New Delhi, Dec. 29 -- Indian football had a tough year in 2025. It was the sound of an alarm clock being smashed against the wall in Indian football.

In the last 12 months, Indian football saw unprecedented administrative chaos, the suspension of the Indian Super League (ISL), Lionel Messi's chaotic "Goat India Tour" in Kolkata and a historic low for the senior men's national team in the FIFA men's rankings.

Senior men's team downfall - India men's football team didn't just stumble in 2025; they fell off a cliff. This year, the Indian side changed coaches. From Manolo Marquez to Khalid Jamil, the side didn't live up to the expectations.

The Blue Tigers had a dismal outing in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers and have seen a steady decline i...