Overview
- The AIFF confirmed its Supreme Court–supervised tender for a 15-year ISL and allied rights partnership drew no bids by the November 7 deadline.
- The Bid Evaluation Committee chaired by retired Justice L. Nageswara Rao met after the lapse and will file a detailed report to the Supreme Court this week, after which AIFF plans to request directions.
- Reigning champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Kerala Blasters, and Odisha FC have suspended operations as the season remains on hold.
- Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, joined by Rahul Bheke and Lallianzuala Chhangte, issued a public plea to start the season, while Sandesh Jhingan separately urged swift resolution for players and staff.
- Prospective bidders flagged long loss-making horizons and sought greater governance influence, clashing with AIFF rules that allow only one governing council seat and require general body approval for spends above ₹5 crore, with delays threatening AFC match-count eligibility.