Complete List of Indian Super League Champions from 2014 to 2024
Since its inception in 2014, the Indian Super League (ISL) has crowned multiple teams as champions, showcasing the growing strength of football in India. Over these years, five different franchises have lifted the prestigious ISL trophy. Mohun Bagan, previously known as Atletico de Kolkata (ATK), holds the record for the most titles with three wins. The latest champion, Mumbai City FC, clinched the 2023-24 title by defeating Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1 in the final. Other notable winners include Chennaiyin FC (2015, 2017-18), Bengaluru FC (2018-19), and Hyderabad FC (2021-22). Mumbai City won their first crown in the 2020-21 season.
Full List of ISL Winners (2014-2024)
- 2014: Atletico de Kolkata
- 2015: Chennaiyin FC
- 2016: Atletico de Kolkata
- 2017-18: Chennaiyin FC
- 2018-19: Bengaluru FC
- 2019-20: ATK
- 2020-21: Mumbai City FC
- 2021-22: Hyderabad FC
- 2022-23: ATK Mohun Bagan
- 2023-24: Mumbai City FC
The ISL has brought together 13 teams over a decade, rekindling historic rivalries and energizing fans across India. This article focuses solely on the ISL Cup winners, not the Shield holders. Currently, Mohun Bagan Super Giants hold the ISL Shield and are among the favorites to repeat as ISL Cup champions.
Details of Each ISL Champion Season
- 2014 - Atletico de Kolkata: Under Spanish coach Antonio Lopez Habas, the Kolkata-based club—then known as ATK—secured the inaugural ISL title with a 1-0 win against Kerala Blasters.
- 2015 - Chennaiyin FC: Chennaiyin bounced back from their previous season's exit by defeating FC Goa 3-2 in a thrilling comeback featuring two late goals from Stiven Mendoza.
- 2016 - Atletico de Kolkata: Managed by Jose Molina, ATK claimed their second title after a 1-1 draw with Kerala Blasters, winning 4-3 in penalties.
- 2017-18 - Chennaiyin FC: Led by John Gregory, Chennaiyin triumphed 3-2 over Bengaluru FC with a mix of youth and experience.
- 2018-19 - Bengaluru FC: After narrowly missing out the previous season, Bengaluru FC defeated FC Goa 1-0 under Carles Cuadrat to win their first ISL title.
- 2019-20 - ATK: Returning to glory after four years, ATK won 3-1 against Chennaiyin FC with Antonio Lopez Habas at the helm again.
- 2020-21 - Mumbai City FC: In their first championship, Sergio Lobera's side overcame ATK Mohun Bagan 2-1, impressing with an attacking style.
- 2021-22 - Hyderabad FC: Coached by Manuel Marquez, Hyderabad drew 1-1 with Kerala Blasters and won 3-1 on penalties to claim their maiden title.
- 2022-23 - ATK Mohun Bagan: Under Juan Ferrando, ATK Mohun Bagan edged Bengaluru FC 4-3 on penalties following a 2-2 draw.
- 2023-24 - Mumbai City FC: Des Buckingham’s team dominated the final, beating Mohun Bagan Super Giants 3-1 to secure their second ISL Cup.
ISL Final Results Summary
- 2014: ATK beat Kerala Blasters 1-0
- 2015: Chennaiyin FC defeated FC Goa 3-2
- 2016: ATK won on penalties 4-3 after a 1-1 draw vs Kerala Blasters
- 2017-18: Chennaiyin FC beat Bengaluru FC 3-2
- 2018-19: Bengaluru FC edged FC Goa 1-0
- 2019-20: ATK beat Chennaiyin FC 3-1
- 2020-21: Mumbai City FC defeated ATK Mohun Bagan 2-1
- 2021-22: Hyderabad FC won on penalties 3-1 after 1-1 draw vs Kerala Blasters
- 2022-23: ATK Mohun Bagan won 4-3 on penalties after 2-2 draw vs Bengaluru FC
- 2023-24: Mumbai City FC beat ATK Mohun Bagan 3-1
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the current ISL Cup champion? Mumbai City FC, winners of the 2023-24 season.
- Who holds the ISL Shield? Mohun Bagan Super Giants currently have the ISL Shield.
- Which club has been the most successful in ISL history? Mohun Bagan, including its previous identity as ATK, with three titles.
