ISL 2026 – 2027 Schedule, Time Table, Teams, and Fixtures are here. The Indian Super League board has confirmed the framework of the Indian Super League 2026 – 2027 season, and the full schedule or fixture of the Indian Super League 2026 – 2027 is expected shortly. You can check all the latest and tentative details on this page.
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season is set to reignite football fever across the nation! The 13th edition of the ISL and the 31st season of top-tier Indian football returns to a full-length, seven-month campaign with 13 teams, and marks the first season played under the new club-led model of Indian football.
In the upcoming ISL 2026-27 season, 13 clubs will participate. The league returns to a complete home-and-away (double round-robin) format, which was missing in the truncated previous season.
Defending champions East Bengal FC — who ended a 22-year league-title drought by lifting their maiden ISL crown in 2025-26 — aim to defend their title in what promises to be a thrilling campaign.
Below, find the latest updates on the ISL 2026-27 Schedule, Teams, Venues, Foreign Players, Coaches, Captains, and Broadcast Details.
Note: The ISL 2026-27 schedule and fixtures listed below are tentative and provided for reference only. The official AIFF/ISL fixture list is yet to be released. This page will be updated with confirmed dates, timings, and venues as soon as they are announced.
Key Highlights: ISL 2026-27
- Season: Indian Super League 2026-27 (Season 13).
- Defending Champions: East Bengal FC (first-ever ISL League title in 2025-26).
- Number of Teams: 13.
- Format: Full home-and-away double round-robin (returns after a truncated 2025-26).
- Tentative Start Date: October 10, 2026 (to be confirmed by AIFF/ISL).
- Tentative End Date: April – May 2027.
- Key Change: Jamshedpur FC withdrew; Churchill Brothers acquired their sporting licence.
- Diamond Harbour FC: IFL 2025-26 champions, but did not enter ISL 2026-27 after missing the participation-fee deadline — so the league proceeds with 13 teams.
- Model: First season under the new four-year club-led commercial structure.
Indian Super League 2026/27 Schedule: Today’s Match Details
The ISL 2026-27 season has not kicked off yet. Once the season begins, today’s match details will appear here.
Date – To be announced
Time – To be announced
Match – To be announced
Venue – To be announced
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Here is the complete tentative Schedule of the Indian Super League 2026-2027. You can also download the ISL 2026 – 2027 Schedule & Timetable or Fixture PDF once the official list is published.
Indian Super League 2026-27 Schedule: Complete Timetable & Venue Details (Tentative)
The official ISL 2026-27 fixture list has not been announced yet. The tentative timetable below is a provisional guide based on the expected October 10, 2026 kick-off and the 13-team home-and-away format. All dates, timings, fixtures, and venues are subject to official confirmation.
| Date (Tentative) | Time (IST) | Fixture | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 (Sat) | 7:30 PM | East Bengal FC vs Mohun Bagan Super Giants | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata |
| 11 Oct 2026 (Sun) | 7:30 PM | Mumbai City FC vs Bengaluru FC | Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai |
| 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) | 7:30 PM | Kerala Blasters FC vs FC Goa | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi |
| 17 Oct 2026 (Sat) | 7:30 PM | Odisha FC vs NorthEast United FC | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar |
| 18 Oct 2026 (Sun) | 7:30 PM | Hyderabad FC vs Chennaiyin FC | G.M.C. Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad |
| 19 Oct 2026 (Mon) | 7:30 PM | Punjab FC vs Inter Kashi | To be confirmed |
| 24 Oct 2026 (Sat) | 7:30 PM | Churchill Brothers vs Kerala Blasters FC | Fatorda Stadium, Margao |
| TBA | TBA | Remaining Round-Robin Fixtures | To be confirmed |
The full ISL 2026-27 timetable, matchweek-by-matchweek fixtures, and the official downloadable PDF will be updated here after the AIFF/ISL announcement.
Indian Super League 2026–27 Teams
Thirteen clubs will compete in ISL 2026-27, including three Kolkata-based teams (Mohun Bagan SG, East Bengal, plus a strong Kolkata rivalry) and two Goa-based sides (FC Goa, Churchill Brothers). Churchill Brothers enter the top flight after acquiring Jamshedpur FC’s sporting licence, while Inter Kashi continue their top-tier journey.
- Bengaluru FC
- Chennaiyin FC
- Churchill Brothers (acquired Jamshedpur FC’s ISL licence)
- East Bengal FC (Defending Champions)
- FC Goa
- Hyderabad FC
- Inter Kashi
- Kerala Blasters FC
- Mohun Bagan Super Giants
- Mumbai City FC
- NorthEast United FC
- Odisha FC
- Punjab FC
Teams no longer in ISL 2026-27: Mohammedan SC (relegated after 2025-26) and Jamshedpur FC (withdrew; licence taken over by Churchill Brothers). Diamond Harbour FC won the IFL 2025-26 but did not enter ISL 2026-27 after the participation-fee deadline lapsed.
Stadiums and Locations (Tentative)
Home venues for ISL 2026-27 are listed below. Some venues — particularly for Churchill Brothers and Inter Kashi — are subject to confirmation ahead of the season.
| Club | State/Region | City | Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru FC | Karnataka | Bengaluru | Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru | 25,810 |
| Chennaiyin FC | Tamil Nadu | Chennai | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai | 40,000 |
| Churchill Brothers | Goa | Margao | Fatorda Stadium | 19,000 |
| East Bengal FC | West Bengal | Kolkata | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata | 85,000 |
| FC Goa | Goa | Margao | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa | 18,600 |
| Hyderabad FC | Telangana | Hyderabad | G.M.C. Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad | 30,000 |
| Inter Kashi | Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi | To be confirmed | TBA |
| Kerala Blasters FC | Kerala | Kochi | Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi | 39,000 |
| Mohun Bagan Super Giants | West Bengal | Kolkata | Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata | 85,000 |
| Mumbai City FC | Maharashtra | Mumbai | Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai | 7,790 |
| NorthEast United FC | Northeast India | Guwahati | Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati | 23,627 |
| Odisha FC | Odisha | Bhubaneswar | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | 15,000 |
| Punjab FC | Punjab | Mohali/Delhi | To be confirmed | TBA |
Home venue allocations are tentative and will be updated once the ISL 2026-27 season and club-led home arrangements are confirmed.
