Punjab FC are the latest entrant to the Indian Super League from the upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL 2023-24). Punjab FC becomes the first club to be promoted into the ISL, owing to their title-winning 2022-23 I-League campaign.
Punjab FC will become the 12th team in the ISL this season. Moreover, Punjab will be the 11th different city to participate in the competition. This will increase the representation from the northern states of India.
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— Indian Super League (@IndSuperLeague) August 2, 2023
I-League 2022-23 champions @RGPunjabFC will be a part of #ISL 2023-24 season! ????#LetsFootball #PunjabDaJosh pic.twitter.com/DlT4xpmANG
Indian Super League Spokesperson said, “We are delighted to welcome Punjab FC to the Indian Super League family. Punjab FC’s promotion to ISL will further expedite the growing fan affinity and footprint of the game in India. It brings a new wave of enthusiasm, talent and determination into the league, representing the passionate football fans from Punjab. As ISL celebrates its 10th year this season, the league remains committed to delivering on its promise of fostering an inclusive and strong league ecosystem aimed at taking Indian football to new heights.”
We are proud to announce our participation in the @IndSuperLeague and compete with the nation's best!#ISL #PFC #LetsFootball #PunajbDaJosh pic.twitter.com/H3XXZSPT9f
— Punjab FC (@RGPunjabFC) August 2, 2023
In May, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) had approved the Premier 1 License for Punjab FC, needed to play in India’s top division. The development towards it was confirmed by the national federation. Punjab FC were given the license based on their decision to shift base to Delhi and play from the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
