Bhubaneswar, April 21, 2025 – Indian football fans are in for a thrilling ride as the Super Cup 2025 kicks off at the iconic Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Regarded as India’s premier knockout football tournament, this year’s edition is loaded with excitement, elite clubs, and a golden ticket to Asian football.
What is the Super Cup?
The Super Cup is an annual knockout football competition organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). It brings together the best clubs from the Indian Super League (ISL) and top contenders from the I-League, creating a high-stakes battleground for Indian football supremacy.
Super Cup 2025: Key Details
- Tournament Dates: April 21 – May 3, 2025
- Venue: Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Format: Single-elimination knockout
- Participating Teams: 16 teams (13 from ISL, 3 from I-League)
- Prize: Winner qualifies for the 2025–26 AFC Champions League 2 (ACL2) Playoffs
Why Bhubaneswar?
Bhubaneswar has quickly become a sports hub in India. With world-class infrastructure, enthusiastic crowds, and proven hosting capabilities, the Odisha capital is the ideal venue for a tournament of this scale. Hosting the Super Cup reinforces Odisha’s status as a powerhouse in Indian sports development.
Aside from national glory and bragging rights, the winner of the Super Cup 2025 will earn a coveted spot in the AFC Champions League 2 Playoffs. This opens doors for Indian clubs to showcase their talent on the continental stage, making the competition even more intense.
Past Winners
- 2018 – Bengaluru FC
- 2019 – FC Goa
- 2023 – Odisha FC
- 2024 – East Bengal FC
(Note: The tournament was not held from 2020 to 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.)
The Super Cup isn’t just a football tournament — it’s a movement. It represents the growing ambition of Indian football to compete internationally, provide a platform for young talent, and increase the visibility of the sport across the country.
As 16 top-tier clubs clash in Bhubaneswar, all eyes will be on this electrifying tournament that promises thrilling matches, rising stars, and unforgettable moments. The Super Cup 2025 is more than a competition — it’s a celebration of Indian football’s rising spirit.
Stay tuned for match updates, results, and exclusive insights on India’s biggest football showdown of the year.