New Delhi: The Indian Super League (ISL) has set the stage for an electrifying finale to the 2023-24 season, with the much-anticipated final scheduled for May 4. In an exciting development, the final showdown will be hosted at the home ground of the higher-ranked team among the finalists.
The league witnessed fierce competition throughout the season, culminating in Mohun Bagan’s thrilling victory over Mumbai City FC on April 15, securing the coveted League Winner’s Shield. With FC Goa securing the third spot, the race to host the ISL Final narrows down to Kolkata, Mumbai, and Goa.
In the knockout matches, Odisha FC and FC Goa emerged victorious against Kerala Blasters FC and Chennaiyin FC, respectively, securing their places in the ISL 2023-24 semifinals.
The action-packed semifinals kick off with Mohun Bagan Super Giant facing Odisha FC in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, April 23. The following day, Wednesday, Mumbai City FC will clash with FC Goa in the first leg of their semifinal matchup in Goa.
Playoffs Schedule:
April 23: Semifinal 1 (First leg) – Odisha FC vs Mohun Bagan Super Giant – (Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar)
April 24: Semifinal 2 (First leg) – FC Goa vs Mumbai City FC – (Fatorda Stadium, Goa)
April 28: Semifinal 1 (Second leg) – Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Odisha FC – (Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata)
April 29: Semifinal 2 (Second leg) – Mumbai City FC vs FC Goa – (Mumbai Football Arena, Mumbai)
May 4: Final – Winner of Semifinal 1 vs Winner of Semifinal 2 (Home of higher-ranked team among the Finalists)
Football enthusiasts across the country are eagerly anticipating the thrilling encounters as the top teams battle it out for the ultimate glory in Indian football.