AIFF Urges ISL Clubs to Release Asian Games-Bound Footballers
Federation says players' participation in the tournament is 'national duty'
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has urged Indian Super League (ISL) clubs to release Asian Games-bound footballers for the upcoming tournament in Hangzhou, China.
The AIFF said that the players' participation in the Asian Games is a "national duty" and that the clubs should "fully cooperate" with the federation.
The Asian Games is a multi-sport event that is held every four years. It is one of the biggest sporting events in Asia, and it is a major opportunity for Indian footballers to showcase their talent on the international stage.
The AIFF has said that it will be writing to the ISL clubs to request the release of the players. The federation has also said that it will be providing the clubs with financial assistance to cover the costs of releasing the players.
The ISL clubs have not yet responded to the AIFF's request. However, it is expected that they will cooperate with the federation, as they have done in the past.
The AIFF's request is a significant development, as it shows that the federation is committed to sending a strong team to the Asian Games. The federation is also sending a message to the ISL clubs that they need to be more supportive of the national team.
