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Coach Marquez urges India to regain momentum after Bangladesh draw ahead of Asia Cup qualifier vs Hong Kong

Kolkata, May 20: The Indian senior men's team kicked off their preparations for the June FIFA International Window with a first training session in Kolkata on Monday.

Head coaches defining the ISL 2024-25 season

New Delhi, May 15: Head coaches are the cornerstone of any football team, the master strategists and cultural architects. From instilling a winning mentality and nurturing talent to devising tactical game plans and steering their squads toward glory, they are instrumental in defining a team's identity and success, as per the official website of ISL.

Marquez names 28-member probables India squad for Kolkata camp

New Delhi, May 7: India's senior men's football team head coach Manolo Marquez has announced the 28-member probables squad that will assemble in Kolkata on May 18 to train for the FIFA International window in June.

Manolo Marquez delighted as FC Goa clinch second Kalinga Super Cup title

Bhubaneswar, May 5: FC Goa (FCG) head coach Manolo Marquez expressed his happiness after the Gaurs (FCG) comfortably defeated Jamshedpur FC (JFC) in the final to secure their second Kalinga Super Cup crown. The dominant performance capped off a strong campaign, leaving Marquez pleased with his team's effort and execution on the big stage, as per the official website of ISL.

FC Goa clinch second Super Cup, seal AFC Champions League spot

Bhubaneswar, May 4: The victory marked FC Goa's first trophy under head coach Manolo Marquez, whose chapter at the club came to an end in the perfect manner. It was Goa's second Super Cup title overall, making them the first club to win the tournament twice. The result also secured their qualification for the AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 as they will return to an Asian club competition after four years.

FC Goa wins Kalinga Super Cup title, defeats Jamshedpur FC 3-0

Bhubaneswar, May 4: FC Goa defeated Jamshedpur FC with a 3-0 win to clinch the 2025 Super Cup title at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.

Road to the final: How FC Goa booked their spot in 2025 Kalinga Super Cup decider

Bhubaneswar, May 3: FC Goa (FCG) will play their second Kalinga Super Cup final on Saturday, taking on fellow Indian Super League (ISL) side Jamshedpur FC (JFC) at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, according to an official ISL website.

Kalinga Super Cup final: Goa and Jamshedpur face off for golden ticket to Asia

Bhubaneswar, May 2: After 13 days of relentless action, 15 contenders have been reduced to two, come the final day of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025. The 2019 champions FC Goa will take on first-time finalists Jamshedpur FC in the summit clash on Saturday.

India to face Thailand in FIFA friendly ahead of crucial AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

New Delhi, May 1: The Indian senior men's national football team is set to play a FIFA international friendly against Thailand on June 4 at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani, Thailand, according to the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

Kalinga Cup 2025: Mohun Bagan SG takes on FC Goa in the 1st semi-final

New Delhi April 30: The stage is set for an exciting semi-final showdown in the Kalinga Super Cup 2025, with four top teams battling it out for a spot in the final, as per the ISL official website.

Kalinga Super Cup: Favourites FC Goa take on young Mohun Bagan SG side in semi-final

Bhubaneswar, April 29: Mohun Bagan Super Giant and FC Goa, the two top sides in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season, will go head-to-head at the Kalinga Stadium in the semifinal of the Kalinga Super Cup here on Wednesday.

FC Goa aim to overturn two-goal deficit against Bengaluru FC

Panaji, April 6: FC Goa will host Bengaluru FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa on Sunday in the second leg of their Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 semi-final fixture, as per the official website of ISL.

ISL 2024-25: FC Goa fight two-goal deficit against Bengaluru in SF second leg

Fatorda: , April 5 (IANS) Trailing by a two-goal deficit, FC Goa will hope to overcome that margin when they host Bengaluru FC in the second leg of their Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 semifinal fixture at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda on April 6. The Blues clinched a comfortable 2-0 victory in the previous game, and the Gaurs will have to overcome that deficit to find a place in the final.

Manolo Marquez calls for passionate support as FC Goa aims for semi-final comeback

Fatorda, April 3: FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez remains optimistic despite his team's 2-0 defeat to Bengaluru FC in the first leg of the ISL 2024-25 semi-finals.

ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru, Goa FC eye first-leg advantage in semifinal face-off

Bengaluru, April 1: Bengaluru FC will host FC Goa at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in the first leg of their semi-final fixture of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Wednesday.

It was not our day: Marquez reflects on India's draw with Bangladesh

Shillong, March 27: Indian football team head coach Manolo Marquez was visibly disappointed with his team's performance as they were held to a draw by Bangladesh in their third-round opener of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers.

ISL Playoffs: Brison Fernandes could be FC Goa's X-factor in knockouts

Panaji, March 27: FC Goa's 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season has been marked by standout performances, but one name has truly risen above the rest: Brison Fernandes.

Brison Fernandes: Goa's rising star set to shine in ISL Playoffs

Goa, March 26: FC Goa’s 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season has been marked by standout performances, but one name has truly risen above the rest—Brison Fernandes. As the Gaurs gear up for the semi-finals, on April 2, after securing a second-place finish in the league stage, all eyes will be on the 23-year-old midfielder, who has been rewriting record books with his attacking prowess.

