The Kick Off Times

brings you the latest from the Indian football scene ⚽🗞️. Expect unfiltered news, razor-sharp analysis, and unapologetic passion for the game ✍️.

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@MarcusMergulhao Marcus, What's the status of ISL club deal?Is it signed?

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@panenka_goal From where did you get it?

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🚨BIG BREAKING🚨

Some high level people in AIFF are reportedly trying to bring Genius Sports as the commercial partner by dismissing ISL clubs proposal.

They are trying hard to delay the signing of club and AIFF

#ISL #AIFF

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@iFF_News @FCGoaOfficial @ravi_804 What's the status on ISL and AIFF deal?When will it get finalised?

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📌Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Punjab FC, Jamshedpur, NorthEast United will participate in the Durand Cup

#DurandCup #Indianfootball

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@MarcusMergulhao Sir update on ISL?

[Durand Cup @thedurandcup]

135th Edition of India’s oldest football tournament kicks off on 25th July

Keep an eye on this space for further updates

#ManyChampionsOneLegacy #DeshKaCup

[Durand Cup @thedurandcup]

2️⃣4️⃣ Teams
4️⃣3️⃣ Matches
1️⃣3️⃣8️⃣Years of Legacy

#DeshKaCup is back 😍

The Durand Cup is here, bigger and better than ever before!

#ManyChampionsOneLegacy

[Gokulam Kerala FC @GokulamKeralaFC]

Forever remembered, never forgotten.
Rest in peace, Gift Raikhan, former Head Coach and Technical Director of our club. Your impact on the game and our club will always be cherished.

#GKFC #Malabarians #IFL

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AIFF Dy. SG M Satyanarayanan is expected to sit with the ISL clubs to finalise the league proposal, after returning from USA.

Meeting likely to be held early next week.

Next AIFF ex-co likely to be called in July.

(@im_shenoy)

#ISL #IndianFootball

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The All India Football Federation wants to change its name to Football Federation of Bharat. From AIFF to FFB.

(@MarcusMergulhao)

#IndianFootball #AIFF

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🚨ISL 2026-27 to kick off on Sept 4, AIFF tells its general body members.

Decision on ISL structure will be taken next week. AIFF is awaiting response from Genius Sports before discussing it with ISL managing committee, involving clubs and 3 AIFF officials.

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Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, NorthEast United, Bengaluru FC, SC Delhi, Punjab FC & Jamshedpur FC are all set to play Durand Cup but others clubs is likely not to participate.

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#IndianFootball #DurandCup

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Today, AIFF informed Genius Sports that their proposal is not being accepted by the Federation. The Federation's Special General Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.

ISL CLUBS PROPOSAL ANNOUNCEMENT LOADING.....

(@DulalDey1)

#ISL #IndianFootball

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Alaaeddine Ajaraie will return to Northeast United FC this season.

(@MarcusMergulhao)

#ISL

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FC Goa and Manolo Marquez have parted ways

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#FCGoa #ISL

[Shaji Prabhakaran @Shaji4Football]

Zee Scores a Massive Goal for Indian Football!

Incredible news from the Zee Entertainment management, announcing that 15% of all subscription revenue from the World Cup 2026 will be directly pumped into Grassroots Football Development in India.

As passionate fans of the Indian game, we cannot appreciate this visionary gesture enough. This is exactly the kind of corporate backing our beautiful game has been crying out for!

The Impact (By the Numbers)

By a rough estimate, if Zee is able to get an encouraging subscription then we are looking at a potential ₹32 to ₹40 Crore ($3.5M–$5M+) funding injection directly into the foundations of Indian football. This isn't just a donation; it’s a game-changer.

My Humble Suggestion for Maximum Impact

While funding existing projects is great, to truly spark a revolution, Zee should launch a brand-new flagship project.

Collaborate with Proven Stakeholders: Partner directly with the academies, local clubs, and grassroots pioneers who are ‘already’ delivering results on the ground.

Target the Real Roots: Channel these funds where it matters most, enlarging the participation base, school linked grassroots, engage role models as ambassadors to grow grassroots and build collaborative platforms in underserved and high potential regions.

"Grassroots football in India has been starving for structural funding. Let this bold move by Zee be the catalyst that changes the trajectory of Indian football forever."

Zee Management, you haven't just broadcasting the beautiful game, you have actively chosen to build its future here.

You have scored an absolute screamer with this one.

We love you for this!

#IndianFootball #WorldCup2026 #GrassrootsFootball #ZeeEntertainment #FootballIndia #Z

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Khaiminthang Lhungdim extends his contract with Punjab FC on a new three year deal.

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#ISL #PunjabFC #IndianFootball

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🚨Pramveer Singh signs for Northeast United FC

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#ISL #IndianFootball

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LORD BHEKE!! TO MOHUN BAGAN

MOST UNEXPECTED TRANSFER OF THIS SEASON TILL NOW

#ISL #MBSG

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Rahul Bheke has completed a move to Mohun Bagan on a one-year deal. Bheke's experience will ensure stability at the back. Mohun Bagan have been playing with two foreign defenders for a while. It’s a win win deal for both parties

#IndianFootball #ISL #Transfers #MBSG