Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Odisha FC Joins ISL 2026
Odisha Football Club (OFC) has officially announced that they will be part of the Indian Super League (ISL) in the 2026 season.
This decision was made to support the Government of India's goal of keeping Indian football active and growing.
The league will start on February 14, 2026, and all 14 clubs have agreed to participate.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has created new rules and committees to manage the ISL and I-League, following the best practices from top football leagues around the world.
The AIFF and the clubs are working together to make Indian football better and more professional.
Odisha Football Club (OFC) confirms participation in the ISL 2026 season.
The decision aligns with the Government of India's objectives for Indian football.
All 14 clubs, including OFC, have agreed to play in the ISL this season.
The ISL 2026 season is set to start on February 14, 2026.
OFC has been a committed stakeholder in the development of men's and women's football in India.
- Who
- Odisha Football Club (OFC) and 13 other clubs, All India Football Federation (AIFF)
- What
- Confirmation of participation in the ISL 2026 season and establishment of new governance structure
- When
- February 14, 2026 (season start), Tuesday (announcement)
- Where
- India
- Why
- To ensure continuity, stability, and long-term growth in Indian football, and to implement global best practices
AIFF
ISL Clubs
Governance Structure
AIFF
The AIFF has established a governing council and management committee to oversee the ISL and I-League, with commercial partners having significant representation.
ISL Clubs
The ISL clubs have agreed to participate in the 2026 season and will be part of the new governance structure.
- Club
- Odisha Football Club (OFC)
- League
- Indian Super League (ISL)
- Season
- 2026
- Start Date
- February 14, 2026
- Number of Clubs
- 14
- Announcement Date
- Tuesday (unspecified date)
- Announcement Platform
- Governing Body
- All India Football Federation (AIFF)
- Governance Structure
- Governing Council and Management Committee
- Commercial Partner Representation
- Three seats in each committee
