ISL 2023 -24 Fixtures: The Indian Super League has released the first round of league stage fixtures for the ISL 2023-24 season. Kerala Blasters FC will kick off the season against Bengaluru FC on September 21 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi. Furthermore, the game times have been changed to the prime time period of 8:00 pm IST. While doubleheader days will keep the first and second games at 5:30 and 8:00 p.m., respectively.
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Most games are scheduled between Thursday and Sunday, as they were last season. There is also a one-week break before the FIFA international window in November,. It will be giving the Indian national team time to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
India will also compete in the AFC Asian Cup in January 2024. The national team is likely to enjoy a three-week preparation period. As a result, the schedule is only available until December 29.
In the first game week, Hyderabad FC will host FC Goa, while defending ISL champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will host newly promoted Punjab FC at Salt Lake Stadium. Odisha FC will play Chennaiyin FC, while East Bengal FC will play Jamshedpur FC. Mumbai City FC, the ISL Shield winners, will travel to Guwahati to face NorthEast United FC.
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The highly anticipated Kolkata Derby is set for 28 October, a Saturday, at 8:00 p.m. IST, adding to the excitement. The Kolkata giants met twice during the Durand Cup, including the finals, which Mohun Bagan SG won 1-0 over East Bengal FC.
The Indian Super League has has expanded to 12 clubs. With Punjab FC becoming the first team to be promoted. This season marks a momentous milestone for the league as it celebrates its tenth season, and the anticipation is palpable.