Khalid Jamil has been named the new head coach of the Indian national men’s football team, becoming the first Indian in 13 years to take on the role. The former Aizawl FC title-winning coach was selected from a shortlist that included Stephen Constantine and Stefan Tarkovic, and will make his debut at the CAFA Nations Cup later this month.
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AIFF Xavi Prank: 19-Year-Old Dupes Indian Football Body With Fake Application for Head Coach Job
A major embarrassment for the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has surfaced after it was revealed that a 19-year-old tricked the federation by sending a fake job application posing as Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez. While AIFF initially claimed Xavi applied and was rejected due to high salary demands, top football journalists have denied any contact occurred, exposing a possible misuse of Xavi's name to boost the profile of the role.
ISL 2025–26 Season Put on Hold Amid Uncertainty Over Master Rights Agreement
The Indian Super League has officially paused plans for the 2025–26 season due to unresolved issues surrounding the renewal of its Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between FSDL and AIFF. With the current agreement set to expire in December 2025, the future of the league hangs in balance.
