AIFF waiting for AFC response over continental slots for ISL clubs in case of fewer matches

NEW DELHI: (Dec 28) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is waiting for a response from the continental body regarding whether Indian Super League (ISL) clubs will get AFC slots even if they play fewer than the mandatory number of matches this season, according to sources.

India has two spots in the AFC Champions League Two — one in group stage for ISL Shield winners and another in playoff round for Super Cup winners.

Each club in the domestic top division also needs to play a minimum of 24 matches in a season — including top division league and domestic cup — to be eligible to feature  in the ACL 2.