Elite Training at Olympique Lyonnais
World-class football development with one of France's finest academies
Where Two Nations
Meet on the Field
The Indo-French Sports Association (IFSA) was founded with a bold vision: to harness the power of sport as a bridge between India and France. Based in the greater Paris area, IFSA creates pathways for athletes, coaches, and communities to connect across borders.
From elite football training at Olympique Lyonnais to organizing the Indo-French Football Tournament and pioneering sports diplomacy programs aligned with UNESCO values, IFSA is redefining what international sports cooperation looks like.
3rd Indo-French Football Tournament
India · 26 Oct – 1 Nov 2026
Upcoming Events
3rd Indo-French Football Tournament
LNB Pro Transition Basketball Program
4th Indo-French Football Tournament — France
Our Programs
IFFT + OLFootball
Indo-French Football Tournament across 3 editions. Elite OL Academy training. 9 Ligue 1/2 clubs invited for IFFT III.
LNB PartnershipBasketball
LNB Pro Transition program integrating Indian talent into Betclic ELITE and PRO B leagues.
ParalympicPara Sport
Supporting Indian para-athletes with the Paralympic Committee of India — from the pre-Paris 2024 base to the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi.
TrainingAthletics
Track and field programs leveraging French infrastructure for Indian athletes.
Women in Sport
Empowering Women
Through Sport
Advancing gender equity is at the heart of IFSA’s mission. From a dedicated girls’ category at the Indo-French Football Tournament to pathways for women in coaching and leadership, we open doors for women and girls to play, lead, and excel.
Aligned with UNESCO’s Fit for Life values, our programmes build a level playing field across the India–France corridor — and celebrate the role models who inspire the next generation.
Wellbeing · Mind & Body
Train the Mind, Not Just the Body
Meditation, breathing and yoga are part of how IFSA prepares young athletes — helping them focus, recover and perform under pressure. A short film on why wellbeing belongs on the pitch, featuring the squad and yoga teacher Karine Fontbonne.
A Heartfulness × IFSA film
India · France
Two Nations. One Passion.
News & Updates
Tournament3rd Indo-French Football Tournament to be Hosted in India
The third edition of the IFFT makes history as it comes to Indian soil for the first time — a multi-city U-18 tournament uniting French and Indian football.
Para SportIFSA at the World Para Athletics Championships — New Delhi 2025
IFSA joined the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, deepening its partnership with the Paralympic Committee of India and the para-sport movement.
UNESCOIFSA Takes Part in UNESCO's CIGEPS as an Observer
IFSA participated in the Ordinary Session of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for Physical Education and Sport (CIGEPS) in Paris — anchoring its work within the global Fit for Life agenda.
BasketballIFSA Signs Letter of Intent with France's LNB
IFSA has signed a letter of intent with the Ligue Nationale de Basket (LNB) to build an Indo-French basketball pathway.
IFSA · The Film
One Vision. Two Nations.
A cinematic look at the initiatives bridging India and France through sport — from grassroots pitches to elite academies, tournaments, and sport diplomacy.
Our Impact
Discover how IFSA is bridging India and France through elite sport, grassroots development, and strategic partnerships that redefine international sports cooperation.
Pathways to Partnership
Whether you represent a federation, brand, athlete, or institution — there is a place for you in the IFSA ecosystem.
Federations
Partner with us to create bilateral programs and player development pipelines.
Sponsors
Align your brand with Indo-French sports excellence and reach two dynamic markets.
Athletes
Access elite training, international exposure, and career-defining opportunities.
Institutions
Collaborate on sports diplomacy, research, and UNESCO-aligned development goals.
Live From Our Social
Real-time updates from Paris and New Delhi — tournaments, training, and stories from the Indo-French sports world.
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Match days, announcements and live updates from the Indo-French sports world.
Indo-French Sports
EN 🇮🇳🇫🇷 IFSA Presidential Mission to India — 4 weeks, 12 cities, meetings across government, academia and industry. Anchored in the Macron–Modi Joint Statement (2024), IFSA is a permanent bilateral bridge — buildi…
EN 🌍 CIGEPS 2026 As an observer, the Indo-French Sports Association took part in the 2026 Ordinary Session of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee for Physical Education and Sport (CIGEPS), held on 15 June 2026 in Pa…
Global Expansion: UCI X IFSA 🌍 Bridging India’s sporting vision with UCI’s premier global infrastructure. We are proud to announce the international expansion of #SundaysOnCycle, beginning with a strategic launch in …
🇮🇳 Republic Day Message – Indo-French Sports Association 🇫🇷 On this proud 26th January, the Indo-French Sports Association extends warm Republic Day greetings. We celebrate the values of India’s Constitution and t…
As we step into a new year, IFSA celebrates the power of collaboration, cross-cultural exchange, and sportsmanship that unite India and France. Wishing everyone a year filled with purpose, progress, and peace. En cett…
This Christmas, IFSA celebrates the spirit of togetherness and the power of collaboration that connects India and France. May this festive season bring light, peace, and purpose — both on and off the field. 🎄 En ce N…
Institutional Network
Trusted by clubs, federations & institutions
Across two nations, IFSA has built and earned relationships with the organisations shaping the future of Indo-French sport.
Organisations are listed to reflect documented collaborations, engagements, and support. Names remain the property of their respective owners.