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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
This is not the end, fight for justice continues: Churchill
Churchill Brothers were declared champions in April and handed the I-League trophy, but after the CAS order on Friday, finish second behind Inter Kashi Panaji: Churchill Brothers FC have admitted that Friday's verdict of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has stung them, but maintained that the resolve remains unshaken. Having finished at the top of the I-League table with 40 points, the two-time former champions were made to wait till the All India Football Federation's appeals committee decided on a case involving Namdhari FC and Inter Kashi. That verdict went against second-placed Inter Kashi, and Churchill were officially crowned champions in April, with the trophy presentation ceremony in Goa. Three months later, the Switzerland-based CAS panel, an independent international body that settles disputes related to sport through arbitration, set aside the appeals committee decision – second such decision which was overturned -- and ordered AIFF to 'adjust the points table of the I-League and declare Inter Kashi as champions.' 'We have received the CAS decision in the Mario Barco ineligibility case today. To every fan who stood by us, who bled red and believed in what was right, we feel your pain. We know what this club means to Goa. This verdict may sting, but it will not shake our resolve. The truth has not been silenced; it's only waiting for its moment,' Churchill said in a social media post on Saturday. The club said they will continue to fight. 'This is not the end. Our fight for justice continues. And we promise you, Churchill Brothers will not stop until Goa gets the honour it truly deserves,' said Churchill. CAS ruled in favour of Inter Kashi in a dispute over Spanish striker Mario Barco's registration after the Varanasi-based side registered the player twice—a move that was challenged and deemed invalid by the AIFF appeals committee. Barco was part of Kashi's initial squad – which included six foreigners -- for the I-League but was later replaced by Matija Babovic due to what was seen as a season-ending injury. The Spanish striker later made a return to the team in February since Julen Perez's contract termination during the January transfer window left a vacant foreign spot. Kashi challenged the appeals committee order, arguing that the green signal to register the player came from the League Committee. Arguing before CAS, the AIFF said its League Committee lacked the authority to render any final and binding clarification or opinion on the interpretation of Article 6.5.7 in response to the AIFF competitions department's query CAS, however, set aside the appeals committee decision and ordered AIFF to 'adjust the points table of the I-League and declare Inter Kashi as champions.' The final points table leaves Kashi at the top with 42 points, two more than second-placed Churchill.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Churchill Brothers on CAS I-League verdict: ‘Our fight for justice continues'
Churchill Brothers on Saturday said its 'fight for justice continues' after the Court of Arbitration for Sport's (CAS) ruling announced Inter Kashi as the 2024-25 I-League winner. CAS ruled in favour of Kashi in a dispute over Mario Barco's registration after the side registered the Spanish player twice—a move that was challenged and deemed invalid by the All India Football Federation's (AIFF) Competitions Committee. AIFF had previously announced Churchill Brothers as the winner of India's second-tier, after which Kashi challenged the decision in CAS. ALSO READ | Inter Kashi becomes I-League champion — CAS rejects AIFF Appeals Committee ruling 'To every fan who stood by us — who bled red and believed in what was right — we feel your pain. We know what this club means to Goa,' Churchill Brothers' statement began. 'This verdict may sting, but it will not shake our resolve. The truth has not been silenced — it's only waiting for its moment. This is not the end. Our fight for justice continues. And we promise you — Churchill Brothers will not stop until Goa gets the honour it truly deserves,' it concluded. With CAS's decision on Friday, Kashi gained an additional three points, taking its total to 42—enough to clinch the title ahead of provisional leader Churchill Brothers, which dropped to second with 40 points.
India Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- India Today
Satyamev Jayate: Inter Kashi reclaim I-League crown after solo CAS battle
When Inter Kashi were finally declared I-League 2024–25 champions, there were no fireworks, no medals, no trophy lifts—just a one-line post on Instagram: Satyamev a club that had its title and promotion stripped by an All India Football Federation (AIFF)-appointed committee in April, the quietness of the moment didn't matter. What mattered was that they were right—and now the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) had confirmed it. Inter Kashi had won the title, fair and will always emerge victorious! #IndianFootball #ILeague #HarHarKashi #Kashi Inter Kashi (@InterKashi) July 18, 2025advertisementSpeaking to India Today after the verdict, club co-founder Aryaman Shukla said: 'Everyone in and around the club understands always believed we were in the right. This just proves it.'The lone fight 'Absolutely,' Aryaman admitted, when asked if the wait disrupted planning. 'We were in limbo—not here, not there. We had ideas, but without clarity, we couldn't act.'The legal path was precise but draining. 'From a procedural point of view, CAS was very efficient. But if it had come sooner, it would've helped not just us, but everyone involved.'And if there was any institutional support along the way? 'This was 100% a solo battle,' Aryaman said. 'If you're talking about external help—there was none.'Congratulations to @InterKashi inon winning their maiden #ILeague title #IndianFootball I-League (@ILeague_aiff) July 18, 2025"The All India Football Federation congratulates Inter Kashi FC on being adjudged champions of I-League 2024-25, in reference to the judgment passed by the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) on Friday, July 18, 2025," the AIFF statement what now?Now that CAS has ruled in their favour, Inter Kashi are, on record, I-League champions and logically the next team to be promoted to the Indian Super League. But there's a promotion and relegation not fully enforced yet, and the ISL's future structure still unclear, the club's big win has landed in uncertain territory. 'One step at a time,' Aryaman said. 'We've started planning internally again, but we still don't have clarity on the ISL situation.'We knew on April 6thThe World knows todayInter Kashi. Remember the name! #IndianFootball #HarHarKashi #Kashi #ILeague Inter Kashi (@InterKashi) July 18, 2025The long-term uncertainty may have taken some shine off the victory, but for now, Inter Kashi are holding onto what matters most: the league title they earned, and the fight they didn't give up for the fans who stayed loyal throughout?'To our fans—thank you,' Aryaman said. 'We're only in our second season as a club. To have achieved this much already means a lot. But this is just the beginning.'- Ends
