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The Supremo at the Helm of Affairs: AIFF President

Indian football was looking forward to a rapturous change of fortunes towards the end of 2020 with the presidential election around the corn

The AIFF's presidential elections have been postponed which only keeps Mr. Praful Patel at the helm of affairs till the rescheduling of the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup is implemented. Let's hope that the new elections in the future brings a positive change towards the betterment of Indian Football.

#indianfootball #president #elections #prafulpatel #fifacouncilmember #future #direction #system

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The Supremo at the Helm of Affairs: AIFF President

Indian football was looking forward to a rapturous change of fortunes towards the end of 2020 with the presidential election around the corner. But several circumstances have forced AIFF to take a step back and rethink the future. Mr. Praful Patel has been at the helm of affairs since 2012. Indian football has certainly undergone several developments since his arrival. Some may say that the…

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The Conglomeration of the Football World : WFS Live

The Conglomeration of the Football World : WFS Live

The entertainment factor that drives live sport has seeped into the mental landscape of fans with the evolution of modern technology. Football is one such a game which requires clubs, federations and professional organizations’ to think deep and bring out the best source of entertainment for the fans to ensure sustained engagement. I was lucky to witness one of the awaited global events in this…

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The Indian Football Spectacle begins : ISL Season 7 Review

The festive period in India has just kicked off with the fireworks and lights during Diwali. It is that time of the year when every family s

Lets football once again with the 7th edition of the Indian Super League. It will be interesting to see how the inclusion of East Bengal and Mohun Bagan changes the complexion of professional football in India. Let's hope to get as many learning outcomes from this edition to build for the future.

#letsfootball #isl #season7 #indianfootball #eastbengal #mohunbagan #growth #change #scenario

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The Indian Football Spectacle begins : ISL Season 7 Review

The festive period in India has just kicked off with the fireworks and lights during Diwali. It is that time of the year when every family submerges itself in celebration and happiness. For the football loving fans in India, this must be the most anticipated period. There has been a very big hype over the launch of this season’s Indian Super League. This season holds special significance in the…

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The Dismal state of the Mighty Manchester United

Every football fan who has been following the modern game for several years would definitely know the club that once dominated English Footb

Manchester United have taken the downward spiral over the years with lack of an identity and team spirit that once dominated English Football. It only shows that every team needs to be on point at the elite level before things get out of control.

#manchesterunited #uefa #championsleague #dismal #form #premierleague #season #dominance #pathetic #novision #leadership

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The Dismal state of the Mighty Manchester United

Every football fan who has been following the modern game for several years would definitely know the club that once dominated English Football under the leadership of Sir Alex Ferguson. Manchester United has come down a long way from where they were under Sir Alex with a horrendous transfer policy which has made things go from bad to worse. Last night’s Champions League defeat to Istanbul…

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Modern Football : The Unreal Deal

What do you want to see when you come to watch a football match in a packed stadium as a football fan? You want to see desire, hunger, passi

Modern Football has not lived up to the expectations of fans in representing the true spirit of the game. The physicality and aggression of football has been missing unlike previous years where every tackle, header, shoot, 50-50 challenge was a question of make or break for the players.

#modernfootball #issues #unreal #illusion #tackles #attitude #mentality #aggression #passion #emotion

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Modern Football : The Unreal Deal

What do you want to see when you come to watch a football match in a packed stadium as a football fan? You want to see desire, hunger, passion, aggression and all the other adjectives that would relate to a football team that wants to win at any cost. This would form the natural DNA of all the players. But in today’s modern era of Football, the game has not only evolved through technology, but…

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How can Financial disruption help Football ?

A world without precious resources is non-existent. Among the many available resources, money plays a huge role in driving the economy forwa

Financial Disruption will prove to be futile if the different entities within the football ecosystem are not benefitted in the long run. Let's hope to see a structured phase of disruption in Indian football which can help all the clubs and academies co-exist.

#indianfootball #footballdevelopment #financial #disruption #ecosystem #future #growth #sustainability

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How can Financial disruption help Football ?

A world without precious resources is non-existent. Among the many available resources, money plays a huge role in driving the economy forward. We all agree that football is one such major sport which is globally recognised. The popularity among the global mass is unscaleable and presents a huge opportunity for the world to drive the sport forward. But in the present period, we have seen…

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AIFF scraps Youth League this season : Road ahead for young Indian players

If there was any sign to improve the system of football in India, it had to come down through grassroots development of youth in inculcating

The cancellation of the AIFF Youth League for the different age groups this season has a huge impact on the mentality of young players. However, this is the time for them to reflect upon their game and stay focused to come back stronger once the competition resumes next season.

#aiff #indianfootball #cancellation #youthleague #players #focus #mentality #nextseason

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AIFF scraps Youth League this season : Road ahead for young Indian players

If there was any sign to improve the system of football in India, it had to come down through grassroots development of youth in inculcating a strong football culture. The lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has kept the young players all over India away from the ground for almost eternity. The urge to come back to the ground is understandable. One thing which keeps them pumped up everyday…

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Is Loyalty hard to come in Football Clubs? : The Ozil Saga

Anyone in the world who follows football would know how difficult it is for clubs to deal with players on a huge wage bill. The player’s qua

Mesut Ozil has shown his loyalty to Arsenal Football club but the same has not been reciprocated by the club due to several reasons. It is often said that time heals everything. Let's hope that he returns to first team football before his contract expires at the end of the season.

#loyalty #ozil #arsenal #saga #disappointment #contract #situation #premierleague #football

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Is Loyalty hard to come in Football Clubs? : The Ozil Saga

Anyone in the world who follows football would know how difficult it is for clubs to deal with players on a huge wage bill. The player’s quality is often the reason behind the club’s decision to offer a lucrative contract. This is exactly the case with Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil. A player who had set the world on fire with his incredible creativity was lured by Real Madrid in 2010. The 5 time German…

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Life of a Football Scout: Patience and Perseverance

Everytime a football player performs well, any type of appreciation goes to the coach who works his socks off. The reason behind a player’s

Football scouts are the main reason why fans are able to watch the best football talent from across the globe at the elite level. Their commitment and sheer willingness to learn through their experiences is commendable.

#footballscouts #life #patience #perseverance #dedication #focus #talent #identification