ISL Clubs Urge AIFF To Inform Supreme Court on Indian Super League Uncertainty; Federation Calls for Meeting
The meeting, chaired by AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, brought together key stakeholders, including club CEOs of 13 clubs, representatives from FSDL, and AIFF representatives, Vice President NA Haris, Treasurer Kipa Ajay, Chairperson, Finance Committee, Menla Ethenpa, and Chairperson, League Committee, Lalnghinglova Hmar, to address the clubs.
Mumbai, August 14: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Friday said it had received a joint letter from 11 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs urging that the Supreme Court be apprised of the ongoing uncertainty over the league's future. In an official statement, the AIFF said that it had responded to the clubs on August 13, requesting a meeting between the legal counsels of both sides to discuss the issue and decide the next course of action. AIFF To Give ‘Everything’ in Support of Clubs Amidst Indian Super League Unrest.
The development comes amid growing concerns from stakeholders about the stability of India's top-tier football league. Earlier on Thursday, the AIFF convened a meeting with ISL clubs in New Delhi, according to its website.
AIFF President's Statement
The meeting, chaired by AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, brought together key stakeholders, including club CEOs of 13 clubs, representatives from FSDL, and AIFF representatives, Vice President NA Haris, Treasurer Kipa Ajay, Chairperson, Finance Committee, Menla Ethenpa, and Chairperson, League Committee, Lalnghinglova Hmar, to address the clubs.
AIFF reassured the clubs that the top-tier league will be held in the country, as has been the norm over the years. The federation suggested that the Super Cup be held before the start of the league, which will allow all clubs to end the 2025-26 season by May 31, preserving India's AFC competition eligibility. ISL in Jeopardy? AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey Clears Air As Tournament's Future Continues to be Uncertain.
"Football is a matter of national interest. Individuals may change, but the game must go on. Given the pre-season requirements and the tight calendar, the Super Cup is expected to take place before the ISL to provide clubs with six to eight weeks of pre-season," AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey said.
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