ISL Group Stage

The ISL (Indian Super League) Group Stage is the initial phase of the tournament where teams are divided into groups and compete in matches against each other. The goal is to earn points based on wins, draws, and losses. Teams aim to finish at the top of their group standings, which qualify them for the next round—usually the knockout stage. This format ensures all teams play multiple games, allowing fair competition before progressing to the more decisive elimination matches. The group stage sets the foundation for determining the overall finalists of the league.