'India can reach top-50 of FIFA rankings in next 10 years'

'India boasts one of the largest pools of young talent globally. The focus should be on grassroots, talent identification.' IMAGE: The Indian football team is ranked 127th in the latest FIFA......

Argentina still best in the world, says FIFA

IMAGE: Argentina's Lionel Messi lifts the trophy as he celebrates with teammates after winning Copa America 2024. Photograph: Agustin Marcarian / Reuters Reigning world champions Argentina......

FIFA rankings: India plummet further

IMAGE: Before dropping 15 places to 117 in March, the Indian team was placed at 102nd in the FIFA rankings, issued on December 21, 2023. Photograph: AIFF/X The Indian football men's team dropped......

Real's Vinicius Jr says fighting racism led to Ballon d'Or loss

IMAGE: Vinicius Jr has been subjected to racial abuse on several occasions in Spain, leading to at least two convictions for racist insults in pioneer cases in the country. Photograph: Susana......

'Qualifying for the Asian Cup is minimal goal'

'Marquez is trying to instil his philosophy, and that's going to take time. With time, training, and the level of coaching he has, I have no doubt we'll be a strong team in the qualifiers.' IMAGE:......