Crisis Talks Loom Over Indian Football

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will convene a meeting with key stakeholders in Indian football to address the crisis following the AIFF's struggle to secure a new commercial partner. The discussions will involve the ISL clubs, prospective partners, and broadcasters, in compliance with the Supreme Court directive.

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is set to meet with representatives from across the Indian football sector on December 3, aiming to navigate the ongoing crisis within the sport.

The crisis began after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) failed to secure a new commercial partner for the domestic league, affecting the Indian Super League's operations. This prompted the Supreme Court to direct government intervention to find a resolution.

The stakeholders' meeting will include ISL clubs, prospective partners, and broadcasters, seeking a unified path forward. This comes amid an evolving landscape marked by Supreme Court approval of a new AIFF constitution and ongoing issues following the end of FSDL's Master Rights Agreement this December.

(With inputs from agencies.)