India won its first-ever Asian Games football gold medal in New Delhi, marking the rise of Indian football on the continental stage.
India repeated its success, winning another gold medal at the Asian Games in Jakarta under legendary coach Syed Abdul Rahim.
India became the first Asian nation to reach the Olympic football semi-finals in Melbourne, finishing fourth.
India hosted its first-ever FIFA tournament, inspiring a new generation of football fans and players.
India clinched its 8th SAFF Championship title, proving its dominance in South Asian football.