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3 days ago
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AIFF Urges ISL Clubs To Release 13 Players For National Camp Amidst Durand Cup Duties
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has urged Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to release the players who have been selected for the ongoing national team camp in Bengaluru, with new head coach Khalid Jamil taking the reins of the side. Jamil's first assignment with the Blue Tigers will be the CAFA Nations Cup, where India will face hosts Tajikistan (August 29), Iran (September 1), and Afghanistan (September 4) in Group B. In the October FIFA Window, India will play two crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifying matches against Singapore (October 9 and 14). The AIFF also thanked Jamshedpur FC for releasing Jamil, which they labelled as a 'gesture of national interest' "The Indian Senior Men's National Team began their camp from 15 to 25 August 2025 in Bengaluru for their maiden participation in the CAFA Nations Cup. The AIFF appreciates the cooperation of Jamshedpur FC for releasing Khalid Jamil despite an ongoing tournament - a gesture of National Interest. The AIFF urges all clubs to release National Team players for this crucial assignment, which also prepares the squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore (away & home)," read the statement by the AIFF. The football governing body also confirmed a list of 13 players from four clubs who have not yet been released by their respective clubs and urged the clubs to do so at the earliest. From Mohun Bagan SG, the players are Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, and Vishal Kaith. East Bengal has not released Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, and Mahesh Singh Naorem. Jamshedpur FC has held back Manvir Singh and Albino Gomes, while NorthEast United FC has yet to release Jithin MS. Meanwhile, the India U23 Men's National Team began its training camp in Bengaluru on August 1 in preparation for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, scheduled to be held in Qatar from September 3 to 9. As part of their build-up, the U23 side is set to travel to Kuala Lumpur on August 23 to play two friendly matches against the U23 Iraq National Team. The AIFF has urged cooperation from all stakeholders to ensure full player participation, as 10 players have not yet reported to the U23 Men's National Team camp. From Jamshedpur FC, Mohammed Sanan K and Nikhil Barla are yet to report. Mohun Bagan SG has not released Dippendu Biswas, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Priyansh Dubey, and Tekcham Abhishek Singh. From NorthEast United FC, Macarton Louis Nickson, Parthib Sundar Gogoi, Huidrom Thoi Singh, and Dipesh Chauhan have also not joined the camp.
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3 days ago
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AIFF urges clubs to release players with 13 out of 35 probables yet to turn up at coach Khalid Jamil's camp
Eight of the 13 probables yet to turn up at the Indian senior men's camp organised by newly-appointed head coach Khalid Jamil belong to Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan SG, who are set to face derby rivals East Bengal in the quarter-finals of the ongoing Durand Cup. A total of 35 probables will be taking part in the Indian senior men's camp organised by newly-appointed head coach Khalid Jamil in Bengaluru. PTI The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Friday announced unveiled 35 probables for the Indian senior men's camp that will be conducted by newly appointed head coach Khalid Jamil in Bengaluru. The camp, which gets underway on Saturday, is being organised in preparation for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup that takes place in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan from 29 August to 8 September. A total of 22 players have reported to the camp so far while the remaining 13 are expected to join once they're done with their Durand Cup engagements with their respective clubs. Eight of those 13 players are from Mohun Bagan SG, who are set for a derby showdown against East Bengal in the fourth and final quarter-final. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The AIFF has put out a public statement through their social media channels, urging the clubs to release the remaining players at the earliest. 🚨 AIFF Statement on the Indian senior and U23 men's team camps in Bengaluru.#IndianFootball — Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) August 15, 2025 More from Football India have been placed in Group B of the CAFA Nations Cup along with co-hosts Tajikistan, Iran and Afghanistan and will play their matches in Hisor. The winners of the two groups will lock horns in the final on 8 September in Tashkent while the runners-up will meet in the third-place playoff on the same day in Hisor. The camp will also help the players prepare for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore (away and home). Players who have arrived in Bengaluru for the Blue Tigers camp Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Hrithik Tiwari. Defenders: Akash Mishra, Alex Saji, Boris Singh Thangjam, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Singh Naorem, Sandesh Jhingan, Sunil Benchamin. Midfielders: Ashique Kuruniyan, Danish Farooq Bhat, Nikhil Prabhu, Rahul Kannoly Praveen, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Udanta Singh Kumam. Forwards: Irfan Yadwad, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Rahim Ali, Vikram Partap Singh. Head Coach: Khalid Jamil Players yet to join the camp in Bengaluru Mohun Bagan SG: Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Vishal Kaith. East Bengal FC: Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Albino Gomes. Jamshedpur FC: Manvir Singh, Jithin MS.
