In Pics: 2011 International Football

India began the year by participating in the Asia Cup after a long gap of 27 years. Expectedly, they did not make it past an extremely tough group, and soon after coach Bob Houghton's five-year stint came to a controversial end. However, under new coach Savio Medeira, they ended the year on a high by winning a record sixth SAFF Cup title.Undoubtedly India's biggest football star, Bhaichung Bhutia finally called time on his illustrious 16-year career after an injury-troubled season. Fortunately, fans will get the chance to give the striker a fitting farewell when he leads India out for a final time in an exhibition match against Bayern Munich in January next year.Meanwhile, India found a new hero in Sunil Chhetri. After ending his frustrating stint at Kansas City Wizards, the striker signed for Mohun Bagan and also had trials with Scottish giants Rangers. However, it was with the national team that Chhetri shone, and his man-of-the-tournament haul of seven goals in India's victorious SAFF Cup campaign saw him win the AIFF Player of the Year award for 2011.
03:58 PM, Dec 30, 2011

Gouramangi Singh set for Melbourne Heart trial

Gouramangi Singh set for Melbourne Heart trial He could become only the fourth Indian player in history to ply his trade abroad. ...
07:43 PM, May 01, 2010

India coach rules out IPL-style soccer event

India coach rules out IPL-style soccer event Houghton said it is not possible in India because of the money involved. ...
11:27 AM, Feb 05, 2010

We didn't know we were in Nehru Cup final: Houghton

We didn't know we were in Nehru Cup final: Houghton There was confusion over whether India had qualified or not for the finals. ...
10:49 PM, Aug 29, 2009

Get on with it Sri Lanka: India coach Bob Houghton

Get on with it Sri Lanka: India coach Bob Houghton The Indian team defeated Sri Lanka to remain in contention for a place in final. ...
08:01 PM, Aug 27, 2009

No room for mistakes against Sri Lanka, says Houghton

No room for mistakes against Sri Lanka, says Houghton It's a must win match for India on Wednesday when they face Sri Lanka. ...
05:17 PM, Aug 26, 2009

Heavy grass made it difficult for us: India soccer coach

Heavy grass made it difficult for us: India soccer coach India conceded an early goal when Ali Al Saad's free-kick beat Subrata Pal. ...
03:58 PM, Aug 20, 2009

India coach Houghton wants to start with a win

India coach Houghton wants to start with a win Bob Houghton is confident of India's chances in the Nehru Cup 2009. ...
09:09 PM, Aug 15, 2009

IPL has caught FIFA's eye: Indian soccer coach

IPL has caught FIFA's eye: Indian soccer coach Houghton says the game is on the verge of some exciting changes. ...
03:19 PM, Aug 05, 2009

Mourinho or Hiddink can't help Indian football: Houghton

Mourinho or Hiddink can't help Indian football: Houghton He feels lack of vision among Indian administrators is a big problem. ...
02:02 AM, Jun 20, 2009

Houghton wouldn't have allowed Bhaichung for TV show

Houghton wouldn't have allowed Bhaichung for TV show Bhaichung has been suspended for six months by Mohun Bagan. ...
01:40 AM, Jun 20, 2009

Somebody Influenced Houghton: Anjan Mitra

Somebody Influenced Houghton: Anjan Mitra Decision regarding Bhaichung Bhutia's future shall be taken on Monday. ...
01:32 AM, Jun 05, 2009

India ponders ambitious 2011 Asian Cup Plan

India ponders ambitious 2011 Asian Cup Plan AIFF will select 25 players, who will not play for any club over the next two seasons. ...
10:18 PM, Mar 10, 2009

Bhutia scores but India lose to underrated Hong Kong

Bhutia scores but India lose to underrated Hong Kong Indian football disappointed; team lets in last gasp goal. ...
11:41 PM, Jan 14, 2009

India clubs ignore Houghton request to rest top players

India clubs ignore Houghton request to rest top players Coach Houghton is building India's squad for the 2011 Asian Cup finals. ...
04:14 PM, Jan 05, 2009
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