Postponing FIFA U-17 Women's WC could be advantage for India, feels coach
4 years, 7 months ago

Postponing FIFA U-17 Women's WC could be advantage for India, feels coach

The Hindu  

Thomas Dennerby, coach of the Indian U-17 Women’s team, feels the postponement of the FIFA U-17 World Cup to February-March next year offers his squad a chance to make up for time lost due to the coronavirus lockdown. “We will check their fitness levels when we start the camp and the results will help us form a new long term program until the World Cup starts. And that is the reason why I want us to play higher-ranked teams because we will get lesser time to make decisions and will have to be quick and that will helps us learn.” Dennerby felt the tri-nation tournament held in December last year Mumbai, which saw India play against Sweden and Thailand, was a great learning experience for his team. We have to learn to ensure that we take the chance when it comes to the World Cup level.” He added that he hoped the team will be able to go on exposure tours and play higher-ranked teams in the months leading to the World Cup, but would “fully respect it if the situation stopped that from happening."

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Indian team leaves for FIH Women’s Junior World Cup 2023
1 year, 1 month ago

Indian team leaves for FIH Women’s Junior World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

Indian team left for Santiago, Chile to compete in the FIH Women’s Junior World Cup on Wednesday. READ | Tamil Nadu’s Mareeswaran hopes to realise Olympic dreams through Senior Nationals Hockey tournament With Captain Preeti leading the charge and Rutuja Dadaso Pisal playing deputy, India will begin its campaign against Canada on November 29 followed by the clash against Germany …

Indian sub junior men defeats Netherlands U16; women’s team loses
1 year, 2 months ago

Indian sub junior men defeats Netherlands U16; women’s team loses

The Hindu  

A day of mixed results unfolded for the Indian sub junior teams in their maiden international tour as the men secured an impressive 4-2 victory against the Netherlands U-16 team while the women faced a challenging 2-6 defeat. READ | Ahead of Women’s ACT, HI announces 34-member probable group for national camp “This is a great victory for the squad, …

‘We have to utilise our chances’: India women’s football team coach Thomas Dennerby
1 year, 5 months ago

‘We have to utilise our chances’: India women’s football team coach Thomas Dennerby

Firstpost  

Dennerby feels that in the Asian Games India has been clubbed in a tough group where it is not the favourite. However, he asserts that strong defence and ample chances are created to lead to glory for the side Chennai: Poor conversion rate in the attacking third is something that the Indian women’s team needs to change ahead of their …

With Junior World Cup spot booked, Indian men hope to go all the way at Asia Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

With Junior World Cup spot booked, Indian men hope to go all the way at Asia Cup

The Hindu  

With the Indian men’s hockey team reaching the semifinals of the ongoing Junior Asia Cup and booking its spot at the Junior World Cup later this year, coach CR Kumar is looking beyond, preparing players for the step up to the senior level. “This was our only chance to prove ourselves and qualify for the Junior World Cup and we …

India U-17s to play second training game against SSV Reutlingen U-16 in Germany
1 year, 7 months ago

India U-17s to play second training game against SSV Reutlingen U-16 in Germany

The Hindu  

The India U-17 men’s team will take on SSV Reutlingen U-16 side in its second training game in Reutlingen, Germany on Saturday as part of its preparation for next month’s AFC U-17 Asian Cup in Thailand. It’s been three days since the India U-17s landed in Germany after playing a series of training matches in Spain. We arrived on Tuesday …

Irrespective of result against Nepal, Thomas Dennerby’s honeymoon plan is running on borrowed time
1 year, 10 months ago

Irrespective of result against Nepal, Thomas Dennerby’s honeymoon plan is running on borrowed time

The Hindu  

After India’s group-stage exit in the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in October last year, head coach Thomas Dennerby stressed the need to have all age-group teams together. ‘Small things on the international stage punish you directly’ The women’s U-20 team suffered a 1-3 loss to Nepal in the SAFF Championship this month and will look to turn its fortunes, …

FIFA U-17 World Cup — potential springboard to growth of women’s football in India
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA U-17 World Cup — potential springboard to growth of women’s football in India

