The FPAI is the sole representative body for all professional players across India. It is a member of FIFPro the worldwide body for professional players
It was founded in 2006 and has been a member of FIFPro since 2008. The President from 2006 to 2013 was Bhaichung Bhutia while Renedy Singh is the current President .
An evening of recognition, appreciation and celebration at the Indian Football Awards 2026. ๐
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Our President, Mr. Mehraj Ud Din Wadoo, presented a Token of Appreciation to AIFF President Mr. Kalyan Chaubey and Deputy Secretary General Satyanarayan M a gesture of gratitude for gracing the occasion and being part of an evening dedicated to celebrating Indian football.
We sincerely thank Mr. Kalyan Chaubey and Mr Satyanarayan M for gracing the Indian Football Awards ceremony and for being part of this special celebration of Indian football.
Mr. Kalyan Chaubey also presented the Special Appreciation Award to Colonel Reddy in recognition of the Services teamโs triumphant Santosh Trophy campaign.
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Sanfida Nongrum
One of the most special moments of the evening.
sanfida nongrum receives the Womenโs Young Player of the Year award from Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri.
A proud moment for a young player and a reminder of the talent waiting to shape the future. ๐โฝ
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Extending our heartfelt thanks to Rapid Sport Fitness (RSF), Bengaluru, for being an important part of our journey. ๐ค
From supporting players through rehabilitation and recovery to helping them prepare during the off-season, RSF has played a valuable role in ensuring our players have the right support to stay fit, recover stronger and return to the game with confidence.
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Anthony Andrews ๐ช
A successful stint with East Bengal deserves its moment. ๐
A season well led.
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Celebrating a memorable season and the journey behind it. ๐ช
Manisha Kalyan
Womenโs Player of the Year 2026. ๐ฎ๐ณ
A well-deserved honour for an outstanding performance. ๐โฝ
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An evening of recognition, celebration and unforgettable smiles.
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Supporting our players every step of the journey. ๐ช
A heartfelt thank you to The Right Weigh for their valuable support in strength & conditioning and injury rehabilitation, helping our players improve their physical performance, recover from injuries and make confident comeback to the game.
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The award was presented by the IFA Secretary Mr. Anirban Dutta to the Football Players Association Punjab in recognition of their active contribution towards supporting and empowering footballers at the regional level.
Launched in 2025, the association has quickly established itself as an active voice for players, working to support their needs, opportunities and development across Punjab.