Indian Football Team: A Brief History
The India national football team, also known as the Blue Tigers, has a rich history dating back to 1938. The team's early years were marked by limited success, with their first international match being against Sri Lanka in 1952.
Early Years and Challenges
The Indian football team faced numerous challenges during the 1960s and 1970s, including a lack of funding, poor infrastructure, and limited talent. Despite these obstacles, the team managed to qualify for the Asian Games in 1951, where they finished fourth.
The Indian Football Team's Rise to Prominence
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the Indian football team experienced a resurgence in fortunes under coach Stephen Constantine. The team reached the semifinals of the South Asian Games in 2011 and won their first-ever SAFF Championship