The Hindu  

The 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup came to a rather exciting end at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Colombia captain Linda Caicedo had already played the U-20 Women’s World Cup before leading her country to its first-ever FIFA final in the U-17 World Cup. The World Cup came at just the right for India and for women’s …

Why we need to stop neglecting women’s football in India
2 years, 2 months ago

Why we need to stop neglecting women’s football in India

Live Mint  

“We fought hard,” said India striker Neha, on the verge of tears. Despite another spirited effort, India bowed out of the U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 0-5 defeat to the South American giants. India qualified for the tournament, their first FIFA women’s World Cup at any level, by the virtue of being hosts. When India staged the U-17 men’s …

Women’s football needs a good long-term plan: India coach Dennerby after early U-17 World Cup exit
2 years, 2 months ago

Women’s football needs a good long-term plan: India coach Dennerby after early U-17 World Cup exit

The Hindu  

India U-17 women’s team head coach Thomas Dennerby stressed the structure for the development of women’s football in the country, following his team’s early exit from the 2022 FIFA U-17 World Cup. “We need to have a good long-term program for them, a really good schedule,” said Dennerby, “Because when I see the players, I know there are enough talented …

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: India’s nightmare campaign ends without a sports psychologist
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: India’s nightmare campaign ends without a sports psychologist

The Hindu  

The Indian U-17 women’s football team ended its maiden FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign with three morale-sapping losses to the United States of America, Morocco and Brazil. They couldn't really handle the situation of playing their first World Cup game,” coach Thomas Dennerby had said after India’s 0-8 loss to the USA in the opening fixture. And when the …

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: India coach Dennerby says five months of preparation not enough to challenge best teams
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: India coach Dennerby says five months of preparation not enough to challenge best teams

The Hindu  

India’s under-17 women’s head coach Thomas Dennerby accepted the lack of ‘skilfulness’ in his players while analysing the team’s 0-3 loss to Morocco in the second group match of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. In one way, I am still proud of the girls because they were putting in the extra effort, working very hard and trying their very …

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup: Boot Consignment Arrives Late, Indian Players Unable to Break in New Shoes
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup: Boot Consignment Arrives Late, Indian Players Unable to Break in New Shoes

News 18  

The first-ever FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup staged by India is up and running as nations fight to prove the strength of their blooming young squads. After the game, there was news of the consignment carrying the boots supposed to be used by the young squad had arrived late and that some players wore their new boots right out of …

FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup: India to take on USA in the competition opener
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup: India to take on USA in the competition opener

India Today  

India will lock horns with USA in the opening match of the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup at the Kalinga stadium in Bhubaneswar. India had booked an automatic berth in the Under-17 World Cup and will be one of the three debutants in the tournament along with Morocco and Tanzania. Speaking ahead of India's opening match at the Under-17 Women's …

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Heavyweights in action, India eyes surprise win on opening day
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Heavyweights in action, India eyes surprise win on opening day

The Hindu  

The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup – a tournament that has historically produced stars of the game – will see its seventh edition kick-off in India on October 11, 2022. World Cup Groups: Group A: India, USA, Brazil, Morocco Group B: Germany, New Zealand, Chile, Nigeria Group C: Spain, Colombia, Mexico, China Group D: Japan, Tanzania, Canada, France Four matches …

'Hard to Score Against Us,' Says FIFA U-17 Women's Coach Thomas Dennerby Ahead of World Cup Opener
2 years, 2 months ago

'Hard to Score Against Us,' Says FIFA U-17 Women's Coach Thomas Dennerby Ahead of World Cup Opener

News 18  

Ahead of the first match in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup against USA, head coach Thomas Dennerby said that the Indian team’s main focus will be remain on executing the gameplan and if we can stick with our plans we have a team that is hard to score against. India is set to begin its FIFA U-17 Women’s World …

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Will Inspire Young Girls in India to Take up Football: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Will Inspire Young Girls in India to Take up Football: AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey

