Sesa Football Academy (SFA) successfully concluded the AIFF ‘D’ License course at its Sirsaim Campus, training 24 aspiring coaches—including five women—in foundational coaching skills and age-appropriate football methodologies. The six-day program combined theory, practice, and evaluation under AFC Pro License Coach Gavin Araujo, reinforcing SFA’s commitment to nurturing India’s football coaching ecosystem.
Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri has officially confirmed that his international career is over, marking the end of a glorious chapter in Indian football. After returning earlier this year for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers, the 42-year-old legend now says he’s ready to hang up his boots — both internationally and possibly from club football too.
Al Zawraa SC handed FC Goa a 2-0 defeat in the opening match of the AFC2 at Fatorda Stadium. Despite a spirited second-half performance, FC Goa failed to convert their chances and will now look ahead to their next clash against FC Istiklol on October 1.
Lesvin Rebelo from Ambaulim-Quepem, a student of Damodar Higher Secondary School, Gudi-Paroda, has been selected for the Indian U-17 football team to play in the upcoming SAFF Championship in Sri Lanka. His selection is a proud moment for Goa and showcases the region’s rising football talent.
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.
