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Indian Super League to kick off on February 14 as long-running uncertainty ends

Indian Super League to kick off on February 14 as long-running uncertainty ends

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The Indian Super League will officially begin on February 14, bringing clarity to a season that had been clouded by weeks of uncertainty. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya following a high-level meeting involving ISL club representatives, the All India Football Federation, and officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Addressing the media after the discussions, Mandaviya confirmed that a broad consensus had been reached among stakeholders to proceed with the league. He stated that all clubs had agreed in principle to participate in the upcoming season, signalling a significant step forward after prolonged deliberations over the league’s future. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey confirmed that “There will be single-leg home and away matches in a Swiss model with a total of 91 matches, where 14 teams will participate, and the venue will be decided by the clubs later.” “We will form a governing council board that will have the autonomy of making commercial rights decisions, which will also include the tournament fixtures,” He added. Chaubey also confirmed …

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 …

Indian Super League to kick off on February 14 as long-running uncertainty ends

ISL champions Mohun Bagan SG face transfer ban due to ‘technical snag’

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Indian Super League (ISL) champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant have been temporarily barred from registering new players at the national level due to a technical snag related to the transfer of Australian forward Jason Cummings. Mohun Bagan SG recently completed a historic ISL double, winning both the League Winners’ Shield and the ISL Cup in the 2024–25 season. They defeated Bengaluru FC 2-1 in extra time in the final, becoming only the second club after Mumbai City FC to achieve this rare feat. Sources in the club have confirmed that the issue is not related to any financial wrongdoing but stems from an administrative complication tied to the training compensation fee owed during Cummings’ move two years ago. “This is a minor technical issue involving FIFA’s Clearing House system. The payment was made when the player signed, but due to a glitch, it wasn’t reflected correctly. We’ve already contacted FIFA and expect the matter to be resolved within a week,” a club official told PTI. The problem arose from an apparent delay or incomplete settlement …

A red card for the Indian Super League? Here’s what’s at stake for Indian Football

A red card for the Indian Super League? Here’s what’s at stake for Indian Football

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Every time the Indian Super League (ISL) is mentioned, the question often emerges if it’s truly improving the national team and helping the cause of Indian football at large. Sure, on paper, the progress isn’t as rapid as fans might have hoped for, but let us not forget where we’ve come from. And yes, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) may bear some responsibility for that. While the debate about the league’s impact on the national team’s performance lingers, there is no denying the significant changes it has brought to the financial landscape of football in India. And while endless shortcomings and challenges could well be listed, one thing is clear – the ISL has provided stability, opportunities, and growth for a sector that was once neglected. The future of Indian football is currently caught in a legal battle playing out in the Supreme Court of India, centred around the AIFF constitution. In 2022, following years of delayed elections, governance concerns, and alleged violations of the National Sports Code, the Supreme Court stepped in and …

What happened the last time Mohun Bagan met Bengaluru in the ISL Final?

What happened the last time Mohun Bagan met Bengaluru in the ISL Final?

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The 11th edition of the Indian Super League is coming to a close on the 12th of April, Saturday, as Mohun Bagan Super Giant hosts Bengaluru FC at Salt Lake Stadium. Both sides have won the ISL Cup once in club history; a win for MBSG will see the Mariners claim a rare League double, achieved only by Mumbai City in the past. As for Bengaluru, victory in the final would mean revenge for the heartbreak suffered in 2023. What happened the last time the two sides met in the ISL final? Mohun Bagan’s last ISL title coincidentally marks the last time Bengaluru reached the final as well. In a nervy encounter at the Fatorda in Goa, the two sides were unable to separate themselves in 120 minutes. Mohun Bagan opened the scoring from a penalty, coolly converted by Dimitri Petratos, who is still the No.9 for the men in maroon and green. Indian skipper Sunil Chhetri then pulled his side back into the game from the penalty spot in similar fashion. Story continues below …

Watch MBSG Vs JFC Match Live Streaming Telecast Channels on Star Sports 3, JioHotstar app and Website

Watch MBSG Vs JFC Match Live Streaming Telecast Channels on Star Sports 3, JioHotstar app and Website

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Mohun Bagan Vs Jamshedpur FC, ISL 2024-25 2nd Leg Semifinal Live Streaming Online: The Indian Super League defending champion and current league shield winner Mohun Bagan Super Giant will host Jamshedpur FC in the ISL 2024-25 semi-final second-leg at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium (Salt Lake Stadium) in Kolkata on Monday. The winner of the encounter will set up a title clash with Bengaluru FC in the final. BFC beat FC Goa with an aggregate score of 3-2 to reach the final on Sunday. Although, BFC lost their second leg semis 1-2 to Goa at Fatorda Stadium, their 2-0 win at home during the first leg match led them to the final. The Khalid Jamil-led JFC won the first leg of their semi-final at the JRD Tata Complex in Jamshedpur 2-1. In a thriller played at the Steel City, the home team beat dominant force MBSG led by Javi Hernandez’s winner in the 90+1st minute. Story continues below this ad Here are all the streaming details for MBSG vs JFC ISL 2024-25 semi-final second-leg …

