May 17th 2024.
In a recent decision, the All India Football Federation's Club Licensing Committee has rejected the Premier 1 licenses of four Indian Super League clubs - Jamshedpur FC, Odisha FC, Kerala Blasters, and Hyderabad FC - for the upcoming 2024-25 season. This decision was made due to multiple failures to meet the 'A' criteria, making these clubs ineligible for both AFC Club competitions and national competitions. However, there is still a chance for these clubs to seek an exemption and participate in the National competitions, if they apply before the May 22 deadline.
The committee, chaired by Girija Shanker Mungali and consisting of Anirban Dutta, Ravishankar Jayaraman, and Yash K Nayak, held a video conference on May 15 to discuss the matter. Among all the clubs, only Punjab FC was able to fulfill the AIFF's criteria and was granted a Premier 1 club license for the 2024-25 season. On the other hand, the current Indian Super League champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant and ISL Cup winner Mumbai City FC, along with East Bengal, FC Goa, Bengaluru FC, Chennaiyin FC, NorthEast United FC, and Mohammedan Sporting, who have secured promotion to the ISL 2024-25, have all received their licenses with some sanctions.
In a statement, the AIFF emphasized the importance of the Indian Club Licensing system in maintaining the quality, professionalism, and infrastructure of football clubs in India. This system requires clubs to acquire a necessary license each season in order to participate in both AFC and National competitions. These licenses are categorized into 'ICLS Premier 1' for Indian Super League clubs and 'ICLS Premier 2' for I-League clubs. The AIFF also mentioned that this is an annual process and is crucial for the development of football in the country.
Overall, this decision by the Club Licensing Committee sends a clear message to Indian Super League clubs about the importance of meeting the required criteria. It not only ensures fair competition but also promotes the growth and development of football in India. As the season approaches, we can expect these clubs to work towards meeting the necessary standards and applying for an exemption in order to participate in the upcoming National competitions.
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