# Indian Super League organizational restructuring > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-super-league-organizational-restructuring > Updated: 2026-10-08T07:00:00.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. The Indian Super League (ISL) has officially entered its 2026-27 season, marking the implementation of its new club-led commercial model. Under this structure, clubs have assumed greater responsibility for commercial and financial growth, while the All India Football Federation (AIFF) maintains regulatory oversight. The current season features 13 teams and has returned to a traditional home-and-away format including playoffs. The campaign is scheduled to consist of 163 matches over an eight-month period. However, Diamond Harbour FC was excluded from the competition due to a failure to meet administrative fee requirements. Club-level developments include Punjab FC unveiling a 27-member squad composed of ten academy graduates and five foreign players. In terms of commercial activity, Mumbai City FC has extended its partnership with Matix as an Associate Partner, and Chennaiyin FC has renewed its association with SSVM Institutions for a seventh consecutive year. Players, such as Lalrinliana Hnamte of Sporting Club Delhi, have indicated that the new model could drive increased investment and interest throughout the league. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-08: Indian Super League transitions to club-led commercial model The Indian Super League begins its 2026-27 season under a new club-led commercial model, featuring a return to home-and-away formats and significant squad updates from participating clubs. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-super-league-to-adopt-new-club-led-commercial-model ### 2026-09-21: Karan Yadav appointed CEO of Indian Super League Karan Yadav has been appointed CEO of the Indian Super League, leading the league's new club-led model and overseeing its strategic and commercial growth. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/karan-yadav-appointed-ceo-of-indian-super-league --- Cite as: Indian Super League organizational restructuring. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-super-league-organizational-restructuring