Chennaiyin FC Signs ISGL as Principal Sponsor for ISL 2026 Season

Chennaiyin FC has secured Indian Super Gaming League (ISGL) as principal sponsor for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026 season. The club confirmed the agreement through a press release on Feb 19, 2026. ISGL becomes the front-of-shirt partner for the two-time ISL champions.

The ISGL logo will feature on Chennaiyin FC’s matchday jerseys and training kits throughout the 2026 campaign. The partnership also includes branding across the club’s digital platforms and visibility at the Marina Arena during home fixtures. 

ISGL will receive access to the club’s logo and player image rights. The agreement also includes player engagement initiatives and designated media-facing inventory.

ISGL Partnership Links Football and Esports Ecosystems

Chennaiyin FC COO, Akhil Prakash, said, "We are delighted to welcome the Indian Super Gaming League (IGSL) as the principal sponsor of Chennaiyin FC for the ISL 2026 season.” He added that the partnership aligns with the club’s young fan base and seeks to strengthen engagement between football and gaming audiences.

Chennaiyin FC remains an established presence in Indian football and has played a role in developing domestic talent. 

ISGL, positioned as India’s first franchise-based esports league, operates as a merit-driven national league focused on identifying and elevating gaming talent. Its format integrates competitive play with creators, music, live audiences, and fan participation. The structure reflects how younger audiences engage with sport and entertainment across physical and digital platforms.

Gautam Badalia, Co-Founder of LetsGameNow, ISGL’s parent organization, said the partnership aligns with ISGL’s objective of building structured pathways for emerging talent.

The branding will debut when Chennaiyin FC opens its 2026 season against Mumbai City FC, beginning a run of four consecutive away matches. The club will return to the Marina Arena on March 13, 2026, to face Mohammedan.