The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season has reached its most intense phase as the playoffs are set to begin, with six teams vying for the coveted title. As per the league format, the top two teams from the league stage have secured direct qualification to the semi-finals, while the remaining four will battle it out in knockout clashes for the remaining spots. (Points Table | More Football News)
Defending League Shield winners Mohun Bagan Super Giant were the first to book their place in the playoffs, sealing their spot with a crucial 1-0 victory over Odisha FC. The triumph not only secured their playoff berth but also ensured their qualification for the AFC Champions League Two group phase.
The teams finishing in the third and fourth spots will enjoy home advantage in their one-off playoff ties, adding an extra layer of excitement to the knockout clashes.
The victors will then join the top two in the semi-finals, where the competition will only get tougher.
With the ISL 2024-25 final scheduled for April 12, all eyes are now on the road to the title.
How Do The ISL Playoffs Work?
The Indian Super League (ISL) playoffs feature the top six teams from the league stage, with the top two sides바카라”Mohun Bagan SG and FC Goa바카라”earning direct qualification to the semifinals. The remaining four teams, ranked third to sixth, battle it out in single-leg knockout matches to determine the other two semifinalists.
The semifinals follow a two-legged home-and-away format, giving teams a fair chance to progress. The grand final is scheduled for April 12 and will be hosted at the home ground of the higher-ranked finalist, adding a crucial advantage for the league바카라™s best-performing team.
Which Teams Have Qualified For ISL Playoffs?
Mohun Bagan SG secured the League Shield for the second consecutive season, becoming the first team in ISL history to achieve this feat and earning a direct berth in the semifinals.
FC Goa, finishing second in the league stage, also advanced straight to the semifinals. Bengaluru FC (third), NorthEast United FC (fourth), Jamshedpur FC (fifth), and Mumbai City FC (sixth) secured the remaining playoff spots, with the latter four competing in knockout matches for a place in the final four.
ISL 2024-25 Playoff Fixtures
Bengaluru FC kicked off the knockout stage in dominant fashion, thrashing Mumbai City FC 5-0 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on March 29 to book their semifinal spot. In the second knockout match, Jamshedpur FC stunned NorthEast United FC with a commanding 2-0 victory on March 30, securing their place in the next stage.
ISL 2024 Playoff Fixtures
Leg 1
Semi-final 1: Bengaluru FC vs FC Goa 바카라“ April 2, Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bengaluru at 7:30 PM
Semi-final 2: Jamshedpur FC vs Mohun Bagan 바카라“ April 3, JRD Tata Sports Complex, Jamshedpur at 7:30 PM
Leg 2
Semi-final 1: FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC 바카라“ April 6, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa at 7:30 PM
Semi-final 2: Mohun Bagan vs Jamshedpur FC 바카라“ April 7, Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata at 7:30 PM
Final: Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 바카라“ April 12, Venue TBD at 7:30 PM
ISL 2024-25 Semifinal: Live Streaming
Where to watch the ISL 2024-25 Semifinal?
The Indian Super League (ISL) 2025 Playoff semifinal match will be streamed live on JioHotstar (English, Hindi, Bengali, and Malayalam) and telecast live on Star Sports 바카라“ 3 (English, Hindi, Bengali, and Malayalam), Asianet Plus (Malayalam).
