FC Goa defeated Al Seeb 2-1, with goals from Dejan Drazic and debutant Javier Siverio, sealing their place in the AFC Champions League 2 group stage for the first time since 2021
Tag: Indian Football
Khalid Jamil Appointed Head Coach of Indian Men’s Football Team
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.
FC Goa Signs Spanish Striker Javier Siverio Ahead of ISL 2025–26 Season
FC Goa has officially roped in Spanish striker Javier Siverio for the 2025–26 season. The experienced forward, who previously played for Hyderabad FC, East Bengal, and Jamshedpur FC, reunites with coach Manolo Márquez to strengthen the Gaurs' attack.
Jason Dmelo Sets Sights on Greater National Presence for Sesa Football Academy
SFA alumnus Jason Dmelo has taken charge as Head Coach of Sesa Football Academy, marking a new phase in the #LetsFootballForIndia initiative as the academy eyes greater national presence in men’s and women’s football.
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.