Watch FCG Vs BFC Match Live Streaming Telecast Channels on Star Sports 3, JioHotstar app and Website

Watch FCG Vs BFC Match Live Streaming Telecast Channels on Star Sports 3, JioHotstar app and Website

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FC Goa Vs Bengaluru FC, ISL 2024-25 Semi-Final Live Streaming Online: FC Goa take on Bengaluru FC in the second leg of the semi-final in the ISL. The clash for a spot in the final will take place on Sunday, the 6th of April, 2025 at Fatorda Stadium in Goa. Bengaluru will go into the tie with the confidence that they are sitting on a two-goal advantage, courtesy of a Sandesh Jhingan own goal and an Edgar Mendez strike. A spot in the final against either Mohun Bagan or Jamshedpur awaits as Goa will make use of its home advantage to overcome the deficit. In the second semi-final, Mohun Bagan will host Jamshedpur FC at Salt Lake Stadium on Monday, the 7th of April, 2025. Mohun Bagan are trailing by a single goal, and need a victory in the second leg to progress to the final. Story continues below this ad Here are all the streaming details for FCG vs BFC ISL 2024-25 semi-final second-leg match: When will FCG vs BFC ISL semi-final second-leg match …

“I thrive on pressure, ” Kerala Blasters’ new head coach David Catala

“I thrive on pressure, ” Kerala Blasters’ new head coach David Catala

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Kerala Blasters’ newly appointed head coach, David Catala, made a confident first impression at his introductory press conference on Thursday. The Spanish tactician, known for his modern footballing approach, spoke about his ambitions for the club, the challenges ahead, and the expectations from both players and fans. Club CEO Abhik Chatterjee and Sporting Director Karolis Skynkis were also present at the event. Impact of pressure One of the standout moments of the press conference was Catala’s response to the pressure of coaching a club with one of the biggest fan bases in the Indian Super League (ISL). Addressing the expectations from the passionate Kerala Blasters supporters, he confidently stated, “If I chose to be a head coach or even a professional footballer before that, I also chose to embrace this kind of pressure. I like handling pressure. I know that when the team doesn’t win, fans will be disappointed, and when we do well, they will be happy. The only way to manage this is through effort, hard work, and ambition.” With Kerala Blasters finishing …

Mohun Bagan Super Giant finish league stage unbeaten at home, lift ISL league shield

Mohun Bagan Super Giant finish league stage unbeaten at home, lift ISL league shield

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Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) wrapped up their Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 league stage campaign in style, defeating FC Goa 2-0 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday night. The victory ensured that the Mariners finished the season unbeaten at home, clinching the League Winners’ Shield in front of 61,591 passionate fans. An own goal by Boris Singh in the 62nd minute and a stoppage-time strike by Greg Stewart sealed the three points for Mohun Bagan Super Giant, who ended the league stage with a record-breaking 56 points from 24 games — the highest-ever tally in a single ISL season. On the other hand, despite the loss, FC Goa also enjoyed a historic campaign, finishing second with 48 points and securing a direct semi-final berth. Here are the five major talking points from the match: 5. Mohun Bagan Super Giant Set New ISL Points Record With 56 Points Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) created history by registering the most points in a single ISL season, finishing the league stage with 56 points from …

Dance damages field of play, Blasters protest Kaloor Stadium neglect

Dance damages field of play, Blasters protest Kaloor Stadium neglect

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Kerala Blasters FC have raised serious concerns about the condition of the playing surface at the Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium in Kaloor, following damages caused by a recent third-party event. Known for hosting some of the best football matches in India, the stadium’s pitch is now in dire straits just days before the Blasters’ Indian Super League (ISL) clash against Odisha FC. The issue stems from a large-scale Bharatnatyam performance held on December 29, an event aimed at setting a Guinness World Record with over 11,000 dancers participating. While the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA), which owns the stadium, insists that proper approvals were in place, the Blasters have alleged a breach of agreement. The club reportedly issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC), but it included a specific clause to protect the field of play (FoP)—a clause that was blatantly ignored. The Blasters argue that this negligence has left the pitch unfit for professional football. The club, meanwhile, has been forced to mobilize its pitch team, working around the clock to restore the field to …