The AIFF Super Cup 2025-26, the sixth edition of the annual domestic knockout football competition organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), is set to take place in Goa from October 25 to November 22. This edition marks a change in the usual schedule, as the Super Cup will be held at the beginning of the season, unlike previous years when it was held at the end.
Tournament Format and Teams
The tournament will feature 16 teams, including all 13 clubs from the Indian Super League (ISL) and the top three teams from the I-League. These teams are divided into four groups (A, B, C, and D) of four teams each, competing in a single round-robin format. The winner of each group will advance to the semi-finals, followed by the final match to determine the champion.
The groups for the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 are as follows:
- Group A: Mohun Bagan SG, Chennaiyin FC, East Bengal FC, Dempo SC
- Group B: FC Goa, Jamshedpur FC, NorthEast United FC, Inter Kashi
- Group C: Bengaluru FC, Mohammedan Sporting Club, Punjab FC, Gokulam Kerala FC
- Group D: Mumbai City FC, Kerala Blasters FC, Sporting Club Delhi, Rajasthan United FC
Key Fixtures
The Super Cup 2025-26 will kick off on October 25 with two matches:
- East Bengal FC vs Dempo SC at the GMC Stadium, Bambolim.
- Mohun Bagan SG vs Chennaiyin FC at the PJN Stadium, Fatorda.
Other notable fixtures include:
- The Kolkata derby between Mohun Bagan SG and East Bengal FC on October 31 at Fatorda Stadium.
- FC Goa vs Jamshedpur FC on October 26 at PJN Stadium, Fatorda.
Venues
The matches will be held at two venues in Goa:
- GMC Athletic Stadium, Bambolim
- PJN Stadium, Fatorda
The final will be held at the Fatorda Stadium on November 22.
Where to Watch
Football fans in India can watch the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 live on the Star Sports Network. Live streaming will also be available on JioHotstar and the Indian Football's official YouTube channel. Matches at the PJN Stadium, Fatorda will be broadcast live on Star Sports Khel and streamed on JioCinema/Disney+ Hotstar. Games at the GMC Athletic Stadium, Bambolim will be streamed live on the Indian Football YouTube channel.
Prize and AFC Champions League Two Spot
The winning team will not only lift the Super Cup trophy but also secure a playoff spot in the AFC Champions League Two for the 2026-27 season.
Defending Champions
FC Goa are the defending champions, having won the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 by defeating Jamshedpur FC 3-0 in the final. This victory marked their second Super Cup title, making them the first team to win the competition twice. As defending champions and hosts, FC Goa will aim to defend their title.
