Don't write us off: East Bengal tell FIFA, AFC
This season the merger of ISL and I-League failed as the Kolkata's heritage clubs said they were unable to pay the hefty franchise fee of Rs 15 crore.
Sep 14, 2017, 21:49 PM IST
After U-17 World Cup, Indian colts to play I-League home games in Delhi
In the hope of qualifying for the 2018 Russia World Cup, the Indian federation formed Pailan Arrows in 2010 as AIFF XI, but it was disbanded after competing in three I-League seasons. Promises galore, but none fulfilled.
Sep 08, 2017, 18:38 PM IST
I-League: AIFF rejects bids of three clubs, asks to apply again
According to sources close to the development, Crown Sports from Rajasthan, Kerala`s Gokulam FC and Bengaluru`s Ozone FC had interviews with the bid evaluation committee members where they were told to make fresh bids as they could not meet "100 per cent" criteria, a source said.
Aug 18, 2017, 23:57 PM IST
AIFF to evaluate bids of four new clubs for I-League on August 18
The I-League has never seen participation from Rajasthan and Gujarat in its 10 years' history.
Aug 09, 2017, 20:03 PM IST
AFC approves Indian Super League, terms it 'temporary solution'
AIFF's recommendation to the AFC was that the ISL will replace the Federation Cup, whose winner is currently allocated an AFC Cup preliminary stage place.
Jul 26, 2017, 00:05 AM IST
I will miss rivalry with Mohun Bagan in ISL: Sunil Chhetri
Mohun Bagan and East Bengal remained adamant on their demands to play in the ISL as the talks did not fall through whereas Tata and Bengaluru were unveiled as new franchises.
Jul 15, 2017, 20:25 PM IST
I-League warns Mohun Bagan to complete renovation work by October
Mohun Bagan had expressed their wish to play their I-League home games at their club ground for the upcoming season which starts on November. The I-League and the Indian Super League (ISL) will be held simultaneously this year.
Jul 13, 2017, 00:32 AM IST
I-League committee refers foreigners' quota issue to AIFF
Earlier, it was proposed that like the Indian Super League (ISL) there would be eight foreigners in a squad with two Asian quota players and five in a playing XI with one Asian player.
Jul 05, 2017, 22:58 PM IST
CK Vineeth bids emotional farewell to Bengaluru FC after three successful years
Vineeth, who scored 21 goals from 85 games, during his four-year stint with BFC, was instrumental in helping the side win both their league titles.
Jul 04, 2017, 20:55 PM IST
Indian Super League gets recognition from AFC, two national leagues now
The winner of the I-league will participate in the AFC Champions League qualifiers, while the next ISL champion will be eligible for an AFC Cup qualifying slot.
Jun 28, 2017, 20:56 PM IST
AIFF chief Praful Patel`s proposed new competition for top teams hits roadblock
India would be taking part in the SAFF Championship next year from May 1-12 and before that national team coach Stephen Constantine is likely to hold a preparation camp.
Jun 14, 2017, 23:42 PM IST
Looking forward to new rivalries in Indian Super League: Bengaluru FC CEO Parth Jindal
The JSW group-owned Bengaluru FC, along with Tata Steel Limited, joined the ISL bandwagon after winning the bids for the two new teams.
Jun 14, 2017, 18:17 PM IST
Indian Super League expanded to 10 teams; Bengaluru FC to leave I-League for ISL
The ISL announced that Tata Steel Limited & JSW Group won the bids for the two new teams. The teams will be based in Jamshedpur and Bengaluru.
Jun 12, 2017, 21:47 PM IST
East Bengal, Mohun Bagan meet AIFF but impasse continues over ISL
Earlier, the AFC had intervened in the matter with a meeting at its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur but there too the logjam had continued and a fresh meeting was called in the national capital.
Jun 10, 2017, 22:07 PM IST
AIFF set to grant AFC Cup slot to ISL winners: Sources
Granting the AFC Cup play-off berth to ISL winners would mean that ISL would no longer be a private tournament but a recognised league under the aegis of the AIFF, AFC and FIFA.
Jun 09, 2017, 22:21 PM IST
India skipper Sunil Chhetri demands more teams in I-League and ISL
Chhetri said rankings don't count much but the higher ranking the Indian team has achieved is beneficial as players now don't focus so much on the opponent's ranking but more on strategy.
Jun 08, 2017, 23:53 PM IST
Traditional powerhouses Mohun Bagan, East Bengal declare unofficial war against Indian Super League
The Big two clubs refused to budge from their three-point demand and did not submit the bid document for their induction into the ISL.
May 27, 2017, 21:27 PM IST
I-League, ISL merger: Bengaluru FC submit bid as ITB submission deadline ends; Mohun Bagan and East Bengal wait AIFF's response
ISL was established in India in 2014 under the sanction of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
May 26, 2017, 00:43 AM IST
Mohun Bagan not to submit Indian Super League bid document if demands are not met: Reports
The last year's I-League champions collected the Invitation To Bid document on the last day and tomorrow is the deadline to submit it.
May 24, 2017, 20:51 PM IST
Sports Minister Vijay Goel steps in to rescue sacked footballer CK Vineeth
Vineet joined the Accountant General's office in 2012 through sports quota.
May 19, 2017, 20:44 PM IST
