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Indian Super League organizational restructuring

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2026-10-09 03:17 UTC → 2026-10-09 23:53 UTC · added removed

The Indian Super League (ISL) is transitioning to a has officially entered its 2026-27 season, marking the implementation of its new club-led commercial model beginning with the 2026-27 season. 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 league clubs have agreed has returned to transfer commercial rights a traditional home-and-away format including playoffs. The campaign is scheduled to the clubs, though consist of 163 matches over an eight-month period. However, Diamond Harbour FC was excluded from the federation will retain competition due to a failure to meet administrative and regulatory oversight. To lead this new organizational direction, the ISL appointed Karan Yadav as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Yadav, who has extensive experience in sports 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 strategy, is tasked activity, Mumbai City FC has extended its partnership with overseeing the league’s strategic Matix as an Associate Partner, and organizational growth while strengthening ties Chennaiyin FC has renewed its association with broadcasters, sponsors, and clubs. The upcoming season is also expected to feature a return to SSVM Institutions for a full home-and-away format and the reinstatement seventh consecutive year. Players, such as Lalrinliana Hnamte of playoffs. Players Sporting Club Delhi, have expressed optimism indicated that the new model could drive increased commercial control will encourage greater club investment and drive interest among fans. throughout the league.

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