Vietnam friendlies important for players ahead of AFC Asian Cup 2023, says Bhaichung Bhutia

Former India captain and the new co-opted Executive committee member of the AIFF, Bhaichung Bhutia, is excited about India’s tour of Vietnam and will keenly follow the team’s performance in the two-friendly matches scheduled on September 24 and September 27. The Blue Tigers have travelled to Vietnam to play the...

AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey chairs Executive Committee meeting in Kolkata

The AIFF’s Executive Committee meeting on Monday, September 19, 2022 was chaired by President Mr. Kalyan Chaubey, in Kolkata. The meeting was attended by Vice President Mr. NA Haris, Secretary General Dr. Shaji Prabhakaran, Treasurer Mr. Kipa Ajay, and Mr. Sunando Dhar. Also in attendance were the members of the...

I’m shocked at high level of political interference in AIFF elections: Bhutia

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Saturday said he was shocked at the "high level" of political interference in the All India Football Federation (AIFF) elections, which didn't pan out as he would have liked. The 45-year-old Bhutia himself has dabbled in politics, having unsuccessfully contested Lok Sabha and state...

Shaji Prabhakaran Appointed AIFF Secretary General, Sunando Dhar Retained As His Deputy

Football Delhi president Shaji Prabhakaran was on Saturday appointed the new secretary general of the All India Football Federation as the long-time administrator returned to the place where he has served in another capacity in the past. The appointment, which was on expected lines, was carried out by the newly-formed...