coach of the country's senior's men's team following a disappointing campaign in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. India could not make the third round of the World Cup qualifier following a 1-2 defeat against Qatar in their final second round match. Noting the disappointing outcome …

AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as head coach after India fails to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup
6 months ago

AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as head coach after India fails to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Live Mint  

After a disappointing campaign in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, the All India Football Federation sacked Igor Stimac as the head coach of the country's senior men's team on 17 June. Appointed head coach of the Indian football team in 2019, Igor Stimac was given an extension in 2023 by the sport's apex body. "Noting the disappointing outcome of …

AIFF sacks head coach Igor Stimac after India's exit from World Cup qualifiers
6 months, 1 week ago

AIFF sacks head coach Igor Stimac after India's exit from World Cup qualifiers

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation on Monday sacked senior men's team head coach Igor Stimac, terminating his contract exactly a year before it was to expire in the wake of the side's ouster from the second round of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers despite getting a relatively easy draw. Stimac, who was appointed as the head coach in 2019, …

Igor Stimac sacked from Indian football team's coaching role after end of FIFA World Cup 2026 dreams
6 months, 1 week 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 …

If Igor Stimac is sacked, AIFF could have to pay $3,60,000 as compensation; move unlikely
6 months, 1 week ago

If Igor Stimac is sacked, AIFF could have to pay $3,60,000 as compensation; move unlikely

Hindustan Times  

Igor Stimac is unlikely to step down as head coach of the senior India men’s football team. A member of the India contingent in Doha quoted Stimac as saying that he was heartbroken after Tuesday’s contentious 1-2 defeat to Qatar that ended India’s chances of making the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers but happy with the spunk …

Stimac unlikely to step down
6 months, 1 week ago

Stimac unlikely to step down

Hindustan Times  

Igor Stimac is unlikely to step down as head coach of the senior India men’s football team. A member of the India contingent in Doha quoted Stimac as saying that he was heartbroken after Tuesday’s contentious 1-2 defeat to Qatar that ended India’s chances of making the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers but happy with the spunk …

Igor Stimac says he will resign if India don't qualify for FIFA World Cup qualifiers third round
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Igor Stimac says he will resign if India don't qualify for FIFA World Cup qualifiers third round

Firstpost  

India have never reached the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. India men’s football team manager Igor Stimac said he will resign from the position if they fail to reach the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Even before the Asian Cup got underway in January, Stimac had prioritised qualification to the third round which …

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

Igor Stimac stays: AIFF extends contract of Indian football men’s team coach till 2026
1 year, 2 months ago

Igor Stimac stays: AIFF extends contract of Indian football men’s team coach till 2026

The Hindu  

The All India Football Federation announced the contract extension of Igor Stimac, the head coach of India’s men’s national football team, until 2026, on Thursday. “At the same time, if we are able to qualify for the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, then an automatic extension of another two years.” Mahesh Gawli, a former India international and …

Indian football: Igor Stimac quashes astrologer allegations; will decide on his future in two days
1 year, 2 months ago

Indian football: Igor Stimac quashes astrologer allegations; will decide on his future in two days

The Hindu  

Igor Stimac, the head coach of the Indian men’s national football team, quashed all rumours about him consulting an astrologer for team selection, following India’s elimination from the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou. Several media reports before the Asian Games had alleged that Stimac’s process of team selection involved consultation with an astrologer for picking a side before the AFC …

India has enough resources to become one of the best football nations in Asia: Arata Izumi
1 year, 3 months ago

India has enough resources to become one of the best football nations in Asia: Arata Izumi

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s football team, having won three trophies in 2023, failed to live up to its expectations in the King’s Cup, last week. Moreover, the All India Football Federation, is also looking for ways to allow players of Indian origin to find a way to represent the tricolour, to make India an Asian powerhouse under Vision 2047. Sportstar caught …

India football team coach Igor Stimac breaks silence on astrologer controversy: 'Time to put all cards on table'
1 year, 3 months ago

India football team coach Igor Stimac breaks silence on astrologer controversy: 'Time to put all cards on table'

Firstpost  

Igor Stimac has hinted that he will be making some big revelations while also adding that he remains committed to making India a football nation. Amid the controversy of him taking help from an astrologer to pick the team for Asia Cup qualifiers, the Indian football team’s head coach Igor Stimac has hinted that he will be making some big …

