Indian Footballers Beg FIFA: 'Let Us Play' Amid AIFF Crisis, ISL in Limbo
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News18•02-01-2026, 19:57
Indian Footballers Beg FIFA: 'Let Us Play' Amid AIFF Crisis, ISL in Limbo
- •Indian footballers have directly appealed to FIFA for intervention, citing the AIFF's incompetence and paralysis.
- •National team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu shared a video where players highlighted the crisis and AIFF's failure to perform basic duties.
- •Players like Sandhu, Sandesh Jhingan, and Lallianzuala Chhangte warn of "permanent paralysis" as the ISL is in limbo with no season or clarity.
- •They describe the situation as a "humanitarian, sporting and economic crisis," emphasizing their desperation to play football.
- •The appeal is a "last-ditch effort" as careers are on hold and contracts are hanging due to the AIFF's silence and lack of a roadmap.
Why It Matters: Indian footballers seek FIFA's urgent help as AIFF's failure leaves the sport in crisis.
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