AIFF Accuses Own Executive Member Valanka Alemao of 'Pressure Tactics' in ISL Row

• AIFF accuses Executive Committee member Valanka Alemao and her family of pressuring for Churchill Brothers' ISL entry.
• The federation detailed a timeline of events from January 8 to February 15, 2026, highlighting 'sustained pressure'.
• Churchill Brothers' ISL promotion hopes were dashed after a CAS ruling awarded the I-League title and promotion to Inter Kashi.
• AIFF rejected requests for Churchill Brothers' inclusion due to existing rules and commitments, despite multiple emergency meeting attempts.
• The dispute escalated with legal threats and petitions, raising questions about governance and conflict of interest in Indian football.