{"id":35641,"date":"2025-07-16T12:24:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T06:54:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35641"},"modified":"2025-07-16T12:24:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T06:54:56","slug":"india-fifa-ranking-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"India FIFA Ranking 2025: Drops to 133rd, Lowest Since 2016 \u2013 Coach Resigns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#India_FIFA_Ranking_2025_update_Indian_football_team_slips_to_133rd_position_the_worst_since_2016_after_losses_to_Thailand_and_Hong_Kong_Coach_Manolo_Marquez_resigns_Learn_more_for_your_exam_prep\" >India FIFA Ranking 2025 update: Indian football team slips to 133rd position, the worst since 2016, after losses to Thailand and Hong Kong. Coach Manolo M\u00e1rquez resigns. Learn more for your exam prep.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%B0_India_Falls_to_133rd_in_FIFA_Rankings_Lowest_Since_2016\" >\ud83d\udcf0 India Falls to 133rd in FIFA Rankings, Lowest Since 2016<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Recent_Match_Results_Decline\" >Recent Match Results &amp; Decline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Coaching_Shifts\" >Coaching Shifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Decline_in_Performance_Metrics\" >Decline in Performance Metrics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Next_Opportunities\" >Next Opportunities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Why_This_Is_Important\" >Why This Is Important<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Golden_Era_vs_Current_Challenges\" >Golden Era vs Current Challenges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Past_Instabilities\" >Past Instabilities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Drops_to_133rd_in_FIFA_Rankings%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia Drops to 133rd in FIFA Rankings\u201d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#1_What_is_Indias_current_FIFA_ranking_as_of_July_2025\" >1. What is India&#8217;s current FIFA ranking as of July 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#2_Why_did_Indias_FIFA_ranking_drop\" >2. Why did India&#8217;s FIFA ranking drop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#3_Who_was_the_coach_of_the_Indian_football_team_during_this_performance_dip\" >3. Who was the coach of the Indian football team during this performance dip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#4_How_does_FIFA_calculate_world_football_rankings\" >4. How does FIFA calculate world football rankings?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#5_What_is_Indias_next_international_fixture\" >5. What is India&#8217;s next international fixture?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#6_What_was_Indias_best-ever_FIFA_ranking\" >6. What was India\u2019s best-ever FIFA ranking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#7_What_was_the_significance_of_the_AIFFs_temporary_suspension_in_2022\" >7. What was the significance of the AIFF&#8217;s temporary suspension in 2022?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#8_How_does_Indias_FIFA_rank_affect_sports-related_government_recruitment_exams\" >8. How does India&#8217;s FIFA rank affect sports-related government recruitment exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#9_Who_is_the_top-ranked_football_team_in_Asia_as_of_July_2025\" >9. Who is the top-ranked football team in Asia as of July 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#10_Which_government_bodies_oversee_football_in_India\" >10. Which government bodies oversee football in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-fifa-ranking-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_FIFA_Ranking_2025_update_Indian_football_team_slips_to_133rd_position_the_worst_since_2016_after_losses_to_Thailand_and_Hong_Kong_Coach_Manolo_Marquez_resigns_Learn_more_for_your_exam_prep\"><\/span><strong>India FIFA Ranking 2025 update: Indian football team slips to 133rd position, the worst since 2016, after losses to Thailand and Hong Kong. Coach Manolo M\u00e1rquez resigns. Learn more for your exam prep.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%B0_India_Falls_to_133rd_in_FIFA_Rankings_Lowest_Since_2016\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcf0 India Falls to 133rd in FIFA Rankings, Lowest Since 2016<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The All India Men&#8217;s Football Team has taken a significant hit, plummeting to <strong>133rd in the FIFA world rankings<\/strong>\u2014its lowest position in nearly nine years. This decline underscores recent struggles and marks a low since December 2016. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Match_Results_Decline\"><\/span>Recent Match Results &amp; Decline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In June 2025, India suffered a <strong>0\u20132 loss to Thailand<\/strong> in a friendly and a <strong>0\u20131 defeat by Hong Kong<\/strong> during Asian Cup qualifiers\u2014two poor performances that triggered the dramatic drop in rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coaching_Shifts\"><\/span>Coaching Shifts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These disappointing results led to the <strong>resignation of head coach Manolo M\u00e1rquez<\/strong>, who had guided India to just one win (against the Maldives) in his last eight matches. He stepped down in early July, leaving the team without a permanent coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decline_in_Performance_Metrics\"><\/span>Decline in Performance Metrics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India now holds <strong>1,113.22 rating points<\/strong>, down from 1,132.03. In Asia, they are currently ranked <strong>24th out of 46 nations<\/strong>, led by <strong>Japan at 17th<\/strong> globally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Next_Opportunities\"><\/span>Next Opportunities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, the team\u2019s next opportunity to improve its standings is the <strong>away fixture against Singapore<\/strong> in October, part of the Asian Cup qualifying campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-FIFA-ranking-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTP6chabUpESt13mSoquLIwFWIE7NTAx78xQg&amp;s\" alt=\"India FIFA ranking 2025\" title=\"India FIFA ranking 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India