Manolo Marquez to be head coach of senior Indian men’s football team after Igor Stimac

The AIFF appointed Manolo Marquez as the national team head coach, replacing Igor Štimac, with immediate effect. Marquez feels attached to India and appreciates FC Goa's flexibility and AIFF's support. Štimac, appointed in 2019, was sacked following India's ouster from the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers despite an easy draw; he had an October contract extension until 2026.