A bench of Justices PS Narasimha and Joymalya Bagchi also directed the AIFF to issue tenders inviting bids for "open, competitive and transparent process for selection of its commercial partner to conduct the Indian Super League (ISL).
A two-judge SC bench allowed the AIFF and FSDL to start talks on the MRA, which is set to expire on December 8, 2025, and work towards an arrangement that would allow the ISL’s 2025–26 season to commence.
The deadlock has already forced some clubs to halt their footballing operations, leading to the suspension of first-team activities across the league.
With the matter being heard by the country's top court, the AIFF has delayed the signing of the MRA, citing observations by the SC, which eventually led FSDL to put the ISL's Season 2025-26 on hold.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has assured full support to Indian Super League (ISL) clubs, following reports that all 13 teams were considering taking the matter of the league’s current suspension to the Supreme Court.
Amid the growing uncertainty over the future of the Indian Super League (ISL), All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey has assured that the country’s top-tier football league will be held this year.
Two-time Indian Super League (ISL) champions Chennaiyin FC have announced a temporary suspension of club operations, citing the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of the league.
Indian Super League (ISL) club Jamshedpur FC beat Nepal’s Tribhuvan Army FC by a 3-2 scoreline at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur in the Group C opener on Thursday.
FC Goa have confirmed that former India head coach Manolo Marquez will continue to lead the Gaurs in the 2025/26 season through a social media post.
Australian striker Jordan Murray has officially parted ways with Jamshedpur FC, according to the Indian Super League (ISL) website.