News 18  

All-India Football Federation president Kalyan Chaubey on Saturday said that the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 in India will be a big milestone and will inspire young girls in the country to take up football, leading further to women empowerment. Therefore, the many young girls will be inspired, motivated, encouraged to play football after this FIFA U-17 Women’s …

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Formidable challenge awaits India in Group A
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Formidable challenge awaits India in Group A

The Hindu  

Global age-group competitions can often give expression to the dreams and desires of children wanting to bring laurels to their nation. The U-17 women’s World Cup in India, too, will realise the dreams of many. Ten years later, she realised her dream, helping USA qualify for the FIFA U-17 World Cup by winning the U-17 Women’s CONCACAF Championship. She will …

Completely Focussed and Hopeful: India Coach Thomas Dennerby Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Completely Focussed and Hopeful: India Coach Thomas Dennerby Ahead of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

News 18  

The Indian under-17 women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby sounded confident ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, which willbe held in Bhubaneshar, Navi Mumbai and Goa from October 11. The Indian under-17 women’s football team are in the last leg of their preparations and are currently training in Bhubaneswar, after returning from their exposure trip to Spain …

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup: Team India announce 21-member squad for showpiece event starting on October 11
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup: Team India announce 21-member squad for showpiece event starting on October 11

India TV News  

The Indian Football federation on Wednesday announced the squad for the upcoming Women’s U-17 World Cup as they named a 21-member squad. They will face the USA on October 11, followed by Morocco and Brazil on October 14 and October 17, respectively, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Everyone wants to play the World Cup, but I can only select …

India Announce 21-member Squad for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

India Announce 21-member Squad for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

News 18  

Head coach Thomas Dennerby on Wednesday named a 21-member Indian squad for the FIFA U-17 women’s World Cup, scheduled to begin here on October 11. They will face the USA on October 11, followed by matches against Morocco and Brazil on October 14 and October 17 respectively, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. “It’s a unique chance to show everyone …

India women’s under-17 team loses 1-3 to Sweden ahead of World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

India women’s under-17 team loses 1-3 to Sweden ahead of World Cup

The Hindu  

India’s under-17 women’s team lost 1-3 to Sweden on Monday in Spain during its preparatory tour ahead of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup. India, however, looked promising at the start as they competed on equal terms in an intense midfield battle that saw winger Anita Kumari get an early shot at the rival goal, which was saved. India head …

Will be hard to score against us: India women’s U-17 team head coach
2 years, 3 months ago

Will be hard to score against us: India women’s U-17 team head coach

The Hindu  

The Indian team for the upcoming FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup, which the country will host, has improved in defending but needs to work on "attacking and some technical details", head coach Thomas Dennerby said on Sunday. Dennerby, who is currently camping in Spain along with the players for an exposure tour ahead of the age-group showpiece, said the fitness …

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022™ Legacy Initiative Concludes in Ladakh
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022™ Legacy Initiative Concludes in Ladakh

News 18  

A historic FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022™ legacy initiative, the Coach Education Scholarship Programme, has concluded in Ladakh where 23 aspiring coaches – all females – undertook an E-License grassroots course to become officially certified football coaches. Mr. Tashi Gyalson Khachu, Chairman of the Ladakh Football Association, who was present for the inauguration of the programme along with …

U-17 World Cup: After FIFA ban, light at the end of the tunnel for Indian football
2 years, 3 months ago

U-17 World Cup: After FIFA ban, light at the end of the tunnel for Indian football

The Hindu  

“Just focus on your game and your practice. Whatever happens in the future, would happen according to God’s wishes.” These words — by coach Anand Prasad Gope — echoed in the ears of Anita Kumari and Nitu Linda when the Indian women’s U-17 camp went into a shock following FIFA’s ban on the All India Football Federation. When the International …

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2022™ Legacy Initiative, Coach Education Scholarship Programme, Kicks off in Shillong
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2022™ Legacy Initiative, Coach Education Scholarship Programme, Kicks off in Shillong