India's football coach Igor Stimac opens up on astrologer controversy
1 year, 3 months ago

India's football coach Igor Stimac opens up on astrologer controversy

India TV News  

India's football coach Igor Stimac has finally broken his silence on the ongoing controversy of taking assistance from an astrologer to pick the Indian team for the Asia Cup qualifiers. Meanwhile, there are reports that the All India Football Federation reached out to an astrologer to make the final call on team selection in Asian Cup qualifiers among others in …

Igor Stimac show caused by AIFF for breach of agreement
1 year, 3 months ago

Igor Stimac show caused by AIFF for breach of agreement

The Hindu  

The All India Football Federation on Saturday issued a show-cause notice to senior men’s team head coach Igor Stimac for making comments construed as a breach of agreement by his employers. Hitting out at some of the ISL clubs for their unwillingness to release players for the national camp in preparation for the Asian Games, World Cup Qualifiers and the …

Igor Stimac Reunites With Real Madrid's Luka Modric While On Vacation
1 year, 5 months ago

Igor Stimac Reunites With Real Madrid's Luka Modric While On Vacation

News 18  

Indian national football team head coach Igor Stimac got to visit his former player and Real Madrid’s Luka Modric while he was out on vacation. One day our 🇮🇳 National Team will reach this level 💪🏼 pic.twitter.com/kzIVxH68Vq — Igor Štimac July 11, 2023 He added: “Hope our National Team will reach this level.” Stimac was appointed as the Indian national …

Will AIFF rein in Stimac after his recent run-ins with referees on the sidelines?
1 year, 5 months ago

Will AIFF rein in Stimac after his recent run-ins with referees on the sidelines?

The Hindu  

After being sent off during the India-Pakistan SAFF Championship football match for impeding a throw-in, head coach Igor Stimac was an unrepentant man. Shaji Prabhakaran, the AIFF Secretary General, refused to comment and told The Hindu that the matter would be “dealt with internally.” There is a chance that the SAFF disciplinary committee — which is expected to decide in …

Igor Stimac on impediments to Indian football, progress of the national team, and more
2 years, 1 month ago

Igor Stimac on impediments to Indian football, progress of the national team, and more

The Hindu  

Indian football has attained a standard of professional stability but what it needs now is the thrust to move forward. The onward momentum can only be achieved by bringing about drastic changes to the country’s major football leagues, feels Igor Stimac, head coach of India’s national men’s football team. How much has the national men’s football team progressed ever since …

Igor Stimac set to remain India senior men’s team coach till AFC Asian Cup 2023
2 years, 2 months ago

Igor Stimac set to remain India senior men’s team coach till AFC Asian Cup 2023

The Hindu  

India men's senior team head coach Igor Stimac on Tuesday signed a contract extension that will see him stay in charge of the team till the end of the AFC Asian Cup 2023. “We have had a very good run in the qualifiers, and we want to make sure that we keep building ourselves up till the Asian Cup and …

AIFF Technical Committee Recommends Extension of Igor Stimac's Contract Till AFC Asian Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

AIFF Technical Committee Recommends Extension of Igor Stimac's Contract Till AFC Asian Cup

News 18  

The new technical committee of the All India Football Federation under the chairmanship of I.M Vijayan on Sunday recommended the extension of India men’s team head coach Igor Stimac’s contract till the AFC Asian Cup 2023. “In the first agenda of the meeting, the Technical Committee recommended the extension of Senior Men’s Team Head Coach Igor Stimac’s contract till the …

Stimac to continue as Indian men’s football team head coach till AFC Asian Cup next July
2 years, 3 months ago

Stimac to continue as Indian men’s football team head coach till AFC Asian Cup next July

The Hindu  

Croatian Igor Stimac is set to continue as Indian football team head coach with the Technical Committee of All India Football Federation on Sunday recommending the extension of his contract till the end of AFC Asian Cup in July next year. “In the first agenda of the meeting, the Technical Committee recommended the extension of Senior Men’s Team Head Coach …

Igor Stimac Meets CoA for First Time, Both Sides Quiet on Coach's New Contract
2 years, 5 months ago

Igor Stimac Meets CoA for First Time, Both Sides Quiet on Coach's New Contract

The Quint  

However, both the CoA and Stimac refrained from saying whether the issue of his contract came up for discussion in the meeting. "It was a good meeting and I am quite sure we will keep working together," Stimac told PTI. "More important things than the contract for me are to support the national team's needs and make sure we have …

