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          AIFF Media
          8dAnirudh Menon

          Preview: Second division or not, the I-League matters

          This season will pose the toughest question to the I-League's existence, its importance, relevance, and success. The answer is critical.

          Joy Nandi
          51dSusan Ninan

          From Kolkata to Colorado, India's oldest derby remains 'boro' in size and soul

          Expat fans of the Kolkata giants share their experiences growing up amid the rivalry, and how they're keeping up with it.

          Faheem Hussain / Sportzpics for ISL
          51dAnirudh Menon

          Habas' ISL experience gives ATK MB edge over Fowler's East Bengal in league's first Kolkata derby

          The ISL gets it first derby with a genuine legacy as SC East Bengal face ATK Mohun Bagan on Friday.

          East Bengal
          51dDebayan Sen

          What's it like to commentate on the Kolkata derby?

          Ahead of East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan in the ISL, Debayan Sen lists some memorable moments witnessed from the box.

          AIFF media
          52dJayaditya Gupta

          East Bengal vs ATK Mohun Bagan brings Kolkata derby's mud and madness to ISL

          Perhaps the Kolkata clubs needed the ISL, but the ISL also needed the clubs, their rivalry and their history.

          AIFF Media
          71dAgencies

          I-League to start on January 9

          Eleven teams will need to enter a bio-secure bubble fourteen days prior to their first match.

          Sandeep Shetty / ISL / Sportzpics
          79dAnirudh Menon

          ISL 2020-21: Countdown begins for a season like no other

          Bio-bubbles, Kolkata giants, cash-rich Mumbai and a whole lot of Aussies -- here's how things stack up ahead of the new season.

          Maja Hitij - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
          89dJonathan Selvaraj

          Anwar Ali can play till AIFF's final decision, says High Court

          Federation's medical committee is currently examining whether the footballer can play with his heart condition.

          AIFF
          92dPTI

          Mohammedan Sporting qualify for I-League 2020-21

          Mohammedan Sporting are returning to the I-League after a gap of seven years.

          AIFF
          95dAnirudh Menon

          ISL and I-League bubbles in Goa and Kolkata: All you need to know

          We answer all your questions on Indian football's return amid strict COVID-19 protocols.

          AIFF
          95dAnirudh Menon

          In Kolkata, an unexpected pitch battle that's not really about football

          Mohammedan have been involved in two wins and two police complaints over the course of a dramatic week in Indian football. Here's how it unfolded.

          Maja Hitij - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
          97dJonathan Selvaraj

          Anwar Ali hopes latest medical research helps him return to action

          Ali has submitted expert medical opinion to the AIFF, suggesting he should be allowed to play under certain conditions.

          Mohammedan Sporting
          97dPTI

          Mohammedan Sporting sack head coach Yan Law

          MSC sacked head coach Yan Law hours after securing a resounding win in the I-League Qualifiers.

          Minerva Academy
          100dJonathan Selvaraj

          How 'Delap throws' helped Bikash Yumnam gain international fame

          The 17-year-old centre-back with a mammoth long throw is the first Indian to feature in The Guardian's 'Next Generation' list.

          AIFF Media
          102dPTI

          I-League likely to be postponed by one month, to start in December: CEO

          The I-League is likely to be postponed as clubs are finding it difficult to begin their pre-season due to the pandemic -- league CEO Sunando Dhar.

          Jan Kruger - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
          107dJonathan Selvaraj

          Blow for Anwar Ali as Mohammedan Sporting say player no longer contracted to club

          Ali had this week sought a legal stay on AIFF's order directing Mohammedan Sporting to stop him from training.

          Maja Hitij - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
          111dJonathan Selvaraj

          Anwar Ali takes AIFF to court over medical inquiry into heart condition

          Ali's career has been in limbo since last November when he was diagnosed with a rare heart condition.

          Maja Hitij - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images
          121dJonathan Selvaraj

          Indian football's big decision - can Anwar Ali follow his heart?

          After a promising start at the U17 World Cup, Anwar Ali's career has been cut short due to a heart condition.

          AIFF
          129dJonathan Selvaraj and Anirudh Menon

          Kolkata giants gone, could this be I-League's Season Zero?

          No East Bengal or Mohun Bagan, costs rising and revenue dipping, I-League clubs hold out for shot at promotion in 2022.

          AIFF
          135dAnirudh Menon

          East Bengal's ISL entry could signal change of guard, team name

          With one of India's oldest football clubs set to join the ISL, ESPN tackles some FAQs.

          AIFF Media
          137dAgencies

          East Bengal set to join Indian Super League

          The final decision on the Kolkata club's entry into first division now lies with AIFF and FSDL.

          Ron Gaunt / SPORTZPICS for ISL
          154dAnirudh Menon

          No fans, games at single venue in ISL, I-League restart plan

          The 2020-21 Indian Super League will be held behind closed doors across three venues in Goa.

          AIFF Media
          155dESPN Staff

          I-league 2020-21 to be held in Kolkata

          Kolkata will host the 2020-21 I-League season, as well as the second division qualifiers, AIFF has confirmed.

          157dESPN Staff

          Sudeva to play in I-league 2020-21, Sreenidhi to join in 2021-22

          Delhi's Sudeva FC are set to take part in the 2020-21 season of the I-league after winning a bid for direct entry into the competition.

          Goutam Mukherjee
          169dGautam Roy

          East Bengal's best XI feat. striker Bhaichung, coach Banerjee

          Several stalwarts have turned out for East Bengal over the last 100 years, but who makes their greatest ever XI?

          IIL Table

          TEAMGPWDLGDP
          Churchill Brothers1100+33
          Chennai City1100+13
          Mohammedan SC1100+13
          Minerva Punjab1100+13
          Real Kashmir101001
          TRAU FC101001
          NEROCA FC000000
          Gokulam Kerala FC1001-10
          Aizawl FC1001-10
          Sudeva1001-10
          Indian Arrows1001-30
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