Match Venues of ISL 2026 – 2027 (Tentative)
The list of finalized venues for the upcoming season of ISL 2026-2027 will be confirmed with the official fixture release. Expected venues include:
- Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata
- Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa
- G.M.C. Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Hyderabad
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi
- Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai
- Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati
- Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
- Fatorda Stadium, Margao
- Additional venues (Inter Kashi & Punjab FC home grounds) – to be confirmed
ISL 2026-2027 Head Coaches and Captains (Tentative)
With a new season and the switch to the club-led model, several clubs may confirm new head coaches and captains during pre-season. The list below is tentative and subject to official confirmation by the clubs.
| Team | Head Coach | Captain |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru FC | TBA | TBA |
| Chennaiyin FC | TBA | TBA |
| Churchill Brothers | TBA | TBA |
| East Bengal FC | TBA | TBA |
| FC Goa | TBA | TBA |
| Hyderabad FC | TBA | TBA |
| Inter Kashi | TBA | TBA |
| Kerala Blasters FC | TBA | TBA |
| Mohun Bagan Super Giants | TBA | TBA |
| Mumbai City FC | TBA | TBA |
| NorthEast United FC | TBA | TBA |
| Odisha FC | TBA | TBA |
| Punjab FC | TBA | TBA |
The ISL 2026-27 season is again expected to feature some of the biggest names in Indian and international football. Homegrown stars and marquee overseas signings alike will look to light up the league with their skill and experience across a full home-and-away campaign.
In addition to the on-field action, the ISL 2026-27 season is set to deliver a top-class viewing experience. With continued investment in high-quality production and broadcasting, fans across India and around the world will be able to enjoy every match from the comfort of their homes.
Foreign Players (Tentative)
Each team is expected to register a set number of foreign players, with a defined limit allowed on the field per match, in line with AIFF/ISL regulations for the season. Confirmed overseas signings for ISL 2026-27 will be added here as clubs finalize their squads.
| Club | Player 1 | Player 2 | Player 3 | Player 4 | Player 5 | Player 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru FC | TBA | |||||
| Chennaiyin FC | TBA | |||||
| Churchill Brothers | TBA | |||||
| East Bengal FC | TBA | |||||
| FC Goa | TBA | |||||
| Hyderabad FC | TBA | |||||
| Inter Kashi | TBA | |||||
| Kerala Blasters FC | TBA | |||||
| Mohun Bagan Super Giants | TBA | |||||
| Mumbai City FC | TBA | |||||
| NorthEast United FC | TBA | |||||
| Odisha FC | TBA | |||||
| Punjab FC | TBA |
Foreign-player quotas and confirmed signings for ISL 2026-27 will be updated once official squad registrations are released.
How to Watch ISL 2026–27 Live on TV & Online
Broadcast and streaming arrangements for ISL 2026-27 will be confirmed ahead of the season. Based on recent seasons, the ISL is expected to be available on linear TV and digital streaming platforms across the Indian subcontinent, with coverage anticipated in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Bengali and Malayalam.
Watch ISL 2026–27 Live Telecast on TV and Live Stream online. For the full channel list, visit our dedicated ISL 2026-27 Live TV Channels List page (updated once official broadcast details are announced).
Overall, the ISL 2026-27 season promises to be another exciting chapter in the history of Indian football. With the return of a full home-and-away format, a new club-led model, and the intense rivalries that make the league special, fans can look forward to a season filled with thrilling moments and unforgettable performances.
As Indian football continues to grow and attract more talent, the future of the sport in the country looks very bright indeed.
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ISL 2026-27 Schedule – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. When will the ISL 2026-27 season start? The ISL 2026-27 season is tentatively expected to begin on October 10, 2026, and run until April–May 2027. The date is subject to official confirmation by the AIFF/ISL.
Q2. How many teams are playing in ISL 2026-27? 13 teams will compete in the Indian Super League 2026-27 season, played in a full home-and-away (double round-robin) format.
Q3. Who are the defending champions of ISL heading into 2026-27? East Bengal FC are the defending champions, having won their first-ever ISL League title in the 2025-26 season.
Q4. Which teams left the ISL for the 2026-27 season? Mohammedan SC were relegated after 2025-26, and Jamshedpur FC withdrew. Churchill Brothers entered the league after acquiring Jamshedpur FC’s sporting licence.
Q5. Did Diamond Harbour FC get promoted to ISL 2026-27? Diamond Harbour FC won the Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26, but they did not enter ISL 2026-27 after missing the participation-fee deadline, so the league proceeds with 13 teams.
Q6. Where can I download the ISL 2026-27 schedule PDF? The official ISL 2026-27 Schedule & Fixtures PDF will be available for download on this page as soon as the AIFF/ISL releases the confirmed fixture list.
Q7. Where can I watch ISL 2026-27 live? ISL 2026-27 is expected to be available on TV and live streaming across India, with official broadcaster and OTT details to be confirmed before the season.
Disclaimer: The ISL 2026-27 schedule, fixtures, timings, venues, coaches, captains and squad details on this page are tentative and provided for reference until officially confirmed by the AIFF/ISL. This page will be updated regularly with the latest confirmed information.