News 18  

In a historic first, the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, Meghalaya, is hosting a FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022™ legacy initiative, the Coach Education Scholarship Programme where 23 aspiring coaches – all females – are undertaking an E-License grassroots course to become officially certified football coaches. ASIA CUP 2022: FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS “Meghalaya has witnessed …

SC terminates mandate of CoA for AIFF, Baichung Bhutia favours reforms
2 years, 4 months ago

SC terminates mandate of CoA for AIFF, Baichung Bhutia favours reforms

India TV News  

The Supreme Court directed the termination of the mandate of the three-member Committee of Administrators headed by a former top court judge on Monday. Former Indian skipper Baichung Bhutia and the Committee of Administrators on Monday told the Supreme Court that the reform process in the national football body AIFF should be allowed to continue despite threats from FIFA. The …

Time is Key for India U-17 Women Football Team to Improve Says Coach Thomas Dennerby
2 years, 6 months ago

Time is Key for India U-17 Women Football Team to Improve Says Coach Thomas Dennerby

News 18  

India U-17 women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby believes that giving his side enough time on the pitch against quality opponents is the key for them to improve as a team. The India U-17 girls are currently participating in the 6th Torneo Female Football Tournament, where they have already faced the likes of Italy and Chile, and are set …

India U-17 women’s team to face tough Italy test
2 years, 6 months ago

India U-17 women’s team to face tough Italy test

The Hindu  

The Indian women’s football team will begin its preparation for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup by taking on Italy in a four-nation tournament at the Gradisca d'lsonzo Stadium near here on Wednesday. India had a preparatory camp in Jamshedpur before coming here, and will compete in two tournaments during its exposure tour ahead of the U-17 women’s World Cup …

India U-17 Women’s Football Team Ready for A New Challenge
2 years, 6 months ago

India U-17 Women’s Football Team Ready for A New Challenge

News 18  

The India U17 women’s football team will take on hosts Italy in their first match of the 6th Torneo Female Football Tournament which is set to kick off on Wednesday at 10pm IST in the Gradisca d’lsonzo stadium in Italy. The match will be live-streamed on the tournament’s Facebook page- https://m.facebook.com/femalefootballtournament/ After their preparatory camp in Jamshedpur, the tournament will …

U-17 Women's team is all set to lock horns against Italy and Netherlands
2 years, 6 months ago

U-17 Women's team is all set to lock horns against Italy and Netherlands

India TV News  

Along with the much anticipated FIFA World Cup, this also is the year of the U-17 Women's World Cup. The women's team is all set to fly out to Italy and Norway and will compete in two tournaments to prepare for the mega event. The Torneo Female Football Tournament will kickstart from June 22-26 and the Open Nordic Tournament WU16 …

Aditi Chauhan: India will put up a fantastic show in U-17 World Cup
2 years, 7 months ago

Aditi Chauhan: India will put up a fantastic show in U-17 World Cup

The Hindu  

India goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan feels that the U-17 team is not short on preparation for the upcoming World Cup despite the absence of senior members of the team since 2019. But Aditi feels the Indian team will be one of the sides to watch out for in the U-17 Women’s World Cup. “They’ve been getting regular match time and training …

India women's football team coach Thomas Dennerby names 33 players for FIFA U-17 WC national camp
2 years, 8 months ago

India women's football team coach Thomas Dennerby names 33 players for FIFA U-17 WC national camp

Firstpost  

The players, who have assembled here, include 12 from the side that won the SAFF U-18 Women’s Championship title earlier this year Jamshedpur: Indian women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby on Tuesday named 33 players for a national coaching camp as part of its preparation for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup to be held in the country later …

Women's U-17 World Cup: Scouting was most difficult part, says India's assistant coach
2 years, 11 months ago

Women's U-17 World Cup: Scouting was most difficult part, says India's assistant coach

The Hindu  

Scouting talented players was the toughest part of preparation for the upcoming FIFA women's U-17 World Cup, Indian team assistant coach Alex Ambrose said. The Indian team is currently preparing in Jamshedpur as part of its preparation for the tournament, which is scheduled to be held from October 11 to 30 in India. Among the 35 players summoned, Shilky Devi …

