India
The Indian Super League (ISL), officially known as the Hero Indian Super League for sponsorship reasons,[1] is an Indian professional league for men's association football clubs. The highest level of the Indian football league system, it is the country's primary football competition, organised by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and their commercial partners Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL).[2][3]
The league currently comprises 11 clubs. Each season of the tournament generally runs from October to March. During the league stage of the competition, each club plays against all the other clubs in a round-robin style. At the end of the league stage, the team with the most points is declared the Premiers and presented with the League Winners Shield, along with the runners up to play in the play-offs, while the next best four clubs qualify to play qualifying playoffs to join the top two in the playoffs. The season then culminates with the ISL Final to determine the Champions who are presented with the ISL Trophy.
Topmost team in I League goes to promotion in ISL(Direct) and You can be selected from a pool of talents(Indirect)(For nonindians included)
Participating in the ISL offers several advantages for players. It provides a high level of competition, allowing players to hone their skills against top-quality opponents. The exposure gained from playing in the ISL can lead to opportunities at the national level, with many players using the league as a stepping stone to represent the Indian national football team. The presence of experienced international players in the league provides a learning platform for Indian talents, helping them improve their game and contribute to the overall development of football in the country. Overall, ISL participation can be a transformative experience for players, contributing to both their individual growth and the advancement of Indian football as a whole.
Topmost team in I League goes to promotion in ISL(Direct) and You can be selected from a pool of talents(Indirect)(For nonindians included)