The Goal Story

We curate the finest literary content & most relevant grassroot stories in #indianfootball 🇮🇳⚽️, an amalgamation of everything football & literature.

[The Goal Story @_thegoalstory]

New season, new chapter. Delighted to join the @MumbaiCityFC first-team as a Performance Analyst for the '22/23 season.

It's been a productive two weeks of pre-season so far, can't wait for the season to start!

- Trishit, TGS Co-founder

#HeroISL #MumbaiCity #AamchiCity

[The Goal Story @_thegoalstory]

🚨ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

FYI since I've joined the @IndSuperLeague as an analyst producer for this season, I'll soon share my experience working with great minds like @AnalystAdi @ErikPaartalu @cdsahildani & @coachprad to name a few.

- Trishit, TGS Co-founder

#HeroISL #LetsFootball

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

Ahan 🤝 2028 ✍️

Our young goalkeeper, Ahan Prakash, has committed his future to #TheIslanders, signing a two-year extension until the summer of 2028.

#Ahan2028 #AamchiCity 🔵

[Thom Harris @ThomHarris_]

Per FIFA's research, 13.3% of possession sequences that include this kind of off-ball run have lead to a shot this summer. Without that movement, it drops to 6%.

Why is targeting the half-space so effective? And which players do it best?

Free to read on @TheAthleticFC below ⬇️

[Philarima Hynñiewta @philarima]

A lot of talk about how much we, Shillong people, dislike VIP culture.

Our CM was walking to a football match like everyone else.

People see him, know him & respect him. Then they carry on with their day.

Maybe that’s how public officials are supposed to be treated.

[ASEAN United FC @aseanutdfc]

🏆 Bigger & Bolder ⚽️

The ASEAN Club Championship #ShopeeCup is BACK for the 2026/27 season, and we’re officially EXPANDING!

We’ve leveled up from 14 teams in the last two editions to 16 elite clubs ready to battle for regional glory.

More teams = more drama, more rivalry, and more pure football magic.

Who are you backing to be the best team in ASEAN❓

#ASEANUtdFC

[ZEE @ZEECorporate]

‘Z’ partners with FIFA to bring 39 global football events including FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA World Cup 2030™ & FIFA Women’s World Cup™ 2027 for Indian fans!

Click here to read more: https://t.co/ikr5nUF1Ck

#FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup2026 #FIFAonZ

[The IFAB @TheIFAB]

The IFAB clarifies VAR protocol for attacking-team offences before the ball is in play ➡️ https://t.co/s7iU2NlkqG

[Indian Super League @IndSuperLeague]

𝔇𝔢𝔞𝔡-𝔟𝔞𝔩𝔩 𝔰𝔭𝔢𝔠𝔦𝔞𝔩𝔦𝔰𝔱𝔰! 👊

Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mumbai City FC made the most of their set-piece opportunities in #ISL12. 🔥

[The IFAB @TheIFAB]

The IFAB unanimously approves red card for players covering their mouths to conceal discriminatory behaviour ➡️https://t.co/EEQubmcCVA

[Meghalaya Sports & Youth Affairs @DSYA_Meghalaya]

Under the CM’s Football Mission, Shillong Lajong FC were felicitated with a ₹3 crore cheque by Shri Wailadmiki Shylla, Hon’ble Minister, Dept. of Sports & Youth Affairs, Govt. of Meghalaya

[Sacha Pisani @Sachk0]

This is the incredible inside story of Iraq’s World Cup qualification, including coffee with Mark Viduka in Zagreb.

So much to unpack in my interview with assistant coach Rob Stanton, who also spoke about Baghdad's "number one driver".

https://t.co/6IPWlc9IQZ

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

Mumbai City will celebrate this Women's Day by donating the net revenue generated from ticket sales to a women-focused NGO, from our match against SC Delhi this Sunday 🩵

#WomensDay #AamchiCity 🔵

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

🚨 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟲 𝗙𝗶𝘅𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀

मंडळी, are you ready? 🤩

#MumbaiCity #AamchiCity 🔵

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

मंडळी, see you soon at the Mumbai Football Arena 🏠🩵

Tickets to go live soon 🎟️⏳

#MumbaiCity #AamchiCity 🔵

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

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[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

Reset. Refocus. Grind again 👊

#MumbaiCity #AamchiCity 🔵

[Indian Football @IndianFootball]

The Indian Super League 2025-26 will begin on February 14, 2026.

#ISL #IndianFootball ⚽️

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

Mumbai City can confirm that the club and Spanish centre-back Tiri have mutually parted ways.

A true professional on and off the pitch, Tiri’s journey with the Club has been marked by resilience, leadership, and unforgettable moments. From battling it out on the continental stage in the AFC Champions League to lifting the Indian Super League Cup in the 2023/24 season, his contributions will always hold a special place in our story.

Thank you, Tiri, for wearing the badge with pride and giving everything for #AamchiCity. We wish you the very best in the next chapter of your career 🩵

#ThankYouTiri 🔵

[Mumbai City FC @MumbaiCityFC]

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and successful 2026 🩵

#HappyNewYear #AamchiCity 🔵

[RevSportz Global @RevSportzGlobal]

EXCLUSIVE

Arata Izumi, the first Indian passport holder to coach in a top-division European league, reflects on his journey, the current turmoil in Indian football, and the deeper issues holding the sport back.

@ssen_co @indiansamurai_8 @Rahul_01Giri
#ArataIzumi #IndianFootball #FootballCoaching

[Dept of Sports, Govt of India @IndiaSports]

Commencement of select provisions of the National Sports Governance Act, 2025 notified.
The Act aims to ensure a smooth transition to the statutory sports governance framework.

Read here: https://t.co/sGXhnHCoQw