Inter Kashi Football Club is on the cusp of making history as they edge closer to securing promotion to the prestigious Indian Super League (ISL).
Currently second in the I-League behind leaders Churchill Brothers FC Goa, Inter Kashi’s upcoming match on Sunday, March 30, will be the defining moment of their season.
In just two years since their entry into the I-League, Inter Kashi FC has exceeded all expectations, showcasing a strategic and dynamic brand of football. Under the leadership of Antonio López Habas, the most successful coach in ISL history, the team has demonstrated tactical brilliance and on-field dominance.
A Vision for Excellence
The appointment of Antonio López Habas, a two-time ISL-winning coach, signaled the club’s ambitious vision of bringing top-tier football expertise to the I-League. The team has also attracted elite international and ISL-experienced players, including Joni Kauko (who played in the Euros), Sumeet Passi, Arindam Bhattacharya, Sarthak Golui, and Narayan Das, all of whom have aligned with the club’s vision of securing ISL promotion.
Beyond their senior team’s remarkable journey, Inter Kashi FC is also the first professional football club from Uttar Pradesh, boasting a complete football development structure.
Within just one and a half years, Inter Kashi have built a thriving academy, U-13, U-15, U-17, women’s team, and senior men’s team, setting a new benchmark for grassroots football in India.
A Platform for Rising Stars
The club has played a pivotal role in promoting young Indian talent, with emerging stars like Tomba Singh, Bikash Singh, and Edmund Lalrindika making their mark.
In a significant milestone, Edmund recently became the first I-League player to be selected for the Indian national team, reinforcing the club’s commitment to nurturing future generation.
Speaking on the club’s incredible journey, Vinod Dugar, Chairman of Inter Kashi FC, said: “Our vision has always been to elevate the standards of the I-League and bring Uttar Pradesh onto the national footballing map. With Antonio López Habas at the helm and our talented squad fully committed, we are confident in achieving our ultimate goal—promotion to the ISL.”
With just one decisive match standing between them and ISL promotion, Inter Kashi Football Club is poised to script history and take Indian football to greater heights.
