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Club-led model will make a huge difference for players and fans, says Lalrinliana Hnamte of Sporting Club Delhi ahead of the Indian Super League (ISL) in New Delhi on Thursday. Photo credit: ISL Image Source: IANS

ISL 2026-27: 'Club-led Model Will Make A Huge Difference For Players And Fans,' Says Hnamte

By IANS News October 08, 2026 • 17:02 PM View: 8

The Indian Super League: Sporting Club Delhi midfielder Lalrinliana Hnamte believes the Indian Super League’s new club-led commercial model can bring greater investment and interest to the competition, saying the change could make a 'huge difference' for both players and fans.

The Indian Super League (ISL) enters the 2026-27 season under a new commercial structure after the AIFF and the league’s clubs agreed in July to transfer the commercial rights to the clubs, while the federation retained administrative and regulatory oversight. The new arrangement is aimed at giving clubs greater responsibility for the league’s commercial and financial growth.