The upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL) is scheduled to begin on February 14, as announced by Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. The league faced uncertainty due to a breakdown in talks between Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) and AIFF regarding the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) renewal.
Dr. Mandaviya stated that following discussions with government officials, AIFF, and representatives from all 14 clubs, the decision to restart the league was made. All 14 clubs have agreed to participate in the ISL this year, with further details on the tournament format, broadcasting platforms, and match venues to be revealed soon.
Indian footballers, including Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Sandesh Jhingan, and Sunil Chhetri, had previously called on FIFA to intervene and address the challenges facing the franchise-based tournament. The players emphasized the need for clarity, protection, and a secure future for everyone involved in the sport.