The Hindu
3 days ago
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AIFF urges clubs to release players for India camp ahead of CAFA Nations Cup
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Friday urged various Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to cooperate and release their respective players for the ongoing Indian men's national team camp for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup. The Indian team, being headed by newly appointed coach Khalid Jamil, began camp on Friday in Bengaluru. It will go on till August 25. 'The AIFF appreciates cooperation of Jamshedpur FC for releasing Khalid Jamil despite an ongoing tournament - a gesture of national interest. 'The AlFF urges all clubs to release national team players for this crucial assignment, which also prepares the squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore,' the Body said in a statement. Amongst the players yet to join the camp, seven are from Indian Super League champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant, while three are from East Bengal, who are both currently competing in the Durand Cup. Players still yet to join India camp for CAFA Nations Cup preparation Mohun Bagan Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Vishal Kaith East Bengal Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Mahesh Singh Naorem Jamshedpur FC Manvir Singh, Albino Gomes NorthEast United FC Jithin MS U-23 players also urged to join The India Under-23 men's national team is also camping in Bengaluru, preparing for the AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers that will take place from September 3 to 9 in Qatar. 'The AIFF requests cooperation from all stakeholders to ensure full player participation but the following 10 players have not yet reported to the U-23 Men's National Team camp,' AIFF added in its statement. Players still yet to join India camp for CAFA Nations Cup preparation Jamshedpur FC Mohammed Sanan K, Nikhil Barla Mohun Bagan Dippendu Biswas, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Priyansh Dubey, Tekcham Abhishek Singh NorthEast United Macarton Louis Nickson, Parthib Sundar Gogoi, Huidrom Thoi Singh, Dipesh Chauhan Related Topics Indian Football / AIFF
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3 days ago
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With Durand Cup On, India Probables From Mohun Bagan, East Bengal Set To Join Late For National Camp
Top players like Liston Colaco of Mohun Bagan and Anwar Ali of East Bengal are among 10 footballers from the Kolkata giants who will be reporting late for the senior national camp due to the ongoing Durand Cup where they are representing their respective clubs. Seven players from Mohun Bagan, three from East Bengal, two from Jamshedpur FC and one from North East FC are currently part of the quarter-finals of the Durand Cup. The Mohun Bagan's match against East Bengal will be held on Sunday and the losing team is expected to release its players for the camp, while Jamshedpur FC and North East FC too offer a similar scenario. In case Mohun Bagan goes the distance, then seven of their players will be playing the final on August 23 and hence they won't be available before the last day of the camp. Also having played a gruelling three-week tourney, they won't be taking any part in the camp if they play the final. Even four Mohun Bagan players, including striker Suhail Ahmed Bhatt and Dippendu Biswas, are part of India U-23 probables for AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers that will take place from September 3 to 9 in Qatar. "The Indian Senior Men's National Team began camp from 15 to 25 August, 2025 in Bengaluru for their maiden participation in the CAFA Nations Cup," AIFF posted on its official 'X' handle. "The AIFF urges all Clubs to release National Team players for this crucial assignment, which also prepares the squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore (away & home)," it further stated. The first match of the four-nation CAFA Championship is against Tajikistan on August 29, which is not a part of the official FIFA window and hence clubs aren't under any obligation to release players. The upcoming FIFA window runs from September 1-9. Absentees from national camp Mohun Bagan SG: Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Vishal Kaith, East Bengal: Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Mahesh Singh Naorem From Jamshedpur FC: 1. Manvir Singh 2. Albino Gomes NorthEast United FC: 1. Jithin MS CAFA Schedule: Aug 29: vs Tajikistan; Sep 1: vs IR Iran; Sep 4: vs Afghanistan. Absentees from U-23 national camp Jamshedpur FC: Mohammed Sanan K, Nikhil Barla Mohun Bagan SG: Dippendu Biswas, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Priyansh Dubey, Tekcham Abhishek Singh North East United: Macarton Louis Nickson, Parthib Sundar Gogoi, Huidrom Thoi Singh, Dipesh Chauhan.
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10-06-2025
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India vs Hong Kong Live Streaming: How to watch 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match?
India will face Hong Kong in a crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers match on 10 June at Kai Tak Stadium. Both teams are still seeking their first win in Group C. Find out head-to-head stats, live streaming details, and full squads. read more India and Hong Kong are still looking for their first win in Group C. Image: AIFF The Indian football team will play an important match against Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. The game will take place on Tuesday, 10 June at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong. , which was an international friendly. So, the Blue Tigers will be looking to make a strong comeback in this game. This match is a big one in Group C because India and Hong Kong are the top-ranked teams in the group. But neither of them have won a game yet. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India, who are ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings, had a draw with Bangladesh in their first match in March. Hong Kong, ranked 153rd, also drew their first game against Singapore. More from Football India vs Hong Kong: Head-to-head record When looking at the overall head-to-head record, India have the upper hand with 9 wins from 24 matches. Hong Kong have won eight times, and there have been seven draws between the two teams. Their most recent meeting came in Kolkata in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers in 2022, which India won 4-0. Where to watch live streaming of India vs Hong Kong AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers match? Fans in India can watch the India vs Hong Kong 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match live via the FanCode app and website. Where to watch live broadcast of India vs Hong Kong AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers match**?** The live broadcast of India vs Hong Kong 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers match will be available on Star Sports Network (Star Sports 3 TV channel). India vs Hong Kong squads India's squad: Vishal Kaith, Gurmeet Singh Chahal, Amrinder Singh, Naorem Roshan Singh, Rahul Bheke, Konsham Chinglensana Singh, Anwar Ali, Thangjam Boris Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Asish Rai, Tekcham Abhishek Singh, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Udanta Singh Kumam, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Ashique Kuruniyan, Brandon Fernandes, Nikhil Prabhu, Sunil Chhetri, Edmund Lalrindika, Manvir Singh, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Lallianzuala Chhangte
