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Meet these 5 Indian Creators Powering Football Content Online

These Indian creators are making football content and building communities across analysis, culture, skills and education

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India’s football conversation is no longer limited to match days or television panels. A growing group of independent creators now explain tactics, track leagues, document fan culture and educate young players through digital platforms. From meme-led storytelling to coaching-backed analysis, these creators play different roles in how football is discussed and understood online. Meet these five Indian creators producing content across football news, education, culture and skills.

1. Pranay Singh — Founder, Tackle From Behind

Pranay Singh is the creator behind Tackle From Behind, one of India’s largest football-focused digital communities. He launched the platform during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 along with his brother. Currently around 29 years old, he is deeply invested in both Indian football and major European leagues.

What he does:
His content blends football history, tactics, memes and explainers designed for everyday fans. Popular formats include Behind The Crest, which breaks down the stories behind football club logos, and transfer explainers that simplify complex moves.

Work & roles:
Pranay works as a digital reporter with Indian Super League club Punjab FC, giving him first-hand industry exposure. He is active across platforms with approximately 64.6K followers on Instagram, 11.6K on X and 24.4K subscribers on YouTube.

Highlights:
He has successfully converted football fandom into merchandise such as calendars and magnets, while building a highly engaged online community focused on Indian football culture.

2. Dhanraj Dhurve — Football Creator & Coach-Educator

Dhanraj Dhurve is an emerging Indian football YouTuber known for covering football news, match analysis and tactical discussions across Indian and global leagues.

What he does:
His content focuses on straightforward breakdowns of matches, league structures and systemic issues within Indian football. He is widely viewed as a credible voice due to his direct and practical commentary style.

Work & roles:
Dhanraj is a semi-professional footballer and a licensed coach, which informs his analysis. He is active on YouTube with over 100K subscribers and also maintains a presence on Facebook and Instagram.

3. Eesh Khera — Football Creator & Advocate

Eesh Khera is a football content creator with a growing digital presence, including over 49K followers on Instagram.

What he does:
His content supports football culture through storytelling, live streams and regular fan interaction. He covers both European football and Indian football, allowing him to reach a broad audience.

Work & roles:
Eesh is active on YouTube through live streams, short-form reactions and discussion videos. He also shares educational reels, including guides such as how to pursue a professional football career in India.

Highlights:
He focuses heavily on community-building, maintaining consistent engagement and encouraging discussion around Indian football development.

4. Muktesh Sharma — Football Content Creator

Muktesh Sharma, popularly known as Markaroni or “Marka”, is a football creator active on Instagram and YouTube with a combined following of over 20K.

What he does:
His content blends football insights with humour and personality-led commentary. He frequently uses polls, reactions and casual discussions to involve fans.

Work & roles:
Markaroni participates in creator-led conversations, interviews and community discussions across platforms. His work mixes fandom, light analysis and grassroots football perspectives.

Highlights:
He has been featured in creator-community videos discussing the growth of football creators in India and is known for relatable, engagement-driven content

5. Mohnish Nikam— Freestyle Footballer & Coach

Mohnish Nikam, known online as mohnishfreestyle, is an Indian freestyle footballer, Guinness World Record holder and AIFF-licensed coach.

What he does:
He combines freestyle performance with structured coaching content, sharing drills, skill tutorials and motivational videos.

Work & roles:
Mohnish is the founder of Goalazo Football Academy, established in Mumbai in 2019. The academy focuses on football skill development and training. He actively shares freestyle and coaching content on Instagram.

Highlights:
He holds a Guinness World Record in football freestyle, achieved on April 7, 2017 and brings formal coaching credibility through his AIFF license, setting him apart from commentary-focused creators.

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