The 2025 Super Cup (also known as the 2025 Kalinga Super Cup for sponsorship reasons) will be the fifth season of the Super Cup and the 43rd season of the national knockout football competition in India.
First match of Kalinga Super Cup 2025 will be against East Bengal and Kerala Blasters on 20th April 2025. East Bengal are the defending champions, having defeated Odisha in the 2024 final.
The tournament promises to be an exciting affair for football fans, as it pits the best teams in India against each other. In this article, we will take a closer look at the Kalinga Super Cup 2025, its format, Schedule, venue, teams, and what to expect from the tournament.
Kalinga Super Cup 2025 Schedule & Tickets Details
The schedule for the Super Cup 2025 is out now and available to download also. Here are the detailed fixtures of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025:
| Date | Time | Match | Venue | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 April 2025 | 16:30 | East Bengal VS Kerala Blasters | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 21 April 2025 | 16:30 | FC Goa VS Gokulam Kerala | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 21 April 2025 | 20:00 | Odisha VS Punjab | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 23 April 2025 | 16:30 | Bengaluru VS Inter Kashi | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 23 April 2025 | 20:00 | Mumbai City VS Chennaiyin | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 24 April 2025 | 16:30 | Northeast United VS Mohammedan | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 24 April 2025 | 20:00 | Jamshedpur VS Hyderabad | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 26 April 2025 | 16:30 | Mohun Bagan VS Kerala Blasters | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 26 April 2025 | 20:00 | FC Goa VS Punjab | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | |
| 27 April 2025 | 16:30 | Inter Kashi VS Mumbai City | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 27 April 2025 | 20:00 | Northeast United VS Jamshedpur | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 30 April 2025 | 16:30 | Mohun Bagan VS FC Goa | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 30 April 2025 | 20:00 | Mumbai City VS Jamshedpur | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
| 3 May 2025 | 20:00 | Final – FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC | Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar | Buy Now |
All the matches are planned to be held at two different venues in Odisha.
Format of the Kalinga Super Cup
The 16-team premier club competition will be played in a knock-out format. Thirteen Indian Super League clubs and three I-League clubs will participate in the fifth edition of the tournament.
Teams participating in the Kalinga Super Cup
The following teams will be participating in the Kalinga Super Cup 2025
- Mohun Bagan Super Giants
- Bengaluru FC
- Chennaiyin FC
- East Bengal FC
- FC Goa
- Hyderabad FC
- Jamshedpur FC
- Kerala Blasters FC
- Mohammedan SC
- Mumbai City FC
- NorthEast United FC
- Odisha FC
- Punjab FC
- Churchill Brothers FC Goa – (withdrawn)
- Inter Kashi FC
- Gokulam Kerala FC
Kalinga Super Cup 2025 Tickets Details
Ticket Details for Kalinga Super Cup 2025 started now and the sale of Ticket has also started.
Ticket sales for Super Cup 2025 Are started on the Ticketgenie app and website.
What to expect from the Kalinga Super Cup?
The Kalinga Super Cup promises to be an exciting tournament for football fans in India. With some of the best teams and players from the ISL and the I-League participating, the tournament is sure to provide a high level of entertainment. The knockout format of the tournament also adds an element of unpredictability, as any team can cause an upset and progress to the next round.
Apart from the football action on the pitch, the Kalinga Super Cup will also provide a platform for young players to showcase their talents. With many of the participating teams expected to give their youngsters a chance, the tournament could serve as a launching pad for the next generation of Indian footballers.
The winners of the Super Cup 2025 will earn a chance to compete in the 2025-26 AFC Champions League 2 (ACL2) Playoffs, providing an opportunity for Indian clubs to make their mark on the continental stage.
Venues
The tournament will take place on two different pitches at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Stadium Pitch 1 and Kalinga Stadium Main Pitch.
Conclusion
The Kalinga Super Cup 2025 is a highly anticipated football tournament in India, featuring top clubs from across the country. With a knockout format, some of the best players in India, and a platform for young talent to shine, the tournament promises to be an exciting affair for football fans. As the tournament progresses, we can expect to see some thrilling matches, upsets, and standout performances from the players.
