ISL Restarted, But AIFF Grapples With Unanswered Questions Despite Ministry Push
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Firstpost•07-01-2026, 17:08
ISL Restarted, But AIFF Grapples With Unanswered Questions Despite Ministry Push
- •ISL 2025-26 season restart announced after prolonged delay, thanks to Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports intervention.
- •Ministry's stern stance compelled reluctant clubs to agree to play, with only Northeast United FC and Inter Kashi FC initially willing.
- •AIFF struggled for six months to resolve the ISL issue, requiring government intervention, which FIFA might view as third-party interference.
- •Unanswered questions remain regarding commercial partners, long-term agreements, and AIFF's financial stability.
- •Government perturbed by players shaming Indian football on social media, citing 2036 Olympics image concerns.
Why It Matters: Despite ISL's restart, AIFF faces significant challenges and unresolved issues, highlighting systemic weaknesses.
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