The 2020 IFA Shield will take place this year before the start of the I-League season.
The competition is set to kick off in early December with 12 teams, comprising of four I-League teams and eight CFL (Calcutta Football League) Premier Division teams.
"We wanted to organise the tournament with eight teams. But the response has been overwhelming from all quarters. So we are now looking to host it with 12 teams. Really grateful to all CFL teams who have come forward and have agreed to play this tournament. This shows that football in West Bengal is on the right track.