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Super League Kerala announces 6 franchises, team owners

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May 13, 2024 20:05

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KOCHI: The inaugural season of Super League Kerala, which kicks off in September, was officially announced here Sunday.

At the KSL press meet, the six franchises in the league were introduced as Kochi Pipers FC, Calicut FC, Thrissur Roar FC, Kannur Squad FC, Thiruvananthapuram Kombans FC, and Malappuram FC.

Each team represents a distinct region within the state.

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