Archive · 12 Jun 2025
Bhutia Slams AIFF, Calls for Chaubey's Resignation After Loss
India's former football captain, Bhaichung Bhutia, is upset with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) after the team lost a game.
He criticized the AIFF for offering a large bonus to the players without any plan.
He pointed out that the players sometimes don't even receive their regular allowances.
Bhutia believes the AIFF's leader, Kalyan Chaubey, should resign due to the team's poor performance and management issues.
The team has had a tough time recently, missing out on important tournaments after a period of good results.
Their only win in a while was when a veteran player returned from retirement to help the team.
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia criticized the AIFF for offering a USD 50,000 bonus to players.
Bhutia questioned the lack of a system and strategy within the AIFF regarding financial incentives.
India lost to Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers after a goalless draw against Bangladesh.
Bhutia called for AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey to resign, citing poor on-field performance and off-field chaos.
India's recent victory came after Sunil Chhetri came out of retirement, leading to a win against Maldives.
- Who
- Bhaichung Bhutia and AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey.
- What
- Bhaichung Bhutia criticized the AIFF regarding their handling of the Indian football team.
- When
- After India's loss to Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers.
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- Bhutia believes there's a lack of system, strategy, and clear management within the AIFF.
Bhaichung Bhutia's View
AIFF's Potential View
AIFF Management
Bhaichung Bhutia's View
The AIFF lacks a clear strategy and system for managing the team.
AIFF's Potential View
AIFF's actions are justified.
- Event
- AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers
- Match Result
- India lost to Hong Kong
- Bonus Controversy
- USD 50,000 bonus offer
- Critic
- Bhaichung Bhutia
- AIFF President
- Kalyan Chaubey