Emotional to be Back in the National Camp after So Long, Says Bala Devi
1 year, 11 months ago

Emotional to be Back in the National Camp after So Long, Says Bala Devi

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The city of Chennai is currently a true confluence of India’s best talents in women’s football – the national camps for both the senior and the under-20 probables are running simultaneously at the SSN Ground and the Home Games Sports Arena, respectively. But then, there is one more reason that makes the players extra motivated; even the seasoned campaigners are thrilled that Ngangom Bala Devi is back in the National camp after a long time. There is a buzz in the air: “Bala didi is back” – every camper is delighted that one of the country’s finest players has returned to the National camp to share the stage with them. Indian women’s football team head coach Thomas Dennerby has called 30 players for the camp, and players like Sangita Basfore, Jabamani Tudu, Karthika and Bala Devi are back after a long period.

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Asian Games 2023: India announce women's football team, former captain Bala Devi returns after 4 years
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Games 2023: India announce women's football team, former captain Bala Devi returns after 4 years

India TV News  

India announced their women's football team for the upcoming Asian Games 2023 on Friday, August 2023. The former captain and star forward Bala Devi returns to international action after a gap of four years to boost India's chances for the medal in Hangzhou 2023. Bala Devi remains India's leading goalscorer with 52 goals in 58 international appearances despite missing the …

Bala Devi advises young girls to ignore negative comments from people, rather focus on themselves
2 years, 10 months ago

Bala Devi advises young girls to ignore negative comments from people, rather focus on themselves

The Hindu  

India woman footballer Bala Devi on Tuesday advised youngsters to ignore negative comments like "why are girls playing" and rather focus on their sport if they want to achieve success in their career. Bala, who joined Rangers Women FC of Scotland to become the first Indian woman to sign a professional contract with a European club, said family support is …

After India skipper Mithali Raj, women’s coach Ramesh Powar too says he want to move on from 2018 fallout ahead of England tour
3 years, 7 months ago

After India skipper Mithali Raj, women’s coach Ramesh Powar too says he want to move on from 2018 fallout ahead of England tour

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After Mithali in an exclusive interview to PTI had spoken about “moving on”, it was Powar’s turn to sing from the same hymn sheet Mumbai: India women’s team head coach Ramesh Powar on Tuesday said that he had buried the hatchet with skipper Mithali Raj in their bid to move on from a very public fall-out in 2018, with common …

'2021 is Going to be Challenging': Indian Women's Football Team Icon Bala Devi
4 years ago

'2021 is Going to be Challenging': Indian Women's Football Team Icon Bala Devi

News 18  

Bala Devi arrived at Rangers FC in February 2020 in a historic move to become the first Indian woman footballer to have a professional contract with a European team. I was very inspired after seeing that.” On December 7, Bala scored her first goal for Rangers in the Scottish Women’s Premier League and all her hard work had come to …

Bala Devi's move to Rangers will have huge impact on next generation, says Ashalata Devi
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi's move to Rangers will have huge impact on next generation, says Ashalata Devi

Firstpost  

Earlier this year, forward Bala Devi became the first woman player from the country to sign a professional contract with a European club as she signed for Rangers Women’s FC, who play in the Scottish Women’s Premier League. New Delhi: Indian women’s football team skipper Ashalata Devi feels her compatriot Bala Devi playing for Scottish giants Rangers will have an …

Bala Devi's move to Rangers an inspiration for next generation, says Ashalata
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi's move to Rangers an inspiration for next generation, says Ashalata

The Hindu  

Indian women’s football team skipper Ashalata Devi feels her compatriot Bala Devi playing for Scottish giants Rangers will have an immensely positive impact on the next generation seeking to play abroad. In a live chat with AIFF TV, Ashalata said, “Bala di playing for Rangers is a very big opportunity as it shows us the way to play abroad and …

Bala Devi's Move to Rangers Will Have a Huge Impact on the Next Generation: Ashalata Devi
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi's Move to Rangers Will Have a Huge Impact on the Next Generation: Ashalata Devi

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Earlier this year, talismanic Indian women’s national team forward Bala Devi became the first woman player from the country to sign a professional contract with a European club as she signed for Rangers Women’s FC, who play in the Scottish Women’s Premier League. According to national team skipper Ashalata Devi, the move will ‘inspire’ the young generation of women footballers …

'True Example of Hard Work and Dedication': Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Finds Bala Devi Inspirational
4 years, 2 months ago

'True Example of Hard Work and Dedication': Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Finds Bala Devi Inspirational

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Arjuna awardee Gurpreet Singh Sandhu feels Bala Devi’s “path-breaking” journey can inspire not only the women footballers but also their men counterparts in India — all in an effort to take ‘Indian Football Forward Together’. Her path-breaking journey is not only a proud moment for women’s football in India — men footballers also can take a leaf out of her …

