The AIFF has confirmed that the Super Cup will be held from October 25 to November 22, 2025. Additionally, the AIFF has initiated the Request for Quotation process for ISL rights
The AIFF President reassured clubs about the continuation of the top-tier league and confirmed that the Super Cup will be held before the ISL to ensure six to eight weeks of pre-season
The two teams were level 1-1 after Hakim Ziyech's 27th-minute goal was cancelled out by Villarreal's Gerard Moreno in the 73rd minute, taking the match into extra time.
Zinedine Zidane rested some first-team regulars, but a side containing Lucas Vazquez, Marcelo, Isco and Casemiro should still have been far too strong for their rivals.