FC Goa Players Accept Pay Cut Ahead of Truncated Indian Super League Season

FC Goa players and support staff, including India captain Sandesh Jhingan, have agreed to a pay cut ahead of the truncated Indian Super League (ISL) season starting February 14, citing financial challenges amid turmoil in Indian football. The club described this as a selfless act demonstrating unity. Bengaluru FC's owner also urged players to make sacrifices due to financial burdens. Meanwhile, some clubs face criticism for prior overspending, with players reportedly reluctant about pay cuts, while others have avoided such measures.