The 2016–17 season is the 129th competitive

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season in

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Promotion and relegation

Indian Super League

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won the title second time after defeating the

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in a penalty shootout, 4–3, during the

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. The match had ended 1–1 after ninety minutes and extra time.

Finals

I-League

Head coaching changes

References

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