Igor Stimac Furious With AIFF Management and Leadership
2 years, 6 months ago

Igor Stimac Furious With AIFF Management and Leadership

News 18  

Igor Stimac warned that Indian football is a decade behind Asia’s best and threatened to quit as national coach unless there are “drastic” changes. The management problems were compounding a chronic lack of football development that has left India “eight to 10 years behind the top-eight Asian countries”, Stimac said. Stimac took aim at the AIFF’s stalled leadership transition a …

Indian football | Head coach Stimac slams AIFF crisis after Asian Cup qualification
2 years, 6 months ago

Indian football | Head coach Stimac slams AIFF crisis after Asian Cup qualification

The Hindu  

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac has lashed out at the messy state of affairs grappling the national federation, a day after his side qualified for AFC Asian Cup for the second consecutive time. Stimac's side celebrated its qualification with an emphatic 4-0 win over Hong Kong later in the day as it finished with three wins to top …

India coach Stimac hits out at AIFF after historic Asian Cup qualification
2 years, 6 months ago

India coach Stimac hits out at AIFF after historic Asian Cup qualification

The Hindu  

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac has lashed out at the messy state of affairs grappling the national federation, a day after his side qualified for the AFC Asian Cup for the second consecutive time. While an immediate suspension by FIFA because of third-party intervention is out of the cards, Stimac questioned the timing of the issue, which has …

Stimac: Constant changes, injuries make a coach's job difficult
2 years, 6 months ago

Stimac: Constant changes, injuries make a coach's job difficult

The Hindu  

Despite all odds, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac is backing his side to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup. RELATED | “Only bad thing was Zambia cancelling the match.” Stimac informed that centre-back Deepak Tangri would replace Ritwik Das, who is ruled out due to chicken pox. Especially coming out and collecting crosses.” About forward Sunil Chhetri, Stimac …

Stimac backs India to qualify for Asian Cup
2 years, 6 months ago

Stimac backs India to qualify for Asian Cup

The Hindu  

KOLKATA Despite all odds, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac is backing his side to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup. “Only bad thing was Zambia cancelling the match.” Tangri to replace Ritwik Stimac said that centre-back Deepak Tangri would replace Ritwik Das as the latter was ruled out due to chicken pox. Most of all, for me, is …

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 …

Igor Stimac: We still do not have a season that extends to nine months
3 years, 2 months ago

Igor Stimac: We still do not have a season that extends to nine months

The Hindu  

The senior men’s national football team has found a bunch of technically competent players and is now ready to step forward to the next level of competitiveness, feels the head coach Igor Stimac. We are now in the position to go one step forward, which is playing good football in the third round of Asian Cup qualifiers and ensuring a …

SAFF Championship: Igor Stimac must accept the existence of rot after Sri Lanka shock
3 years, 2 months ago

SAFF Championship: Igor Stimac must accept the existence of rot after Sri Lanka shock

Firstpost  

Instability in the team, lack of identity, lack of creativity and dipping work rate — Igor Stimac needs to come to terms with the myriad problems plaguing the Indian team to find a solution. Back in June, when a listless India huffed and puffed to victory over Bangladesh in the second round of 2023 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, Stimac had …

SAFF Championship: Igor Stimac names Udanta Singh in squad; Amrinder Singh replaced after COVID-19 test
3 years, 2 months ago

SAFF Championship: Igor Stimac names Udanta Singh in squad; Amrinder Singh replaced after COVID-19 test

Firstpost  

Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and hosts Maldives are the other teams in the championship. New Delhi: Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac on Sunday named a 23-member squad for the upcoming SAFF Championship in the Maldives with Bengaluru FC winger Udanta Singh returning to the side. Chennaiyin FC’s Vishal Kaith figured among the three goalkeepers while Amrinder Singh was …

AIFF, Stimac issue clarification about comments on Qatar quarantine conditions
3 years, 6 months ago

AIFF, Stimac issue clarification about comments on Qatar quarantine conditions

The Hindu  

A day after the Indian men's football team coach Igor Stimac expressed unhappiness over the quarantine-like conditions imposed on the team in Doha, the All India Football Federation has released the following statement. "The team management including the players, the head coach, the support staff along with the AIFF are grateful to the Qatar FA for their cooperation in their …

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