This is a huge step forward for the women’s game in the country. Until now, Indian clubs had to go through qualifiers to reach the main tournament. But this change means the best team in India will now start directly among Asia’s top clubs.

A big reason behind this upgrade is East Bengal Women’s impressive performance in the ongoing AWCL. Their strong win over Iranian side Bam Khatoon FC, along with competitive games against top Asian teams, helped improve India’s overall club coefficient ranking. With more points added to India’s tally, the country no longer needs to send its champion through a qualification round.

This development is expected to open more doors for Indian clubs and players. Playing directly in the group stage means
• Better exposure
• More top-level matches
• Increased visibility for Indian talent
• Stronger motivation for clubs to invest in women’s football

With this new pathway, the future of Indian women’s club football looks brighter than ever. The next IWL champion will not only lift a national trophy but also step straight onto Asia’s biggest stage.

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