The 2016 Indian Super League season was founded in 2013. This would be the third season of the football league in India. The 2016 season, would feature a total of eight teams like the previous seasons. Each team will play a total of 14 matches to qualify for the finals. The best team wins. The teams to participate in this season are:
Atletico de Kolkata
Delhi Dynamos FC
Mumbai City FC
NorthEast United FC
Chennaiyin FC
Kerala Blasters FC
FC Goa
FC Pune City
Well, we bet the last few seasons being such a hit, you guys are so excited for the coming league. The league is expected to begin on 3rd October 2016 and will continue till 20th December 2016. There is a big news for the fans and supporters of NorthEast United FC as they have made one of their most important international signings which can prove crucial in the tournament in the form of Brazilian defender Mailson Alves. We know you just can’t forget this wonderful player. The 28-year old player represented Chennaiyin FC last year.
NorthEast United FC head coach Sergio Farias expressed his happiness over the final signing of Mailson Alves in the team. He said, “This season we are picking players based on their suitability to fit into our philosophy. Mailson is someone who can give us that edge. His experience in the ISL is also a huge factor.” Also, Ardeshir Jeejeebhoy, the NEUFC’s Director of Football, said, “In Mailson, we have someone who has the experience of playing in Indian conditions and carries the achievement of being an ISL winner. Sergio wanted us to get him on board and I am pleased that we could make that happen. We hope that he will bring his winning mentality to the table and help the team challenge for honours.”
When the great defender Mailson Alves, who has always delivered more than expected, was asked about the same said, “I am looking forward to working with the Head Coach and I am looking forward to joining NEUFC. We are putting together a special team this season and I am raring to give my best for the fantastic fans and this unique club.”
Isn’t that great? Yes! the excitement has already begun. only time will tell what happens next.
We will tell you the entire schedule and timings so you can easily plan out yours when this big football sensation approaches. So stay tuned for the 2016 Indian Super League season fixtures and by the mean time tell us in comments which is your favourite football teams and whom are you supporting this season.
