ISL 2026-27: League sets off on a new journey with Bengaluru vs Delhi clash

BENGALURU: (Oct 9) Relief and joy will waft across the footballing fraternity in equal measure when the much-delayed Indian Super League 2026-27 begins with a potentially thrilling match between Bengaluru FC and SC Delhi here on Saturday.

After a controversy-ridden, truncated 2025-26 season, the league will return to the traditional home-and-away format, followed by playoffs.

The team that finishes on top of the table at the end of the league stage will be crowned ISL Shield winners, while the top six clubs will compete for the ISL Cup in a playoff format.