The Distant Dream of Indian Football's Rise to Prominence For decades, India has struggled to make a meaningful impact on the world stage in football.
Despite its massive population and growing enthusiasm for the sport, the country's national team has consistently underperformed, failing to qualify for major tournaments with any regularity.
The latest setback came recently, when India failed to even make it to the 2027 Asian Cup. One reason for this stagnation is the lack of investment in youth development.