Archive · 24 Jul 2025
AIFF President Assures ISL Season, Head Coach to be Named Soon
The head of Indian football, Kalyan Chaubey, said the Indian Super League (ISL) will definitely happen this year.
He didn't say exactly when it would start because there are some time issues and a court case.
The AIFF is waiting for a court decision about its agreement with the ISL organizers.
Also, a new coach for the men's national football team will be announced soon, with three candidates being considered.
AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey assured the Indian Super League (ISL) will happen this season.
Chaubey stated the ISL's start date is uncertain due to time constraints and the need to consult with stakeholders.
The AIFF is awaiting a Supreme Court judgment regarding the Master Rights Agreement with FSDL.
A new head coach for the Indian men's senior football team will be appointed within ten days.
The technical committee shortlisted three candidates: Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic, and Khalid Jamil.
- Who
- Kalyan Chaubey, AIFF President.
- What
- AIFF assures ISL will be held and announces head coach appointment.
- When
- Announcement made on Thursday, with head coach to be announced within 10 days.
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To reassure stakeholders and announce progress on key decisions.
Concerned Stakeholders
AIFF Leadership
ISL Start Date
Concerned Stakeholders
Uncertainty regarding the start date of the ISL due to legal issues.
AIFF Leadership
Certainty that ISL will take place this season with stakeholders to be consulted.
- Event
- Indian Super League (ISL)
- AIFF President
- Kalyan Chaubey
- Head Coach Announcement
- Within 10 days
- ISL Organiser
- FSDL
- MRA Expiry
- December 8, 2025
- Shortlisted Head Coach Candidates
- Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic, Khalid Jamil