ISL in a line: New champions await as ATK, Chennaiyin flop
The defending champions had a season to forget, while NorthEast have had one to remember. ESPN presents the ISL story, in 10 words.
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Vineeth, Narzary join Chennaiyin on loan from Kerala Blasters
Chennaiyin FC have signed CK Vineeth and winger Halicharan Narzary from Kerala Blasters on loan till the end of the ongoing ISL season.
ISL W2W4: BFC target invincibility, Pune welcome Phil Brown
The ISL is back after a five-week break, with a number of high-profile clashes. ESPN has you covered.
Anas Edathodika retires from international football
Indian centre-back Anas Edathodika has announced his retirement from international football a day after India's exit from the Asian Cup
Kerala Blasters part ways with David James
Kerala Blasters part ways with David James after a disappointing run of results under the stewardship of the Englishman.
ISL Power Rankings: Amrinder arrives, Coro tops again
Round 3 of our rankings sees the arrival of four new faces but there is no change at the very top.
Versatile Balwant Singh makes strong case for national recall
Strong, fast and hard working, Balwant Singh could give national coach Stephen Constantine a selection headache ahead of the Asian Cup finals.
W2W4: ISL resumes with Maharashtra derby, Kochi party
After a mini-break, the Indian Super League is back, with several blockbuster matches in store. Here is ESPN's definitive guide for the week ahead.
Tale of two styles as Bengaluru, Chennaiyin restart rivalry
The distinct managerial approaches of Carles Cuadrat and John Gregory mean tonight's game will again be about possession vs attrition.
ISL 2018-19: Top five debutants to watch out for
With most ISL clubs finally embracing the idea of signing the right players for the right price, ESPN picks out the best (new) names.
Anas: Finally, I'm getting the chance to wear Blasters' yellow
Anas Edathodika on what it means to be part of a Kerala club and how the team can play a small role in the post-floods healing process in the state.
The story of every ISL team in 10 words
Some have entertained, while some have faltered. Some have got close, but only two have claimed the prize. ESPN presents the ISL story, in 10 words.
QUIZ: Think you know the Indian Super League?
All eyes are on the new edition of the Indian Super League, but how well do you know the league?
ISL wish-list: New champions, an end to the toppers curse
What are five things you would want to see happen this ISL season? Here's ESPN's wish-list.
'My heart will always beat for them' - Sachin leaves Blasters
Sachin Tendulkar has parted ways with ISL team Kerala Blasters after selling off his stake in the franchise before the start of the season.
Berbatov blasts 'wannabe coach' James
Dimitar Berbatov did not hide his poor opinion of him but Kerala Blasters have announced David James as head coach till the ISL's 2020-21 season.
Kerala's ISL campaign ends with a 'lesson in football and in life'
Kerala Blasters kept Bengaluru FC in check for 90 minutes before two goals in injury time brought a disappointing end to their ISL campaign.
Goa, Kerala and Jamshedpur in contention for final ISL playoffs berth
With Chennaiyin's berth assured, Goa, Kerala and Jamshedpur are in contention for the final playoffs spot. Here are the various possibilities.
ISL wrap: Brown follows Berbatov; Rafi rescues Chennaiyin
ESPN brings you all the highs and lows from the past week of ISL matches.
ICYMI: Dominant BFC; Berbatov off the mark in style
ESPN brings you all the highlights from the week gone by in ISL4.
Jerry Mawihmingthanga makes history with fastest ISL goal
Jerry's goal, scored in 22 seconds, paved the way for Jamshedpur's 2-1 victory against Kerala, only their third win of the season.
Hume finds his scoring boots, ATK keep playoffs hopes alive
It was another dramatic week in the ISL as the out-of-form Delhi Dynamos registered their first win in almost two months against Bengaluru FC.
ISL season 4: The story so far
What's been the story of the ISL at the half-way stage? Here's a quick look at what's gone down so far.
ISL's latest century: A delayed first goal, back-to-back hat-tricks
Kerala Blasters' Mark Sifneos scored the 100th goal of the ongoing ISL season. Here's a breakdown of the league's latest century.
David James returns as Kerala Blasters head coach
Former England goalkeeper David James has been named head coach of Kerala Blasters, a day after the club parted ways with Rene Meulensteen.
2018-19 ISL Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
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| Bengaluru FC | 18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | +7 | 34 |
| FC Goa | 18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | +16 | 34 |
| Mumbai City FC | 18 | 9 | 3 | 6 | +5 | 30 |
| NorthEast United FC | 18 | 7 | 8 | 3 | +4 | 29 |
| Jamshedpur FC | 18 | 6 | 9 | 3 | +8 | 27 |
| ATK | 18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | -4 | 24 |
| FC Pune City | 18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | -6 | 22 |
| Delhi Dynamos FC | 18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | -4 | 18 |
| Kerala Blasters FC | 18 | 2 | 9 | 7 | -10 | 15 |
| Chennaiyin FC | 18 | 2 | 3 | 13 | -16 | 9 |
2018-19 Team LeadersIndian Super League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsIndian Super League
Goal Difference-109th
Goals Scored18Tied-8th
Assists9Tied-9th
Goals Conceded288th