ISL Faces Uncertainty Despite Start Date Announcement
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Firstpost•19-01-2026, 22:45
ISL Faces Uncertainty Despite Start Date Announcement
- •Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced February 14 as the start date for the 12th ISL season, but uncertainty persists.
- •The All India Football Federation (AIFF) faces challenges in finalizing the schedule for 91 matches across 14 teams.
- •Many clubs are unsure if their home venues will be ready or available for the entire season, with only three venues currently confirmed.
- •The proposed 'Kolkata Derby' as the season opener was not approved by clubs, highlighting scheduling difficulties.
- •Venues like Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium (Guwahati) and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Kochi) have prior commitments or incomplete work, impacting availability.
Why It Matters: Despite a start date, the ISL season faces significant venue and scheduling challenges, causing widespread uncertainty.
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