Kerala Blasters unveil squad for Indian Super League 2025-26: What’s changed this season?| WATCH

Kochi: Kerala Blasters FC have confirmed their full squad for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season, unveiling a balanced roster built around continuity, emerging Indian talent and strategic foreign reinforcements.

According to an official club release, the squad for the new ISL campaign has been assembled with a focus on stability, adaptability and responsible squad building, as the club aims to remain competitive in the evolving Indian football landscape.

David Catala to lead refreshed Kerala Blasters squad

Head coach David Catala will oversee a group designed to develop cohesion over the course of the season. While several core domestic players have been retained, targeted additions have been made to strengthen key departments and create healthy competition for places.

The club emphasised internal growth and smart recruitment across all areas of the pitch.

Goalkeepers: Competition and reliability

The goalkeeping unit will be spearheaded by Sachin Suresh and Arsh Shaikh, with Alsabith Sulaiman adding depth. The trio is expected to provide reliability between the posts while maintaining strong competition within the squad.

Defence: Experience and youth blend

In defence, foreign centre-back Oumar Bah will bring experience and physical presence, complemented by the leadership of Indian U23 captain Bikash Yumngam. The defensive line also features Naocha Singh, Aibanbha Dohling, Hormipam Ruivah, Sandeep Singh, Muhammed Saheef, Sumit Sharma and Jaganath Jayan, forming a stable framework aimed at supporting emerging talents.

Midfield: Control and structure

The midfield unit is expected to be anchored by Marlon Roos Trujillo and Vibin Mohanan, who will play key roles in dictating tempo, maintaining structural discipline and linking phases of play. They will be joined by Danish Farooq, Nihal Sudeesh, Rowllin Borges, Freddy Lallawmawma, Ebinas Yesudasan, Salahudeen Adnan and Luis Matias Hernandez, offering depth and tactical flexibility in central areas.

Attack: Tactical variety in the final third

In attack, Spanish striker Victor Bertomeu and French winger Kevin Yoke are set to lead the frontline. The duo brings contrasting attributes suited to varying match contexts, providing the coaching staff with multiple tactical options in the final third. They will be supported by Korou Singh, Lalthanmawia Renthlei, Muhammed Ajsal and Sreekuttan MS.

Kerala Blasters squad for ISL 2025-26

Goalkeepers: Sachin Suresh, Arsh Shaikh, Alsabith Sulaiman

Defenders: Naocha Singh, Aibanbha Dohling, Hormipam Ruivah, Sandeep Singh, Muhammed Saheef, Bikash Yumngam, Sumit Sharma, Jaganath Jayan, Oumar Bah

Midfielders: Vibin Mohanan, Danish Farooq, Nihal Sudeesh, Rowllin Borges, Freddy Lallawmawma, Ebinas Yesudasan, Salahudeen Adnan, Luis Matias Hernandez, Marlon Roos Trujillo

Forwards: Korou Singh, Lalthanmawia Renthlei, Muhammed Ajsal, Sreekuttan MS, Victor Bertomeu, Kevin Yoke

With a mix of experience, youth development and foreign signings, Kerala Blasters FC will look to mount a strong challenge in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season while reinforcing long-term squad cohesion and player progression.

ANI