Goa to host Indian Super League 2019-20 final
Goa last hosted an Indian Super League final in 2015, when Chennaiyin FC beat FC Goa 3-2 after trailing 1-2 until the end of regulation time.
Published : Feb 23, 2020 14:12 IST
The final of the Indian Super League (ISL) this season will be held in Goa, Nita Ambani, Founding Chairperson, Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) announced on Sunday. The summit clash of the league will be held on 14th March.
"Goa deserves to host the ISL final. There is no denying that Goa loves its football and we would like to bring the most crucial football event to the city for the people," Ambani said.
The home team, FC Goa has had a charmed run in the league so far, having secured a place in the group stage of the AFC Champions League 2021 by finishing the league stage of the ISL on top of the table.
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The winner of the ISL final will be eligible to play the AFC Cup qualifiers. If the ISL final winner is the same as the league winner (FC Goa), then the league's runner-up will be awarded the AFC Cup qualifier spot.