{
  "id": 9984808,
  "title": "ISL 2026-27 Schedule: Opening Fixtures, New Teams, Derbies And Key Dates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/isl-2026-27-schedule-opening-fixtures-new-teams-derbies-and-key-dates",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T12:58:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/isl-2026-27-schedule-opening-fixtures-new-teams-derbies-and-key-dates"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Indian Super League (ISL) kicks off on October 10 with a double-header match between Bengaluru FC and Sporting Club Delhi at Sree Kanteerava Stadium, followed by FC Goa versus Chennaiyin FC at Fatorda Stadium. The 2026-27 season will see 13 teams compete in 78 matches across Phase 1, with the top six advancing to playoffs. Weekend games make up 68% of Phase 1, with most matches scheduled at 5:00 PM or 7:30 PM IST. Churchill Brothers will face FC Goa in the first-ever ISL Goa Derby on December 13. The league will take a break from November 7 to 20 for the FIFA international window. Phase 1 continues until January 17, 2027, with Phase 2 and playoff fixtures to be announced later. The home venue for Inter Kashi remains to be confirmed.",
  "summary": "The Indian Super League (ISL) will return for its 2026-27 season on Saturday, October 10, with a double-header featuring Bengaluru FC, Sporting Club Delhi, FC Goa and Chennaiyin FC. Bengaluru FC will face Sporting Club Delhi at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium at 5:00 PM IST, before FC Goa host Chennaiyin FC at Fatorda Stadium at 7:30 PM. The new campaign will feature 13 clubs and 78 matches in Phase…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}