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Football is the second most popular game in India

The non-profit organization is leading the way to democratizing the football scouting process in the country,

Hyderabad: India Khelo Football (IKF), with the social initiative of AIMS Media Walk With A Difference, (WWAD) is set to launch ‘Football For All’, an initiative for raising awareness and promoting societal acceptance for people with special needs.

The visible emotions surrounding the game of football in India are overarching and vivid. However, the same cannot be said about the efforts that are put in place for infrastructural growth. While the

New Delhi, Oct 6: India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit Football platform connecting Indian Football grassroots with the professional Football ecosystem, is becoming a sports partner for AIMS Media's social initiative,

India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit Football organization connecting Indian Football grassroots with the professional Football ecosystem, is rolling out the first-of-its-kind ProSoccer Global Workshop in India.

New Delhi [India], October 21 (ANI): India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit Football organization connecting Indian Football grassroots with the professional Football ecosystem, is rolling out the first-of-its-kind ProSoccer Global Workshop in India.

Football is the second most popular game in India after cricket and there are some states in our country that consider domestic football to be more popular than domestic cricket.

The Co-Directors, Premier League Scouts and Agents, are coming to India to provide boys and girls (U-13, U-15, U-17, and U-19) with feedback and assessment to kick off their professional football journey.

NEW DELHI: India Khelo Football (IKF) successfully concluded its season 2 National Finals. The event witnessed the participation of over 5000 kids from 40 cities and villages across India, making it the biggest football trial in the country.

Hyderabad: Over 5,000 kids from across the 40 cities and villages in the country took part in the second season of the IKF Season 2 National Finals which concluded recently.

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India Khelo Football (IKF), in collaboration with Tyger Capital and Tyger Home Finance, proudly announces the launch of a pilot apprenticeship program offering talented footballers above the age of 16 a unique pathway into the professional world—starting with Nashik.

India Khelo Football (IKF), in collaboration with Tyger Capital and Tyger Home Finance, proudly announces the launch of a pilot apprenticeship program offering talented footballers above the age of 16 a unique pathway into the professional world—starting with Nashik.

Empowering Futures through Football India Khelo Football launches 'Field of Dreams' Campaign to uplift youth through sports and life skills.

In a groundbreaking effort to bridge the gap between sport and social development, India Khelo Football (IKF) has announced the launch of its new national initiative—the Field of Dreams Campaign—under its flagship IKF Career 360 program. This campaign aims to nurture football talent among under-resourced youth while also preparing them for life beyond the game. The program promotes holistic development, encompassing football training, life skills, literacy, mental wellness, and medical care.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5: India Khelo Football (IKF), in collaboration with its CSR partner Tyger Capital, unveiled its first official mascot-- 'Desi Messi'--to symbolize the dreams, grit, and untapped talent thriving in India's grassroots football ecosystem. The launch also marks the impact of their shared mission, as seen in the resounding success of IKF Season 4, which emerged as India's largest grassroots football talent hunt, reaching deep into underserved and non-traditional footballing regions. The mascot--an energetic, spirited character--will lead the campaign under the hashtag #DesiMessi, celebrating the local footballing hero in every Indian lane, village, and school ground.

India Khelo Football (IKF) announced the upcoming ProSoccer Global Workshop by Premier League academy scouts and agents, across four major cities in India. Building on the remarkable success of the previous year's workshop that witnessed an exceptional turnaround of 300 plus kids, the winner got a 100 per cent scholarship to train at Steven Gerrard Academy in Liverpool.

India Khelo Football starts national trials to enhance grassroots of Indian football in 100 cities

India Khelo Football (IKF) announced the upcoming ProSoccer Global Workshop by Premier League academy scouts and agents, across four major cities in India. Building on the remarkable success of the previous year's workshop that witnessed an exceptional turnaround of 300 plus kids, the winner got a 100 per cent scholarship to train at Steven Gerrard Academy in Liverpool. Last year, Mongtsu Tungoe from Wokha, Nagaland, shone brilliantly, capturing the attention of scouts and winning the scholarship training at Steven Gerrard, free of cost. Having previously showcased his skills with clubs like Sudeva FC and Guwahati City FC, Mongtsu's journey exemplifies the potential of Indian football talents to thrive on the global stage.

