The Indian football team was held to a 1-1 draw against a 10-man Bangladesh side in their 2021 SAFF Championships fixture at the National Football Stadium, in Male. Indian skipper Sunil Chhetri scored 27th minute to give the lead, but Yeasin Arafat scored in the 74th minute to level the scores.

Indian Super League side Kerala Blasters FC have extended the contract of midfielder Givson Singh by one-year, which will keep him at the club till 2024. The Manipuri playmaker made his ISL debut last season against Mumbai City FC, having played three matches overall for the 'Manjappada'.

Indian defender Saviour Gama signed a three-year contract extension with FC Goa, that will keep him with the Indian Super League outfits till 2024. The Goa-based footballer has played all but one match for his side in the previous ISL season and also guiding them to a top-four finish.