Diamond Harbour FC misses deadline, ISL 2026‑27 to run with 13 teams
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below:
- The Indian Super League’s 2026‑27 season will begin on October 10 instead of the originally planned September 4, after Diamond Harbour FC failed to pay the ₹55 lakh participation fee by the AIFF deadline.
- The league will therefore feature 13 clubs, with the schedule adjusted to start after the FIFA international match window that ends on October 6.
- This delay affects the season’s opening fixtures and overall timetable.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 50% center, 50% right.
How each side framed it
ISL 2026 Kick-Off Delayed Beyond October 6 As Diamond Harbour FC Fails To Pay ₹55 Lakh Fee; League To Feature 13 Teams
Diamond Harbour FC Misses AIFF Deadline, ISL 2026-27 Set To Proceed With 13 Teams
Timeline
First reported by Times Now on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Center (1): Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now