Blue Tigers play goalless against Bangladesh in the Asian Cup Qualifiers opening match

Shillong, March 25: India's campaign in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round didn't have the best start as they were held goalless by Bangladesh in the opening Group A match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Tuesday.

Sunil Chhetri slams his 95th goal as India outplay Maldives

Shillong, March 19: India displayed appreciable dominance at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday defeating Maldives 3-0 in the FIFA International Friendly. The Blue Tigers led 1-0 at half time, as per AIFF Media Team.

Chhetri scores on return to end 15-month winless drought as India beat Maldives 3-0

Shillong, March 19: India secured their first victory under coach Manolo Marquez with a dominant 3-0 win over the Maldives at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday. The match, which was India's first win since November 2023, was a comprehensive display that featured goals from Sunil Chhetri, Liston Colaco, and a header from Rahul Bheke.

I think Maldives will be a good test: India defender Rahul Bheke

Shillong, March 19: Indian football team defender Rahul Bheke anticipates a litmus test as the Blue Tigers prepare to face the Maldives in a friendly match before their AFC Asian Cup qualification third-round game against Bangladesh, as per the ISL official website.

Maldives match a dress rehearsal for Marquez and co ahead of Bangladesh tie

Shillong, March 18: The Indian senior men's team will face Maldives in a FIFA International Friendly on Wednesday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, as per the AIFF Media Team

Marquez backs Chhetri's retirement return, says 'national team is not about developing players'

Shillong, March 18: The Indian senior men's team will face Maldives in a FIFA International Friendly on Wednesday, March 19 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong. The game will also be India's all-time top scorer Sunil Chhetri's first match since announcing his return to international football.

Football: Indian team needs players who can score goals, says Manolo Marquez

Shillong, March 15: The Indian senior men's team arrived in Shillong on Friday, ahead of their first match of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Bangladesh (March 25). In preparation for that, the Blue Tigers will face the Maldives in a friendly on March 19, which is set to be a historic occasion as the Meghalaya capital will witness the Indian men's team in action for the first time.

Mission Asian qualification begins for Blue Tigers in Shillong

Shillong, March 15: The Indian senior men's team arrived in Shillong on Friday, March 14, ahead of their first match of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Bangladesh (March 25). In preparation for that, the Blue Tigers will face Maldives in a friendly on March 19, which is set to be a historic occasion as the Meghalaya capital will witness the Indian men's team in action for the first time, according to the AIFF Media Team.

Sunil Chhetri comes out of retirement, to play in March FIFA Window

New Delhi, March 6: Legendary Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri has come out of retirement from international football following a discussion with head coach Manolo Marquez, who emphasised the need for the star player to make a comeback as India gears up for Asian Cup qualification.

Manolo Marquez includes Sunil Chhetri in squad for March FIFA Window

New Delhi, March 6: India senior men's national team head coach Manolo Marquez on Thursday announced his 26-member squad, including the legendary Sunil Chhetri, for the March FIFA International Window. The fourth-highest international goalscorer of all-time with 94 strikes to his credit, Chhetri had announced his retirement from the national team in June last year but is now set to make a return in India's blue later this month.

AIFF confirms Super Cup 2025 to begin on April 21 in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, March 5: The Super Cup 2025, the annual premier football cup competition in India, will be played in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from April 21, the All India Football Federation announced on Wednesday.

FC Goa boss Manolo Marquez delighted after 2-0 win over Mohammedan SC

Margao, March 5: FC Goa (FCG) head coach Manolo Marquez expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance after their 2-0 victory over Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) in the Indian Super League (ISL).

ISL: With second spot booked, FC Goa host Mohammedan SC

Margao, March 3: FC Goa will play Mohammedan SC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Tuesday.

ISL 2024-25: After securing 2nd place, FC Goa aim to end regular season on high against Mohammedan SC

Margao (Goa), March 3: FC Goa will play Mohammedan SC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Tuesday. The Gaurs have confirmed a second-placed finish after the fourth-placed Jamshedpur FC dropped points in a 1-1 draw with Kerala Blasters FC.

Controlled the game with very long possessions in second half: FCG head coach Manolo Marquez after winning against PFC

New Delhi, February 28: FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez expressed satisfaction with his team's performance after they secured a narrow 1-0 win against Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Thursday, despite not being at their best.

ISL: FC Goa target win to strengthen claim for second spot

New Delhi, February 26: FC Goa (FCG) will travel to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, to take on Punjab FC (PFC) in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday.

ISL 2024-25: FC Goa one win away from securing second spot, Punjab FC's fate out of their hands

New Delhi, Feb 26: FC Goa will travel to the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to take on Punjab FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday, hoping to win the match and secure their second spot in the standings.

ISL 2024-25: FC Goa is best team in league according to me, says Punjab FC head coach Dilmperis

New Delhi, Feb 26: Punjab FC will face second-placed FC Goa in their final home game of the season and will hope to finish their home season with a win in the Indian Super League clash which will be on Thursday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Speaking ahead of the match, Punjab FC head coach Panagiotis Dilmperis said that according to him the Manolo Marquez-led side is the best team in the league here on Thursday.

FC Goa look to finish second, as Kerala Blasters FC's playoff finish gets tough

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