By Our Reporter
Shillong, Oct 27: Shillong Lajong FC is set to make a return to the I-League after a prolonged absence of half a decade. The club’s management has left no room for ambiguity, expressing their clear ambition to secure a top-three finish in the upcoming tournament and fervently striving for an elusive Indian Super League (ISL) slot.
The highly anticipated I-League competition, featuring 13 formidable teams, is poised to adopt a round-robin format.
These teams will fiercely compete against one another twice, once on their respective home turfs and once away.
Commencing from today, football fans can expect a riveting and action-packed season.
The stakes are high, with the ultimate victor of this league earning a promotion to the prestigious Hero Indian Super League, while the unfortunate team finishing at the bottom will face relegation to the second division league.
The upcoming 23-24 I-League season is all set to kick off in the enchanting landscape of Kashmir.
The opening match will be a northern-class showdown between the home team, Real Kashmir, and Rajasthan United. Football aficionados can mark their calendars for the October 28, 2023, as these two teams clash at 2:00 PM IST. Eurosport, the renowned sports channel, will broadcast this gripping encounter.
Following this exciting match, the former champions, Gokulam Kerala FC, will host the debutants, Inter Kashi, at 8:00 PM IST, promising another thrilling clash for fans.
The forthcoming season of the Hero I-League marks the second consecutive season to be showcased on Eurosport.
Football enthusiasts across the nation can savor every moment as all matches will be televised live on the Eurosport channel. Additionally, for those who prefer online streaming, the action can be experienced in real-time on the discovery+ app.
The return of Shillong Lajong FC, along with the exciting matchups and live coverage, is sure to make the 23-24 I-League season a memorable one for football fans in India.
