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The Mizoram Football Association (MFA) has asked for clarifications from the Indian government on why Jeje Lalpekhlua has not been awarded the Arjuna Award despite being nominated for it thrice since 2017. The 'Mizo Sniper' is India's second-highest goal scorer amongst the players still active.

Jamshedpur FC has announced the signing of veteran goalkeeper Pawan Kumar ahead of the Indian Super League season after playing two seasons at Northeast United FC. Meanwhile, midfielder Germanpreet Singh has extended his stay at Chennaiyin FC by signing a multi-year contract with the club.

Former East Bengal star Arnab Mondal feels that Ranti Matins was the most lethal striker to ever play in India with him scoring 214 goals in the I-League, the most by any foreigner. The Nigerian signed for Dempo in 2004 and would spend eight years with them, winning several trophies along the way.

Adil Khan revealed how coaches had given up him during the early stages of his career after he suffered persistent injuries, but he has no regrets now. The central defender is a regular in the Indian setup right now and even scored the equalizer in the World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in 2019.