AIFF asks clubs to confirm participation
January 01, 2026
|The New Indian Express Chennai
THE All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday requested all Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to confirm their participation for the delayed season by January 1, 2026.
The letter, signed by AIFF Deputy General Secretary M Satyanarayan, explains that with clubs' confirmation, the AIFF can formally communicate with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on a onetime relaxation in the minimum requirement of 24 league matches, including the actual number of matches to be played in the 2025/26 season. To play in Asian club competitions, the AFC mandates clubs to play at least 24 matches, including both the league and the knockout matches. With a prolonged delay, playing 24 matches by May 31 next year, may look unlikely."Considering the urgency of the matter, it would be highly appreciated if the above confirmation is received by January 1," said the letter. Sources privy to the development have s
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