ISL Returns with 14 Teams, New Shorter Format; Mohun Bagan Kicks Off Season

• Indian Super League (ISL) season begins this Saturday with a new, shorter format.
• The league will feature 14 teams, starting four months late due to football calendar constraints.
• All India Football Federation opted for a round-robin format; no second phase or traditional playoffs.
• Each team will play 13 matches in the three-month league; top team crowned champion.
• Mohun Bagan Super Giant faces Kerala Blasters FC at Salt Lake Stadium; Inter Kashi plays FC Goa.