Scouting for U-17 Players for FIFA Women's World Cup Was Tough: Coach Alex Ambrose
2 years, 11 months ago

Scouting for U-17 Players for FIFA Women's World Cup Was Tough: Coach Alex Ambrose

News 18  

The women’s football assistant coach, Alex Ambrose, has said that scouting for the right players for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022 was the toughest task, adding that the state associations played a key role in assisting the talent scouts. The Indian U-17 women’s team is currently training in Jamshedpur as part of its preparations for the U-17 …

Anything Can Happen If We Reach Knockouts: Thomas Dennerby on Indian Women's Team's FIFA World Cup Chances
3 years ago

Anything Can Happen If We Reach Knockouts: Thomas Dennerby on Indian Women's Team's FIFA World Cup Chances

News 18  

Indian women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby has insisted that “we will fight with our lives” to reach the knockout stage of the upcoming AFC Asian Cup and realise their dream of securing qualification to the 2023 FIFA World Cup. Asked if he is confident of taking India to their first FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023, Dennerby did …

Year Ender 2021: Indian Women's Football Team in Transition Ahead of Asian Cup Test
3 years ago

Year Ender 2021: Indian Women's Football Team in Transition Ahead of Asian Cup Test

News 18  

Heading into 2022, one conclusion can be definitively drawn. The masses will either be galvanised or disillusioned, given the results at the Women’s Asian Cup and the Under-17 Women’s World Cup. He had been given charge of the Under-17 team in preparation for the World Cup but with the Asian Cup looming, the All India Football Federation could ill-afford to …

Indian Women's football coach Dennerby lauds team fitness ahead of friendly
3 years, 2 months ago

Indian Women's football coach Dennerby lauds team fitness ahead of friendly

The Hindu  

Indian women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby believes the team’s fitness has improved since he joined but said the team will need more time to meet his expectations. Because if you get tired, you take bad decisions.” The Indian women’s football team has played a friendly against host Bahrain after two friendlies against Tunisia and UAE in Dubai, ahead …

AIFF's plan to send India women's football team to 2027 World Cup endorsed by Sports Ministry, SAI
3 years, 7 months ago

AIFF's plan to send India women's football team to 2027 World Cup endorsed by Sports Ministry, SAI

Firstpost  

It is worth mentioning that AIFF president Praful Patel had said that the national women’s side can qualify for the FIFA World Cup before the men’s team does, despite the less attention given to it. New Delhi: Endeavouring to send the women’s national team to the 2027 FIFA World Cup, the All India Football Federation has charted a detailed plan …

AIFF's detailed plan to send Indian women's team to 2027 World Cup endorsed by Ministry, SAI
3 years, 7 months ago

AIFF's detailed plan to send Indian women's team to 2027 World Cup endorsed by Ministry, SAI

The Hindu  

Endeavouring to send the women's national team to the 2027 FIFA World Cup, the All India Football Federation has charted a detailed plan in this regard, which has been "endorsed and supported" by both the Sports Ministry and Sports Authority of India. Last December, AIFF President Praful Patel had said the federation was hoping for the women's team to qualify …

Legacy Activities for FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2022 Restart on International Women's Day
3 years, 10 months ago

Legacy Activities for FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2022 Restart on International Women's Day

News 18  

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the Local Organising Committee of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022 with support from FIFA, kicked off its Coach Education Scholarship Programme at Cooperage Stadium in Mumbai to further develop women’s football. Speaking at the event, Tournament Director of the LOC of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022 and AFC Women’s …

Bala Devi says U-17 World Cup will help change overall mindset about women's football in India
4 years ago

Bala Devi says U-17 World Cup will help change overall mindset about women's football in India

Firstpost  

She recalled how she was criticised for playing football but her father, who himself was a state-level player, beat the odds to help her realise her dream. New Delhi: National team striker Bala Devi feels the forthcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2022 will help change the overall mindset about women’s football in India. “In the FIFA U-17 World Cup, …

U-17 World Cup will change mindset about women's football in India: Bala Devi
4 years ago