FIFA ranking 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Impact on Global Sporting Reputation<\/strong><br>FIFA rankings influence tournament seedings, match fixtures, and international perception. A decline signals that India is moving further away from competing at the top level. For defence, civil services, and other govt. roles related to sports, this indicates urgent need for structural improvements in national football policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coaching &amp; Talent Ecosystem<\/strong><br>The resignation of M\u00e1rquez spotlights underlying issues in coaching strategies, team selection, and talent grooming\u2014a critical area of concern for education and sports governance aspirants preparing for railway\/sports quota or physical education teacher roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Strategic Realignment Required<\/strong><br>Policymakers and administrators must engage with AIFF to rebuild training infrastructure, invest in youth development, and stabilize coaching frameworks\u2014a vital case study for UPSC aspirants focusing on sports management, public administration, and policy implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Golden_Era_vs_Current_Challenges\"><\/span>Golden Era vs Current Challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s football zenith occurred during the 1950s\u20131960s under Syed Abdul Rahim, winning Asian Games gold (1951 &amp; 1962) and finishing fourth at the 1956 Olympics. However, FIFA rankings\u2014introduced in the 1990s\u2014have seen India hover between 90s and 140s. Their <strong>best-ever FIFA ranking was 94<\/strong> in February 1996. They hit their previous low in <strong>2016 at 135<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Past_Instabilities\"><\/span>Past Instabilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Historically, AIFF has faced criticism over governance issues, which led to a <strong>temporary FIFA suspension in 2022<\/strong>, due to political interference. While reinstated, structural inconsistencies have persisted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CIndia_Drops_to_133rd_in_FIFA_Rankings%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cIndia Drops to 133rd in FIFA Rankings\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>India has dropped to <strong>133rd in FIFA rankings<\/strong>, the lowest since <strong>December 2016 (+ worst in 9 years)<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Triggered by <strong>losses to Thailand (0\u20132)<\/strong> and <strong>Hong Kong (0\u20131)<\/strong> in June.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Coach Manolo M\u00e1rquez resigned<\/strong>, after managing only one win in eight games.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>India now holds <strong>1,113.22 points<\/strong> and ranks <strong>24th in Asia<\/strong>, behind leaders like Japan.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The team\u2019s <strong>next match against Singapore in October<\/strong> offers a chance to bounce back.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India FIFA ranking 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_Indias_current_FIFA_ranking_as_of_July_2025\"><\/span>1. What is India&#8217;s current FIFA ranking as of July 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India is ranked <strong>133rd<\/strong> in the latest FIFA rankings, the country&#8217;s <strong>lowest ranking since December 2016<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Why_did_Indias_FIFA_ranking_drop\"><\/span>2. Why did India&#8217;s FIFA ranking drop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The drop was due to <strong>recent defeats against Thailand and Hong Kong<\/strong> during international fixtures in June 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_was_the_coach_of_the_Indian_football_team_during_this_performance_dip\"><\/span>3. Who was the coach of the Indian football team during this performance dip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manolo M\u00e1rquez<\/strong> was the head coach. He resigned following the team\u2019s poor performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_does_FIFA_calculate_world_football_rankings\"><\/span>4. How does FIFA calculate world football rankings?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>FIFA uses a points-based system called the <strong>\u201cSUM algorithm\u201d<\/strong>, which considers match result, match importance, opponent strength, and confederation strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_Indias_next_international_fixture\"><\/span>5. What is India&#8217;s next international fixture?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India is scheduled to play <strong>Singapore in October 2025<\/strong>, an away match that could impact their rankings positively if they win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_was_Indias_best-ever_FIFA_ranking\"><\/span>6. What was India\u2019s best-ever FIFA ranking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s highest FIFA ranking was <strong>94<\/strong>, achieved in <strong>February 1996<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_was_the_significance_of_the_AIFFs_temporary_suspension_in_2022\"><\/span>7. What was the significance of the AIFF&#8217;s temporary suspension in 2022?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>FIFA suspended AIFF briefly in 2022 due to <strong>third-party interference<\/strong>, which affected India\u2019s international credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_does_Indias_FIFA_rank_affect_sports-related_government_recruitment_exams\"><\/span>8. How does India&#8217;s FIFA rank affect sports-related government recruitment exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be a case study in <strong>sports administration, public policy, or general awareness<\/strong> questions in exams like UPSC, SSC, or Defence Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Who_is_the_top-ranked_football_team_in_Asia_as_of_July_2025\"><\/span>9. Who is the top-ranked football team in Asia as of July 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Japan<\/strong> leads the Asian football rankings and is ranked <strong>17th globally<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Which_government_bodies_oversee_football_in_India\"><\/span>10. 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