Bala Devi returns to action in Rangers FC's 5-1 drubbing of Hearts Women FC in Scottish top-flight competition
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi returns to action in Rangers FC's 5-1 drubbing of Hearts Women FC in Scottish top-flight competition

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New Delhi: Indian women’s football team forward Bala Devi returned to action in faraway Scotland, coming on a as a second-half substitute in Rangers FC’s 5-1 drubbing of Hearts Women FC in the Scottish top-flight. “But all those months of hard work paid off, and we have now started off with a win but this is only the start of …

Bala Devi returns to action for Rangers FC in Scotland
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi returns to action for Rangers FC in Scotland

The Hindu  

Indian women’s football team forward Bala Devi returned to action in faraway Scotland, coming in as a second-half substitute in Rangers FC’s 5-1 drubbing of Hearts Women FC in the Scottish top-flight. “But all those months of hard work paid off, and we have now started off with a win but this is only the start of a long season …

After Battling Loneliness in Scotland, Bala Devi Returns to Action for Rangers FC
4 years, 2 months ago

After Battling Loneliness in Scotland, Bala Devi Returns to Action for Rangers FC

News 18  

Indian women’s national football team forward Bala Devi had decided to stay back in Glasgow, Scotland during the worldwide lockdown enforced by the Covid-19 pandemic. Rangers Women FC got off to a flying start with a 5-1 victory over SWPL side Hearts on Sunday as Bala also made her return to the pitch, coming on as a second-half substitute. “But …

Bala Devi hopes to live up to expectations as Scottish Premier League begins on Sunday
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi hopes to live up to expectations as Scottish Premier League begins on Sunday

Firstpost  

Bala, who signed a landmark 18-month contract with Rangers in January, said after six weeks of intensive pre-season training, she is raring to go in the league which will be played behind closed doors. India captain Bala Devi feels the professional training she has received at Rangers FC has made her a better player and she is hopeful of living …

Bala Devi hopes to live up to expectations as Scottish Premier League begins on Sunday
4 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi hopes to live up to expectations as Scottish Premier League begins on Sunday

The Hindu  

India captain Bala Devi feels the professional training she has received at Rangers FC has made her a better player and she is hopeful of living up to the expectations in the Scottish Women’s Premier League beginning on Sunday. Bala, who signed a landmark 18-month contract with Rangers in January, said after six weeks of intensive pre-season training, she is …

AIFF Planning to Hold Indian Women's National Team Camp in January: Sources
4 years, 3 months ago

AIFF Planning to Hold Indian Women's National Team Camp in January: Sources

News 18  

The Indian women’s senior football team may have a camp in January next year with the All India Football Federation planning for the same, according to our sources privy to the development. The senior national team last got together in December 2019, when they played and won the South Asian Games. If the January camp planning does come to fruition, …

Past Masters of Indian Sports: Remembering Bembem Devi, Indian women football's flagbearer for over two decades
4 years, 6 months ago

Past Masters of Indian Sports: Remembering Bembem Devi, Indian women football's flagbearer for over two decades

Firstpost  

Editor’s Note: Every sport needs its superstars to thrive, and the Indian sporting ecosystem is no different. The senior national championship has long been the mainstay for women’s football in India and hailing from the powerhouse Manipur, Bembem won 13 of them, including eight as captain. We all look up to her and especially so in Manipur, her home state,” …

Bala Devi working on her fitness with Scottish Premier League on halt
4 years, 6 months ago

Bala Devi working on her fitness with Scottish Premier League on halt

The Hindu  

With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting the sporting calendar worldwide, Indian footballer Bala Devi is working on her fitness as she eagerly awaits the re-start of the Scottish Women's Premier League. Due to the current situation, we take care of our own practice and fitness,” said Bala, the first Indian woman to play in a top-tier European league. I hope that …

More Women Footballers Will Follow Bala Devi's Footsteps and Play Abroad: Aditi Chauhan
4 years, 6 months ago

More Women Footballers Will Follow Bala Devi's Footsteps and Play Abroad: Aditi Chauhan

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Indian women's football team goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan feels that with the growth in profile of the game in the country, more players will follow the footsteps of trailblazer Bala Devi, venturing out of the country in search of a professional career. Aditi Chauhan said more girls will emulate national team striker Bala Devi, who last year became the first Indian …

'You have shown the road ahead to budding footballers,' AIFF chief Praful Patel tells striker Bala Devi
4 years, 7 months ago

'You have shown the road ahead to budding footballers,' AIFF chief Praful Patel tells striker Bala Devi

Firstpost  

AIFF president Praful Patel has asked the country’s women footballers to take inspiration from Bala Devi, who excelled at Scottish Premier League club Rangers. New Delhi: All India Football Federation president Praful Patel has asked the country’s women footballers to take inspiration from Bala Devi, who excelled at Scottish Premier League club Rangers. “I am sure you will make others …

