Indian Super League 2026-27 Season Kicks Off with Weekend-Focused Schedule
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season will begin on October 10 with Bengaluru FC hosting Sporting Club Delhi at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, followed by FC Goa facing Chennaiyin FC. The 13-team league will feature 78 Phase 1 matches, with 68% scheduled on weekends based on fan feedback. New fixtures include the first ISL Goa Derby between Churchill Brothers and FC Goa and the league's debut in Manipur with NorthEast United hosting Sporting Club Delhi. Defending champions East Bengal FC will start their campaign on October 18, missing the opening week due to AFC commitments. The league will pause for the FIFA international window from November 7 to 20.
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