India Khelo Football (IKF), now partnering with Tyger Capital, will conduct the selection trials of the fourth season in Hyderabad at the Little Stars Academy in September

India Khelo Football starts national trials to enhance the grassroots of Indian Football in 100 cities.

Tyger Capital has signed a long-term collaboration with India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit organization aimed at connecting Indian grassroots talent to the global football ecosystem, for its Pan India Talent Hunt. This deal, claiming to be one of the most impactful collaborations ever made specifically for scouting in Indian Football history at the grassroots level, aims to boost IKF’s mission to make talent identification and selections more accessible across India.

Tyger Capital has signed a long-term collaboration with India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit organization aimed at connecting Indian grassroots talent to the global football ecosystem, for its Pan-India Talent Hunt. This deal, claiming to be one of the most impactful collaborations ever made specifically for scouting in the Indian Football history at grassroots level, aims to boost IKF’s mission to make talent identification and selections more accessible across India. IKF Trials, the biggest football talent hunt in India, will now be called Tyger IKF Trials for consecutive seasons, including Season 4 (ongoing), covering 100 cities for under 13, under-15 and under-17 boys and girls.

Over the last decade, India’s footballing ambitions have grown louder—from packed stadiums during ISL seasons to a grassroots surge across small towns. But while thousands of kids lace up with dreams of turning pro, the hard truth remains: only a tiny fraction make it. That’s where India Khelo Football (IKF) steps in—and their latest initiative, IKF Career 360, might just be the most important move yet for Indian football’s future.

Over the last decade, India’s footballing ambitions have grown louder—from packed stadiums during ISL seasons to a grassroots surge across small towns. But while thousands of kids lace up with dreams of turning pro, the hard truth remains: only a tiny fraction make it. That’s where India Khelo Football (IKF) steps in—and their latest initiative, IKF Career 360, might just be the most important move yet for Indian football’s future.

Over the last decade, India’s footballing ambitions have grown louder—from packed stadiums during ISL seasons to a grassroots surge across small towns. But while thousands of kids lace up with dreams of turning pro, the hard truth remains: only a tiny fraction make it. That’s where India Khelo Football (IKF) steps in—and their latest initiative, IKF Career 360, might just be the most important move yet for Indian football’s future.

India Khelo Football (IKF), a non-profit initiative dedicated to discovering grassroots football talent, is set to host the TYGER IKF Season 5 trials in Srinagar. Organized in collaboration with WHS Sports Hub, the trials will take place on April 19-20 at the WHS Sports Hub Football Turf.

India Khelo Football (IKF) — a renowned non-profit passionate about developing grassroots talent — is currently on a mission to identify future stars of Indian football. This year, IKF is conducting trials in 125+ cities and villages across the country, ensuring opportunity reaches every corner of India.On June 15th, IKF successfully hosted its Srinagar trials in association with WHS Sports Hub, drawing enthusiastic participation from hundreds of players eager to pursue their passion for the game.

India Khelo Football (IKF) is making significant strides in transforming the landscape of grassroots football in India by identifying and nurturing talent from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Through a robust vision centered around equal opportunities, IKF aims to provide structured pathways for young aspiring footballers, especially from underserved communities, to achieve their fullest potential.

India Khelo Football (IKF) is making significant strides in transforming the landscape of grassroots football in India by identifying and nurturing talent from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Through a robust vision centered around equal opportunities, IKF aims to provide structured pathways for young aspiring footballers, especially from underserved communities, to achieve their fullest potential.

India Khelo Football (IKF) is making significant strides in transforming the landscape of grassroots football in India by identifying and nurturing talent from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Through a robust vision centered around equal opportunities, IKF aims to provide structured pathways for young aspiring footballers, especially from underserved communities, to achieve their fullest potential.