The Hero Indian Super League has brought a new wave of football enthusiasm to India, with Kolkata and North East regions emerging as major hubs of talent and fan support.
Kolkata, known as the Mecca of Indian football, has historic clubs like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal, but the ISL has introduced new rivalries and professional structures. The city\“s football culture blends traditional passion with modern sporting infrastructure.
North East India has become a football powerhouse, producing exceptional players who now dominate the ISL. States like Manipur, Mizoram, and Nagaland have become talent factories, with young players dreaming of ISL glory.
The league has revolutionized Indian football by providing world-class training facilities, international coaches, and exposure to global football standards. This has significantly improved the quality of domestic players and the overall football ecosystem in the country. |