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AIFF Likely to Freeze Relegation for 2026-27 ISL Season
The Times of India2h
THE BRIEF
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The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is expected to freeze relegation for the upcoming 2026-27 Indian Super League (ISL) season due to a reduction in the number of participating clubs.
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The league will proceed with 13 teams after Diamond Harbour FC failed to meet the necessary licensing deadlines for the current cycle.
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This decision aims to maintain competitive stability while the federation evaluates the long-term structure of the league and club participation criteria.