NEW DELHI: In a disappointing development for women's football in the country, Kerala Blasters have announced the temporary shutdown of their women's team due to financial difficulties. These financial challenges have emerged as a consequence of the sanctions imposed on the club following the men's team's walkout during an Indian Super League playoff fixture last season.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) levied a fine of Rs 4 crore on Kerala Blasters after the men's team abandoned the match against Bengaluru FC on March 3. The walkout occurred as a protest against a controversial goal scored by Bengaluru FC's Sunil Chhetri from a free kick.
