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Stronger and longer version of the ISL kicks off today

ISL opens 10th season; Indian team under-prepared for Asiad match vs. Bangladesh; AIFF & FDSL need better comms for sport to thrive; Mohun Bagan, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa & Odisha look strong; tight battles expected.

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Blasters and Vukomanovic paying the price for an emotional decision

Kerala Blasters' coach Ivan Vukomanovic gestured for his players to walk off the pitch in a controversial move. This led to a 10-match ban, ₹5 lakh fine, and ₹4 crore fine for the club. To make matters worse, the club had to temporarily shut down its women's team due to…

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After abrupt end, Kerala Blasters & BFC eye a fresh start in ISL

KOCHI: The two lead protagonists of the playoff drama last season, Kerala Blasters’ coach Ivan Vukomanovic and Bengaluru FC striker Sunil Chhetri, wouldn’t be in the dugout when the two teams square off at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium on Thursday night.

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Let the ball do the talking as ISL kicks off with Blasters hosting Bengaluru FC in Kochi

KOCHI: The Indian Super League is entering a decade of existence. While the league that was introduced to give a major facelift to Indian football has partially succeeded in its endeavour, controversies have been its constant companion. Kerala Blasters’ decision to walk off the pitch midway through their playoff game…

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Odisha FC ready to embark on continental sojourn vs Mohun Bagan

KOLKATA: Odisha FC (OFC) and Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) are familiar foes as clubs competing in the national league and tournaments. But when the Indian Super League (ISL) sides lock horns in their opening AFC Cup (south zone) Group D match at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday evening,…

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Navi Mumbai: Thousands of students, activists, celebs clean up mangroves for Indian Swachhata League

NAVI MUMBAI: Thousands of youngsters, students, activists and also celebrities undertook the mangroves clean-up drive as part of the nationwide Indian Swachhata League (ISL). At Carter Road in Bandra, Mumbai, nearly 1000 citizens recently participated for the removal of trash from the coastal mangroves area, while in Navi Mumbai, over…

The Times of India

MCC ropes in youth for cleanliness drive under Indian Swachata League

Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) launched a drive to involve youth in making the city garbage-free. Participants formed a human chain to spread the message of keeping the city clean. The Indian Swachhata League is a Central govt. initiative to involve youth in making cities garbage-free. 4,000 cities are taking part…

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Igor Stimac: No training session before China game, we will give tactical preparation on flight

India's football team coach Stimac has no time for training ahead of Asian Games opener vs China. He'll use travel time for tactical prep. He'll decide if senior players Chhetri and Jhingan will play, with an eye on World Cup qualifiers. Squad lacks fullback, so wingers may fill in. Players…

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Chhetri only notable face in 17-member Indian football team for Asian Games, Stimac's status not known

Most of the clubs had shown unwillingness to release the 22 players named in the Indian squad

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant coach Juan Ferrando not pleased with under-reporting of Ashique’s injury

Juan Ferrando, head coach of Mohun Bagan Super Giant, accused AIFF of suppressing facts by under-reporting Ashique Kuruniyan's injury. Ferrando said the injury will upset team's plans and he hopes to make Mohun Bagan SG the first team to retain the ISL title. Carles Cuadrat, coach of East Bengal, is…

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Many coaches have the tendency of not preferring Indian forwards because of some fake pressure: KBFC coach Ivan Vukomanovic

Kerala Blasters HC Vukomanovic believes ISL coaches face fake pressure to sign foreign strikers, ignoring Indian talent. Blasters have always promoted Indian players, and hope to break their unlucky streak in the ISL finals this season. Vukomanovic is serving a 10-match ban for the controversial BFC match forfeiture.

The Hindu

India likely to field weakened football team in Asian games as ISL clubs refuse to release players

India's hopes for Asian Games football dim as clubs, AIFF fail to reach agreement. Senior players Chhetri, Jhingan, Sandhu likely to miss out. Sports Ministry granted special exemption for teams to participate, but inexperienced squad expected. June FIFA rankings gave hope for better things ahead.

The Hindu

No Chhetri, Jhingan, Gurpreet for Asian Games

AIFF forced to pick new-look team for Asiad as ISL clubs refuse to release players

The Times of India

With ISL on schedule, India coach Igor Stimac gets just two weeks for Asian Cup

PANAJI: The Indian Super League (ISL) will kick off as scheduled on September 21, despite a late request from All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey to delay start by 10 days so that India can field a strong side at the Asian Games 2023.

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No delay in ISL start as FSDL rejects AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey’s deferral plea

FSDL rejects AIFF plea to delay ISL start; tournament to begin on Sept 21 as planned. #ISL #AIFF #FSDL #AsianGames #Football

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King’s Cup 2023: A litmus test to find India’s next striker after Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri's 39-year-old age and goal-scoring ability has India's national team dependent on him. Robin Singh, a former No. 9, believes Ishan Pandita, Manvir Singh and Rahim Ali can provide a solution. Stimac is looking for a replacement ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the King's Cup 2023…

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AIFF urges ISL clubs to release Asian Games-bound footballers

AIFF urges ISL clubs to release players for Asian Games, citing national interest. AIFF hopes clubs will release players to make India proud. The Hangzhou-bound 22-member Indian men’s squad has six players from Bengaluru FC, three from Mumbai City FC, while FC Goa, Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Odisha FC, Kerala…

The Times of India

Asian Games: AIFF chief wants ISL deferred by 10 days in ‘national interest’

NEW DELHI: The Indian football is witnessing its own ‘club vs country’ debate over the Indian Super League (ISL) franchises’ refusal to let go of their players for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, beginning later this month.

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The wizard of Spain: Carles Cuadrat working his magic for East Bengal

East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned to lead the Red and Gold Brigade to glory.East Bengal fans have seen the darkest night, but dawn is here. Carles Cuadrat, the prodigal son of Spain, has returned…

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Mohun Bagan in Durand Cup semis after breaking Mumbai City FC jinx

KOLKATA: Mohun Bagan SG ended their hoodoo against Mumbai City FC in style, outpacing and outsmarting the ISL Shield winners 3-1 at the Salt Lake Stadium on Sunday and storming into the Durand Cup semifinals.

The Times of India

Cuadrat's East Bengal live 'a beautiful, great experience'

KOLKATA: Before taking his troop to the Salt Lake Stadium pitch on Saturday and after formally introducing Cleiton Silva to his squad, East Bengal coach Carles Cuadrat asked the Brazilian to speak in the team meeting. Cleiton, who landed in the city only in the morning and thus missed his…

The Times of India

ISL has helped Indian football team take giant leap, says Rohit Sharma

MUMBAI: Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma on Thursday said Indian Super League (ISL) has helped the national football team take giant strides at the world stage.

The Times of India

Managing a team with small budget is tough: Coyle

New coach says he will follow the JFC Model to make Chennaiyin competitive again

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We are using Durand Cup for AFC Champions League preparation: Mumbai City's Des Buckingham

Indian Super League (ISL) Champions Mumbai City FC romped to a 5-0 victory against Jamshedpur FC in their second group stage match of the 2023 Durand Cup at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite news:

The Times of India

Mohun Bagan two good for Punjab FC in Durand Cup

KOLKATA: Mohun Bagan SG moved closer to progressing to quarterfinals of the ongoing Durand Cup, subduing Punjab FC’s challenge 2-0 at the Kishore Bharati Stadium on Monday.

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