IFA Shield
The IFA Shield is an annual football competition organized by the Indian Football Association, the football governing body in the Indian state of West Bengal. The IFA came into existence in 1893, and named after the association, the IFA Shield tournament was started in the same year. It is the third oldest football tournament in India, after Durand Cup and Trades Cup, and is among the oldest football competitions in the world.
| Organising body | Indian Football Association |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1893 |
| Region | India (primarily West Bengal) |
| Number of teams | Various |
| Related competitions | Women's IFA Shield |
| Current champions | Real Kashmir (2nd title) |
| Most successful club(s) | East Bengal FC (29 titles) |
| Television broadcasters | Kolkata TV |
| Website | ifawb |
| 2024 IFA Shield | |
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