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Manipur to Host First ISL Match on World Tourism Day
✍️ indiatodayne.in
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 10:04 AM
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The Manipur government announced that the state will stage its inaugural Indian Super League game on World Tourism Day.
Manipur will host its first Indian Super League (ISL) fixture on June 21, coinciding with World Tourism Day, officials said. The announcement marks a milestone for the northeastern state, which has never previously staged a top‑flight football match.
The move is intended to boost sports tourism and showcase Manipur's growing football culture, aligning with the government's broader effort to promote the region as a tourist destination.
Details of the participating clubs and the exact venue are being finalised by the state sports department, with expectations that the event will draw fans from across the country.
State authorities view the match as an opportunity to generate economic activity and encourage youth participation in football, a sport that enjoys strong local support.
The move is intended to boost sports tourism and showcase Manipur's growing football culture, aligning with the government's broader effort to promote the region as a tourist destination.
Details of the participating clubs and the exact venue are being finalised by the state sports department, with expectations that the event will draw fans from across the country.
State authorities view the match as an opportunity to generate economic activity and encourage youth participation in football, a sport that enjoys strong local support.