Indian football's struggles have become a recurring topic of discussion. Fans have been left frustrated every year, and the problems still remain the same. Former India striker Robin Singh feels that the solution lies in a complete structural overhaul rather than short-term fixes.
Speaking exclusively to Hindustan Times, Singh said football needs fundamental changes in governance, accountability and the way the game is run in the country. He used the shortened 2025-26 ISL season as an example of a system failing to create the conditions needed for player development.
The former East Bengal striker stated that the issue extends beyond the sport's development and also affects its commercial side. He called for transparency and clearer separation between football operations and administrations, saying, “I think we need a clear separation between administration and actual football. We need transparency on who gets elected, and people in the backroom also need to know what their decisions are.”
Singh also feels that Indian football's recurring issues stem from misplaced intentions, leading to short-term decisions. He called for honesty in Indian football, saying, “At the moment, we need honesty, that's the whole gist.”
