FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup will leave behind a strong legacy, says Dr Vijay Patil
“India has the privilege of hosting an U-17 World Cup for the second time (in 2017, India hosted the FIFA U-17 World Cup). All India Football Federation, as well as…
Goa proud to host FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, says Sports Director Ajay Gaude
In an effort to popularize football among the younger generation, the Sports Authority of Goa has also taken it upon itself to let thousands of schoolchildren into the stadium for…
Hosting the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup a great learning experience, says Vineel Krishna
While speaking in the function, the AIFF Secretary General Dr. Shaji Prabhakaran described the state of Odisha as the country's best-loved “sports destination”.
Our girls did not hesitate to play strong rivals, says Padma Shri Bembem Devi
The Padma Shri recipient believes that our young girls should learn from the loss and work more on their weakest areas.
From the Tasman Sea to the world: Tazuni™ revealed as Official Mascot of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™
The name Tazuni™ is a fusion of her home – the Tasman Sea – and ‘unity’, a key value of the event to be co-hosted by Australia and Aotearoa New…
We are definitely on the right way: Thomas Dennerby
After the match, we sat down for a chat with India head coach Thomas Dennerby, the highly-experienced Swede, who shared his thoughts on a number of topics, such as his…
India bow out of FIFA U-17 Women’s WC after Brazil defeat
There was a time in the first half when Brazil forced three consecutive corner kicks, but a determined Indian defence managed to avert the danger every time.
Playing Brazil a once in a lifetime moment, say Blue Tigresses to India U-17s
Incidentally, the Senior Indian Women’s Team had the fortune of playing Brazil in an International Friendly in Manaus, Brazil just about a year ago – a night that very few…
Young Tigresses eye huge opportunity against Brazil
India are already out of the World Cup having lost their first two group league encounters against the United State (0-8) and Morocco (0-3).
Proud of my girls’ fighting spirit, but not the results: Coach Dennerby
“I know we are out of the tournament but still I am happy about the way my girls fought till the end. Our fitness level wasn’t a problem. But we…
India lose to Morocco by three second half goals in FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup match
The Indian U-17 Women’s Team went down to their fellow debutants Morocco 0-3 in their second match of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneshwar…
Early mistakes cost us the game, says Coach Dennerby
“We played the best team so far and it was really tough for us. We weren’t confident enough to pass the ball or build up and they did some early…
Early mistakes cost us the game, says Coach Dennerby
After going down to USA in their first match of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022, Thomas Dennerby, Coach Indian U-17 World Cup team feels early mistakes into…
India go down to USA in FIFA U-17 Women’s WC opening match
India U-17 Women’s National Team began their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign with a 0-8 defeat at the hands of the mighty USA at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar…
AIFF, FAO felicitate FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura in Bhubaneswar
FIFA Secretary General Ms Fatma Samoura was on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, felicitated by the All India Football Federation and the Football Association of Odisha in Bhubaneswar. AIFF President Mr…
FIFA, AIFF launch Football for Schools as Govt of India pledges active support
Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Nisith Pramanik felt that this would bring about a big change in the nation. “I am very happy that we are working with…
We have a team that is hard to score against, says Dennerby ahead of World Cup opener against USA
"Of course, India will qualify for the quarterfinals. Everyone starts from zero points. It will be a huge success if we reach that stage!" he added.
AIFF Secretary General meets U-17 National Women’s Team in Bhubaneswar
All India Football Federation Secretary General Dr Shaji Prabhakaran on Sunday (October 9, 2022), visited the India U-17 Women’s National Team at the team hotel in Bhubaneswar and interacted with…
It is not only about results, but also good performance, says Coach Dennerby
With barely 48 hours left before India face USA in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022, on home turf, Head Coach Thomas Dennerby said it is time India show…
Football has given me freedom in life, says Jharkhand’s Sudha Tirkey
“Football is not just a game for me, it has given me the perspective to live life freely. It is something which gave me freedom. I could do what I…
Communication and team bonding are key factors for Young Tigresses
Both the girls are super excited about taking part for the first time in the upcoming World Cup.
Coach Thomas Dennerby announces 21-member squad for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022
India have been drawn in Group A alongside USA, Morocco and Brazil. They will face USA on October 11, followed by Morocco and Brazil on October 14 and October 17,…
Two Jharkhand girls share similar dreams on eve of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Both the young tigresses were selected from the Khelo India Games to be a part of the national U-17 team and share a nearly identical story of their early days.