Straits Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Inter Kashi crowned champions of India's second division after CAS ruling
Find out what's new on ST website and app. BENGALURU - Inter Kashi have been named champions of India's I-League after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled in favour of the club in their dispute with the All India Football Federation. In May, the AIFF named Churchill Brothers winners of the country's second division, after the governing body's appeals committee ruled against Inter Kashi for fielding an 'ineligible player' in Mario Barco. According to reports in Indian media, Inter Kashi registered Barco twice, signing the Spaniard before the season and then replacing him when he suffered an injury, only to bring him back into their squad two months later. The AIFF's appeals committee said all matches played by Barco since his return from injury would be forfeited by Inter Kashi, leaving Churchill Brothers at the top of the standings. Inter Kashi, which was established in 2023 in collaboration with Spanish giants Atletico Madrid and Andorran club Inter Escaldes, filed an appeal with CAS last month. "I still don't understand what is the mistake we have made," Inter Kashi president Prithiijit Das told Reuters. "A player got injured, the club spent money, looked after his rehabilitation, he became fit and then his right to play football (was) not being allowed... what is his fault? Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Critical infrastructure in S'pore under attack by cyber espionage group: Shanmugam Singapore What is UNC3886, the group that attacked Singapore's critical information infrastructure? Singapore Alleged Kpod peddler filmed trying to flee raid in Bishan charged with 6 offences Asia Indonesia court jails former trade minister for 4½ years in sugar graft case Singapore Singapore police in contact with Indonesian authorities over baby trafficking allegations Singapore NTU upholds zero grade for student accused of using AI in essay; panel found 14 false citations or data Singapore 7-year-old girl, cabby taken to hospital after vehicle pile-up in City Hall area Singapore Former NUH male nurse charged after he allegedly molested man at hospital "We are all grateful that truth has won." In its statement on Friday, sport's highest court CAS said it had "ruled that the AIFF shall declare Inter Kashi FC as winner of the I-League 2024-25." Following the ruling, the AIFF congratulated Inter Kashi on becoming champions. Churchill Brothers did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment. Das said he was hopeful that as the I-League champions, Inter Kashi would meet the necessary criteria to play in the top division. The top-tier Indian Super League (ISL), however, is on hold after contract renewal talks between the federation and their commercial partners, Reliance-led Football Sports Development Limited, stalled over a case to implement a new constitution for the AIFF ongoing at the Indian Supreme Court. "It's a very worrying situation, because there are so many people involved in the ISL. So many players, livelihoods," Das said. Inter Kashi are also in talks with the Uttar Pradesh state government to upgrade a stadium at their home city of Varanasi, 900 kilometres east of the capital New Delhi, and play there as soon as 2026, he added. REUTERS
Reuters
4 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Inter Kashi crowned champions of India's second division after CAS ruling
BENGALURU, July 18 (Reuters) - Inter Kashi have been named champions of India's I-League after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled in favour of the club in their dispute with the All India Football Federation. In May, the AIFF named Churchill Brothers winners of the country's second division, after the governing body's appeals committee ruled against Inter Kashi for fielding an 'ineligible player' in Mario Barco. According to reports in Indian media, Inter Kashi registered Barco twice, signing the Spaniard before the season and then replacing him when he suffered an injury, only to bring him back into their squad two months later. The AIFF's appeals committee said all matches played by Barco since his return from injury would be forfeited by Inter Kashi, leaving Churchill Brothers at the top of the standings. Inter Kashi, which was established in 2023 in collaboration with Spanish giants Atletico Madrid and Andorran club Inter Escaldes, filed an appeal with CAS last month. "I still don't understand what is the mistake we have made," Inter Kashi president Prithiijit Das told Reuters. "A player got injured, the club spent money, looked after his rehabilitation, he became fit and then his right to play football (was) not being allowed... what is his fault? "We are all grateful that truth has won." In its statement on Friday, sport's highest court CAS said it had "ruled that the AIFF shall declare Inter Kashi FC as winner of the I-League 2024-25." Following the ruling, the AIFF congratulated Inter Kashi on becoming champions. Churchill Brothers did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment. Das said he was hopeful that as the I-League champions, Inter Kashi would meet the necessary criteria to play in the top division. The top-tier Indian Super League (ISL), however, is on hold after contract renewal talks between the federation and their commercial partners, Reliance-led Football Sports Development Limited, stalled over a case to implement a new constitution for the AIFF ongoing at the Indian Supreme Court. "It's a very worrying situation, because there are so many people involved in the ISL. So many players, livelihoods," Das said. Inter Kashi are also in talks with the Uttar Pradesh state government to upgrade a stadium at their home city of Varanasi, 900 kilometres east of the capital New Delhi, and play there as soon as 2026, he added.
