Archive · 2 Jan 2026
ISL Clubs Issue Notice to AIFF
Some football clubs in India, called ISL clubs, have sent a letter to the organization that runs football in India, called the AIFF.
They said they might be ready to play in the 2025-26 season, but only if certain things are confirmed.
These things include being open and honest, spending money wisely, being fair, and making sure the league can last a long time.
They also mentioned a new law called the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, and talks they had with a special group in the AIFF.
ISL clubs have put the AIFF on notice regarding their participation in the 2025-26 season.
The clubs' participation is subject to confirmations of transparency, financial prudence, proportionality, and long-term sustainability.
The notice references the National Sports Governance Act, 2025 (NSGA).
Discussions with the AIFF coordination committee are mentioned in the letter.
The clubs aim to participate in a manner consistent with the principles outlined in the NSGA.
- Who
- Indian Super League (ISL) clubs and the All India Football Federation (AIFF)
- What
- ISL clubs have put the AIFF on notice regarding their participation in the 2025-26 season
- When
- The notice is related to the 2025-26 season, with the letter mentioning confirmations and discussions
- Where
- India, involving ISL clubs and the AIFF
- Why
- To ensure participation in the 2025-26 season under principles of transparency, financial prudence, proportionality, and long-term sustainability as per the NSGA and discussions with the AIFF coordination committee
- Organizations Involved
- Indian Super League (ISL) clubs, All India Football Federation (AIFF)
- Season in Question
- 2025-26
- Key Principles
- Transparency, financial prudence, proportionality, long-term sustainability
- Legislation Mentioned
- National Sports Governance Act, 2025 (NSGA)
- Committee Involved
- AIFF coordination committee
