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AIFF stares at Rs 25.9 crore deficit

AIFF stares at Rs 25.9 crore deficit

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The problems of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) are aplenty, the latest being a revenue deficit of ₹25.9 crore till June this year. The AIFF may be forced to put a stop to its activities for a quarter until it finds a new commercial partner. “Never in Indian football has the season, and the contract, concluded midseason on Dec 8,” a senior AIFF official was quoted by The Times if India as saying. “We have no other revenue, and this season till June, we have a deficit of two installments (Jan-March and April-June), besides we got paid only till the first week of Dec (with no money for the rest of the month).” The AIFF depended on the Rs 50 crore paid annually from its marketing partners FSDL, a Reliance-subsidiary, in return for commercial rights of all leagues and the national team. The AIFF was left without any financial backing after the 15-year contract ended on December 8 last year. As per the contract, AIFF received four equal installments of Rs 12.5 crore from …

All ISL clubs except East Bengal raise alarm over situation approaching ‘commercial impossibility’, AIFF refers letter to ‘relevant authorities’ | Football News

All ISL clubs except East Bengal raise alarm over situation approaching ‘commercial impossibility’, AIFF refers letter to ‘relevant authorities’ | Football News

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All Indian Super League (ISL) clubs apart from East Bengal on Thursday wrote to the All India Football Federation (AIFF) urging it to resolve the crisis in the domestic game since the current situation is reaching a point where basic operations will become a “commercial impossibility”.  The federation responded by sayin in a statement that the letter has been forwarded to “relevant authorities”. The communication comes three days before Marketing Rights Agreement (MRA) between the AIFF and its commercial partner Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) for the organisation of the stricken Indian Super League (ISL) ends. A failure to renew the MRA has led to the current season of the ISL and even the second-tier I League to be put on hold, plunging Indian football into chaos. “While majority of the clubs have continued to honour salaries and contractual dues to players and staff in good faith, the current position is not merely challenging it is approaching commercial impossibility and risks rendering ongoing operations untenable,” the clubs said in a letter to AIFF president Kalyan …

Mohun Bagan suspends first team operations as ISL limbo continues, East Bengal urges BCCI to step in | Football News

Mohun Bagan suspends first team operations as ISL limbo continues, East Bengal urges BCCI to step in | Football News

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant have said that they have suspended first team operations in the wake of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) stating that it has received no bids for the tender it floated inviting new commercial partners for running the Indian Super League (ISL). Reigning ISL champions Bagan’s campaign in the ongoing Super Cup came to an end in the group stage on October 31 with a goalless draw against heated cross-town rivals East Bengal. A source within the club told The Indian Express that the players had been informed of operations being potentially stopped by the club if there is no clarity on the ISL. “We were optimistic of a December 15 start for the ISL and the players were initially scheduled to assemble on Monday for the camp,” the official told this paper. However, with no bids now coming for the league, it is unlikely to start this year at all. No stoppage of operations for East Bengal Meanwhile, East Bengal senior executive committee member Debabrata (Nitu) Sarkar is quoted as …

ISL tender ends without a single bid, major setback for AIFF’s commercial plans

ISL tender ends without a single bid, major setback for AIFF’s commercial plans

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The All India Football Federation (AIFF) faced a significant setback on Friday as the Indian Super League (ISL) tender process concluded without receiving a single bid. The Request for Proposal, launched on October 16, 2025, aimed to identify a new commercial partner for the league’s broadcasting, sponsorship, digital, and merchandising rights. In an official statement, the AIFF confirmed that “no bids were received within the stipulated timeframe” despite the deadline for submissions ending on November 7. The federation added that its Bid Evaluation Committee will meet over the weekend to “review the situation and deliberate on the future course of action.” The tender process had attracted initial interest from four entities. However, despite multiple clarifications, extensions, and revisions, including the release of Corrigendum 4 to address 234 queries, none of the participants submitted a final proposal. FSDL, which previously held the ISL’s commercial rights under the Master Rights Agreement (MRA), also refrained from submitting a bid. The failed tender leaves the AIFF with an urgent need to reassess its commercial strategy for the ISL, which …

Mohammedan faces ISL axe as FSDL issues ultimatum over financial irregularities

Mohammedan faces ISL axe as FSDL issues ultimatum over financial irregularities

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Mohammedan Sporting’s place in the Indian Super League (ISL) hangs in the balance after Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) issued a stern warning to the club over financial non-compliance and unresolved investor disputes. The historic Kolkata-based club, which made its ISL debut last season but finished bottom of the table, has been asked to provide a detailed plan to secure a replacement investor and submit a full statement of outstanding dues by April 11. Failure to meet these requirements could lead to the termination of their participation in the league. In a letter dated April 4, FSDL raised concerns after two major investors – Gurugram-based Bunker Hill Sports and Kolkata’s Shrachi Group – considered pulling out due to unresolved shareholding issues. Both entities claim that despite investing significant sums into the club, they have not received the agreed-upon stakes. “After three years of investment, Deepak Singh of Bunker Hill still holds no official share. It’s the same story for us after 18 months,” Rahul Todi, chairman of the Shrachi Group, said. “We have no locus …

FSDL, EA SPORTSTM and JioGames collaborate to bring local affinity in eISL

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Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) today announced the launch of the third edition of eISL, its esports venture in collaboration with EA SPORTS FCTM and strategic partners JioGames. The eISL champion will get the opportunity to represent the league at the prestigious EA SPORTS FC Pro World Championship Play-Ins. eISL Season 3 promises to redefine the gaming landscape by blending the passion for football with the excitement of esports. All the information for the upcoming season -eISL to host EA SPORTS FCTM competitions for football fans formatted in 3 stages – Qualifiers, League & Playoffs; Qualifiers to be held in Reliance Digital venues followed by the League. -Third season to kick off on February 17 to be held offline across 10 cities. -eISL champion will represent the league at the EA SPORTS FC Pro World Championship Playoffs. -Unlike previous editions, players will have the opportunity to represent home eISL clubs. -Registration on JioGames app – Esports section. -Live action on JioCinema, Jio TV and Jio Games. -Given the success and fan followership in its previous …