Anwar Ali: I was on the point of giving up, but some very good people around me helped me out

Defender Anwar Ali speaks in an interview during his stay in the national camp in Bhubaneswar.

International football in Imphal inspired and motivated NEROCA's Rakesh Meitei

For defender Likmabam Rakesh Meitei and his club, it would be a battle to get through the qualifiers, before they would square up against the big boys.

Tri-Nation Friendly Tournament: Five players who impressed

India went on to be the champions of the Tri-Nation Friendly Tournament. Here are five players who stood apart from the rest.

Tri-Nation Friendly Tournament: Five key takeaways from India's performance

India beat Kyrgyz Republic for fifth straight win at home, crowned Tri-Nation champions

India vs Kyrgyz Republic: Sunil Chhetri added one more milestone to his glittering hat as the Blue Tigers beat Kyrgyz Republic to lift the Tri-Nation title.

Ratings: Kotal, Chhangte excel as India lift the Tri-Nation Cup

Tri-Nation Friendly Tournament: India 2-0 Kyrgyz Republic Highlights

Manvir Singh: AIFF should organize friendly matches in many other states

Manvir Singh: I am ready to play in any position

Kyrgyz Republic will be different type of challenge, says India coach Igor Stimac

India coach Igor Stimac expects to field a different team in the last match of the Tri-Nation Friendly Tournament against Kyrgyz Republic.