IWL 2025-26 Kicks Off December 20 in Kolkata

• IWL 2025-26 to kick off on December 20 in Kolkata.
• Sethu FC will face Kickstart FC in the opening match.
• The league will be played in two phases, concluding on May 10, 2026.
• Matches will be held at the National Centre of Excellence (Kolkata) and Kalyani Municipal Stadium.
• A gap between phases allows national team players to participate in AFC Women's Asian Cups.

Why It Matters: The IWL's new schedule prioritizes national team player availability.