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AIFF Rebrands, Secures Rs 2,129 Cr ISL Deal, 2026-27 Season Starts Sept 4

6/21/2026

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All India Football Federation (AIFF) approved renaming to Football Federation of Bharat, pending ministry and FIFA approval.
AIFF adopted a revised Constitution that aligns with the National Sports Governance Act 2025.
The 2026-27 Indian Super League (ISL) will begin on September 4, run seven months, and feature 14 clubs.
Genius Sports secured ISL commercial rights in a 15-year, Rs 2,129 crore deal that gives AIFF Rs 12.4 crore in year one.

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All India Football Federation (AIFF) approved renaming to Football Federation of Bharat, pending ministry and FIFA approval.
AIFF adopted a revised Constitution that aligns with the National Sports Governance Act 2025.
The 2026-27 Indian Super League (ISL) will begin on September 4, run seven months, and feature 14 clubs.
Genius Sports secured ISL commercial rights in a 15-year, Rs 2,129 crore deal that gives AIFF Rs 12.4 crore in year one.