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India's first association with a FIFA event will not only be by making their debut but also by hosting a big event. The "sleeping giant" of football will finally try to come good on the promise by hosting the U17 World Cup and hoping the fans cheer the team to a strong finish. The 17th edition of the tournament will be played across six venues - Kochi, Goa, Navi Mumbai, New Delhi, Guwahati, and Kolkata. The tournament is scheduled to begin on October 6 with the final on October 28 to be held at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. Defending champions Nigeria won't be able to fight for the crown after failing to qualify for the tournament. Draw to categorise the 24 qualifying teams will be held on July 7 in Mumbai.
Romelu Lukaku ban overturned by FIGC in statement against racism
April 23, 2023 09:51 IST
The Inter forward was sent off at the end of his side's 1-1 draw at Juventus after receiving a second yellow card for provoking Juventus fans by holding his finger to his lips as if to silence the crowd after converting a stoppage-time penalty.
Injured Vlahović included in Serbia’s World Cup squad
November 11, 2022 22:33 IST
Serbia opens against Group G favorite Brazil on Nov. 24 then plays Cameroon four days later before facing Switzerland on Dec. 2
FIFA U-17 Women’s WC: India’s chances of qualifying for knockouts over with 3-0 loss to MoroccoSubscriber Only
October 15, 2022 18:57 IST
India put up a much-improved show but two mistakes in the second half cost them the game and the tournament.
Women’s U-17 World Cup: Spain reaping rewards for investing in women’s football and catching them youngSubscriber Only
October 13, 2022 08:24 IST
About a decade ago, Spain didn’t really feature among the elite in women’s football. Fast forward to today, and though their senior national team hasn’t won a FIFA World Cup, they have won a world title in every age category.
VAR technology to make debut in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
August 30, 2022 18:51 IST
The FIFA Referees Committee also announced match officials for the tournament comprising 14 women referees, 28 women assistant referees, three support referees and 16 video match officials.
India U-17 women’s team to play against Italy and Netherlands
June 17, 2022 14:52 IST
India will face Italy on June 22 at the Gradisca d'lsonzo Stadium.
FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Navi Mumbai to host final, India to play group league in Bhubaneswar
June 16, 2022 00:39 IST
FIFA and Local Organising Committee (LOC) announces the list of venues for U-17 Women's World Cup matches.
ICC World Cup 2019: Psychological advantage with Afghanistan against West Indies
July 3, 2019 16:52 IST
Both teams are out of contention for the semifinals with Afghanistan sitting at the bottom of the points table and West Indies at the penultimate spot.
FIFA’s handling of racism case sparks Russia World Cup fears
June 7, 2018 10:26 IST
FIFA's disciplinary panel concluded there was a "lack of sufficient evidence that could corroborate the English player's claim,'' opting not to impose a sanction based on that testimony alone.
FIFA dismisses Rhian Brewster’s racism claim from Under-17 World Cup in India
April 19, 2018 20:21 IST
England player Rhian Brewster recounted in a newspaper interview an insult made by a Spain player towards team mate Morgan Gibbs-White during the final in India.
FIFA investigating Rhian Brewster’s racism complaint during FIFA U-17 World Cup Final
January 4, 2018 17:12 IST
Rhian Brewster had alleged that one of his teammates, Morgan Gibbs-White, was called a 'monkey' by a Spanish player.
PM Narendra Modi interacts with India U-17 football team, says no life without sports: Watch videoSubscriber Only
November 16, 2017 15:25 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with India U-17 football team and spoke on the importance of sports.
FIFA U-17 World Cup records unprecedented viewership; rated better than EPL, La Liga 2016/17
November 13, 2017 21:55 IST
With a remarkable fan following, FIFA U-17 World Cup hosted in India recorded an unprecedented rise in viewership.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets India U-17 team in New Delhi
June 7, 2018 10:27 IST
Narendra Modi said that he personally requested for a meeting with India U-17 team after seeing a spark in them.
FIFA praise AIFF for ‘unforgettable’ FIFA U-17 World Cup
November 6, 2017 16:40 IST
FIFA appreciated the Indian government and AIFF's work towards successfully hosting the FIFA U-17 World Cup which was played from October 6-28.
In Manipur, football the only way out of the messSubscriber Only
November 6, 2017 17:16 IST
Things can go south in Manipur if Indian football cannot capitalise on the inroads made in a state where violence and its memories used to bookend lives in past years.
FIFA thank West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for successful U-17 World Cup
November 4, 2017 08:55 IST
Gianni Infantino also praised Mamata Banerjee for the way the tournament was hosted at the Salt Lake Stadium including the final.
England FIFA U-17 World Cup starlets can reach big time, says Phil FodenSubscriber Only
October 31, 2017 23:37 IST
England teenage star Phil Foden believes every member of the Under-17 World Cup-winning squad has what it takes to succeed in the professional game.
Kolkata accounted for 45% of total attendance in FIFA U-17 World Cup: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
October 30, 2017 22:30 IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday said the Salt Lake Stadium accounted for more than 45 per cent of the total attendance in the just-concluded FIFA Under-17 World Cup.
FIFA U-17 World Cup: ‘England DNA’ yields positive results, future bright for 20, 17 champions
October 30, 2017 09:14 IST
‘England DNA’ project, launched three years ago by FA, has yielded two world titles, U20 and U17 in a span of four months.
FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Inclusive mindset puts England in an exclusive clubSubscriber Only
June 7, 2018 10:27 IST
England side that won the FIFA U-17 World Cup on Saturday encapsulated the inclusivity in the modern British society.
FIFA U-17 World Cup: Prince William to David Beckham, England colts feted by one and all
October 30, 2017 09:18 IST
David Beckham and Wayne Rooney along with current superstar Harry Kane were among the distinguished sportspersons, who congratulated England U-17 football team.
Not far when India play World Cup on their own, says Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore
October 29, 2017 15:41 IST
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore hoped that India gets to host the U-20 World Cup as well.
FIFA U-17 World Cup: Our efforts go beyond the result of the final, says Spain coach Santiago Denia
October 29, 2017 14:05 IST
England produced a come-from-behind performance to crush Spain 5-2 last night and lift the FIFA U-17 World Cup title.
FIFA U-17 World Cup: Brazil colts beat Mali to take consolation prizeSubscriber Only
October 29, 2017 13:49 IST
Brazil soaked up the pressure from a strong first-half performance by Mali to clinch the third place at FIFA U-17 World Cup on Saturday.
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