August 2026

Calcutta FC is India’s oldest football club and one of the earliest influencers of the sport in the country.  Football’s rich history goes back before famous teams like Mohun Bagan and East Bengal. This helped make football a strong part of India’s culture, and today, still commands passionate crowds in packed stadiums.  Let’s explore how

Jeakson Singh holds the record as the most expensive Indian footballer in ISL history, with East Bengal paying ₹3.3 Crore to sign him from Kerala Blasters. His move followed an intense bidding war among top clubs. Close behind, Anirudh Thapa and Akash Mishra each commanded ₹3 Crore, joining Mohun Bagan SG and Mumbai City FC,