India, Jan. 5 -- Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal has publicly supported a group of footballers who have appealed for international intervention amid uncertainty surrounding Indian football's domestic season. In a post on social media, Kejriwal said the sport needs "transparent governance, accountability and respect for players," and argued that administrative disputes should not be allowed to disrupt the careers and livelihoods of those involved in the game.

The statement comes as Indian football continues to face disruption linked to the delayed start of the 2025-26 Indian Super League (ISL) season. According to the players' account, January 2026 has begun without the ISL season kicking off. The release said the ...