Sudeva FC are all set to take part in the 2020-21 I-League after winning a bid for direct entry into the competition.
The decision to induct Sudeva was taken by the All India Football Federation's (AIFF) Bid Evaluation Committee who met via video conferencing on Wednesday.
Sudeva's inclusion means the number of participating teams go back to 11 after defending champions Mohun Bagan merged with Indian Super League (ISL) champions ATK to form a new entity ATK Mohun Bagan which will play in the ISL.
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Sudeva FC will also bring back top-level football back to the national capital after a brief hiatus.