U-17 World Cup will change mindset about women's football in India: Bala Devi

The Hindu  

National team striker Bala Devi feels the forthcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup in 2022 will help change the overall mindset about women's football in India. READ | "In the FIFA U-17 World Cup, more girls from various countries will come to India and our girls will get an opportunity to rub shoulders with the world's best. The All India Football …

AIFF Hints at Extension for Thomas Dennerby, Eyes Role for U-17 Players in Future Senior Team
4 years, 1 month ago

AIFF Hints at Extension for Thomas Dennerby, Eyes Role for U-17 Players in Future Senior Team

News 18  

Head coach Thomas Dennerby could continue, but the journey of several of his Indian players has ended even before they could hit the road to fame, courtesy the cancellation of next year’s FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup. “I believe that some players, who are 2005 born in this team, may qualify to play in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup …

AIFF hints at Dennerby extension, eyes role for U17 players in senior team
4 years, 1 month ago

AIFF hints at Dennerby extension, eyes role for U17 players in senior team

The Hindu  

Head coach Thomas Dennerby could continue, but the journey of several of his Indian players has ended even before they could hit the road to fame, courtesy the cancellation of next year’s FIFA Women’s U-17 World Cup. “I believe that some players, who are 2005-born in this team, may qualify to play in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in …

2021 FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup to be further postponed
4 years, 3 months ago

2021 FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup to be further postponed

The Hindu  

India might have to wait longer to host the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, which was earlier postponed from November 2020 to February 2021. “There is a possibility that FIFA may postpone the U-17 World Cup. READ| The camp for the U-17 World Cup probables, scheduled to be held in Jharkhand from October 15 is also likely to be delayed. …

Women’s U-17 World Cup football camp from October 15
4 years, 4 months ago

Women’s U-17 World Cup football camp from October 15

The Hindu  

India's U-17 women’s World Cup probables team will begin training in Jharkhand from October 15, All India Football Federation general secretary Kushal Das said on Wednesday. The U-17 women’s World Cup to be held in India, originally scheduled for November, was postponed to February-March next year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The U-17 women’s team’s preparations will be the sole …

U-17 WC can transform women’s game in India: FIFA official
4 years, 5 months ago

U-17 WC can transform women’s game in India: FIFA official

The Hindu  

India staging the U-17 women’s World Cup in 2021 will play a significant role in boosting the image of the sport among girls in the country, says head of FIFA’s women’s competitions, Sara Booth. Speaking at an e-summit organised by Football Delhi on Monday, Booth said Delhi will feel the “positive impact” of hosting a World Cup and lauded the …

Kushal Das Remembers When He Was Told 'How Highly India is Regarded by FIFA'
4 years, 5 months ago

Kushal Das Remembers When He Was Told 'How Highly India is Regarded by FIFA'

News 18  

With India slated to play host to major international tournaments in the next couple of years, All India Football Federation general secretary Kushal Das recalled how the thought of hosting the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 set into motion the idea of taking Indian football forward together to the next level. India is set to host the FIFA U-17 …

Indian women’s football team needs more exposure tours: Anadi Barua
4 years, 6 months ago

Indian women’s football team needs more exposure tours: Anadi Barua

The Hindu  

After India’s second-round exit from the AFC Olympic qualifiers last year, women’s football in the country will be under the spotlight when it hosts the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup early next year. According to Anadi Barua, the former head coach of the national team, to ensure an overall better health of the women’s game in India, grassroot-level changes are …

Aditi Chauhan Wants to Emulate Sunil Chhetri's Fitness: He is an Idol for All of Us
4 years, 6 months ago

Aditi Chauhan Wants to Emulate Sunil Chhetri's Fitness: He is an Idol for All of Us

News 18  

Indian women's football team goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan on Friday said she wants to emulate talismanic men's captain Sunil Chhetri in keeping herself fit and inspiring young players. Being a senior player in the women's national team and somebody whom youngsters look up to, I also want to keep myself fit and inspire others," Aditi said during an Instagram chat with …

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