AIFF President Praful Patel Calls Bala Devi an Inspirational Figure in Indian Football
4 years, 7 months ago

AIFF President Praful Patel Calls Bala Devi an Inspirational Figure in Indian Football

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All India Football Federation president Praful Patel said all players should "take inspiration" from Bala Devi, who is currently on a professional contract with Rangers, the first Indian woman footballer to do so. Interacting with national team players across all age-groups in a video conference on Friday, the AIFF president told Bala: "We are extremely proud of your achievements. "On …

'Everything's possible with passion and hardwork': Bala Devi on her historic move to Scottish giant Rangers
4 years, 11 months ago

'Everything's possible with passion and hardwork': Bala Devi on her historic move to Scottish giant Rangers

Firstpost  

Bala Devi is the first Indian women’s footballer to sign for an overseas club and she will be playing for Rangers in Scottish Women’s Premier League 1 It was in 2011 that two Indian players travelled to Glasgow to begin trials at Scottish giants Rangers FC. #ShePower #GoBlue #Girlsinfootball #GroundKnowsNoGender #grateful pic.twitter.com/sY0jAHrWVg — Bala Devi January 30, 2020 While Rangers …

Bala Devi to Rangers: A look into the historic transfer deal
4 years, 11 months ago

Bala Devi to Rangers: A look into the historic transfer deal

The Hindu  

Ngangom Bala Devi signed an 18-month deal with Scottish club Rangers Women’s FC on Wednesday, making her the first Indian woman footballer to sign a professional contract. Bala’s case was also backed by the Indian football fraternity as All India Football Federation president Praful Patel, Indian women’s team coach Maymol Rocky, former Indian skipper Bembem Devi, former international Bhaichung Bhutia, …

Bala Devi signs for Rangers FC
4 years, 11 months ago

Bala Devi signs for Rangers FC

The Hindu  

Indian women’s football star Ngangom Bala Devi has become the first Indian woman to earn a professional football contract abroad after signing for Scottish giant Rangers FC. He could spot the talent in just 10-15 minutes.” READ | Bala Devi’s distinguished international career began when she was called up to the senior Indian team aged just 15. She was named …

Bala Devi Rangers trial will inspire many: Bembem Devi
5 years, 1 month ago

Bala Devi Rangers trial will inspire many: Bembem Devi

The Hindu  

As Indian women's team's mercurial striker Bala Devi flew off to Glasgow, Scotland for a week-long trial at Rangers WFC, the bigwigs from the Indian women's footballing community got together to wish her ahead of this crucial week. Bala Devi, who has been in the national team fold for some time now, has been handed a one-week trial at Scottish …

Bala Devi lauds changes in Indian women's national set-up
5 years, 2 months ago

Bala Devi lauds changes in Indian women's national set-up

The Hindu  

Indian women’s football team star Bala Devi has hailed the recent changes in the national set-up and said that has helped the players in several ways. “Laying out a proper diet plan, carbohydrate balance, protein intake are aspects which are being taken being care of nowadays and all of that helps players recover faster.” She also highlighted the change in …

Bala Devi, 1 of 7 Manipuri Players on Boycott, Receives Call-up to Indian Women's Football Team Camp
5 years, 6 months ago

Bala Devi, 1 of 7 Manipuri Players on Boycott, Receives Call-up to Indian Women's Football Team Camp

News 18  

New Delhi: Bala Devi is the only name, out of the seven Manipuri footballers boycotting the national team over difference with coach and assistant coach, to have made it to the list of players called for the preparatory camp of AFC Women's Asian Cup 2022 Qualifiers. Seven Manipuri players, including Bala, have boycotted national football team since December after they …

Bembem Devi: Road to Olympic qualifiers couldn't have been better planned
5 years, 11 months ago

Bembem Devi: Road to Olympic qualifiers couldn't have been better planned

The Hindu  

India women's football team head coach Bembem Devi feels the “roadmap to the Olympic qualifiers couldn’t have been better planned” for her side. In an interview, she spoke at length about the favourites for the Hero Gold Cup — the first-ever international tournament for women in India —, about "women's football not being for the faint-hearted,” the current team, and …

Bembem Devi: Happy to play an active role in shaping up youth system
6 years, 4 months ago

Bembem Devi: Happy to play an active role in shaping up youth system

The Hindu  

The legendary Bembem Devi, who was in her first coaching assignment at the SAFF U-15 Women’s Championship, says she’s extremely happy to be playing an active role in redefining the youth setup of women's football in the country. Following India’s triumph in the final against Bangladesh, Bembem spoke at length about her journey as a coach, her dream, assessment of …

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