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    Football

    Dive into the sport ecosystem with detailed information on participation, performance, infrastructure, and athlete excellence

    About the Sport

    Football is a fast-paced team sport built on skill, coordination, endurance, and tactical play. Known for its global appeal and competitive spirit, the sport continues to grow rapidly through professional leagues, youth development, and rising participation across India.

    Governing BodyAll India Football Federation

    Benefits

    Improves agility and coordination
    Enhances reflexes and fitness
    Builds teamwork and endurance
    Improves agility and coordination
    Enhances reflexes and fitness
    Builds teamwork and endurance

    Sport Snapshot

    Sport Type

    Outdoor

    Formats

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    Centres & Venues

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    Competitions

    S. No.Conducting BodyEvent NameLevel
    1All India Football FederationSwami Vivekananda U-20 Men’s ChampionshipNational
    2All India Football FederationSub-Junior Boys National ChampionshipNational
    3All India Football FederationSenior Women’s National Football ChampionshipNational
    4All India Football FederationSenior National Women’s League FinalsInternational
    5All India Football FederationSantosh Trophy Final RoundInternational
    6All India Football FederationSAFF ChampionshipNational
    7All India Football FederationNational Futsal ChampionshipNational
    8All India Football FederationMaharashtra vs OdishaNational
    9All India Football FederationMaharashtra vs ChhattisgarhNational
    10All India Football FederationKhelo India Youth Games – FootballNational

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    Team Size

    11 Players

    Equipment

    Football, Shin Guards, Boots

    Match Duration

    90 Minutes

    Olympic Status

    Olympic Sport

    Paralympic Version/Adapted Formats

    Cerebral Palsy Football / Blind Football

    11-A-side

    Traditional Football

    Futsal

    5-A-side Indoor Format

    Beach Football

    Sand-based Format