Mumbai, Aug. 14 -- Tata Steel has agreed to transfer its equity shares in Jamshedpur Football & Sporting Private Limited (JFSPL) to Churchill Brothers Football Club, paving the way for the historic Goan club to enter the Indian Super League (ISL) for the 2026-27 season.

According to a press release from Tata Steel, the agreement was signed on Friday. The agreement includes the transfer of Jamshedpur FC's ISL sporting licence, along with the contracts of 12 players and two coaches. The transfer has been undertaken in accordance with the regulations of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

Churchill Brothers will take over the contracts of the players and coaching staff from September 2026, ensuring continuity for the Jamshedpur FC pe...