Bengaluru FC begin preparations for the ISL 2026-27 season
Bengaluru FC regrouped under new coach ahead of 2026-27 season.
Bengaluru FC began their pre-season on 23rd July, Thursday evening, with the team regrouping ahead of the 2026-27 Indian Super League (ISL) campaign.
The Blues returned to the field with renewed ambition and two significant new additions to the squad in Spanish midfielder Borja Martinez and Portuguese defender Sandro Embalo.
The foreign duo will join the rest of the squad in Bengaluru once their visa formalities are completed.
The pre-season begins
Pep Muñoz heads into this first full season with the club. Muñoz ended the 2025-26 Indian Super League (ISL) season, taking the side to fourth on the table, recording two wins, three draws and one loss.
“It’s exciting, as it’s a full season this time, and we can truly maximise the potential of the squad. I am really looking forward to what the season holds for us,” said Bengaluru FC Head Coach Pep Muñoz.
The team is scheduled to travel to the Inspire Institute of Sport in Bellary for their pre-season testing and will train at their facilities from July 27 to 30, where they will undergo a series of high-intensity tests.
Darren Caldeira, Director of Football, Bengaluru FC, gave his thoughts on the team’s pre-season.
“After a short ISL campaign last season, getting back for pre-season at this stage is important for the squad. It gives the players the time they need to regroup, build fitness, and prepare properly for the challenges ahead. A strong pre-season lays the foundation for the season, allowing the team to be fully ready when the first game arrives.”
Bengaluru FC’s activity in the summer transfer window so far
Bengaluru FC have been heavily involved in the summer transfer window with multiple key arrivals, extensions and departures.
The Blues from Bengaluru made their first move in the summer transfer window as they acquired the services of Spanish player, Borja Martinez, who joined the club on a one-year contract as exclusively reported by Khel Now earlier.
Along with this they have also acquired the services of Portuguese defender Sandro Embalo till the end of the 2026-27 season, making him the second foreign signing for the Blues.
They have also extended the contract of young defender Harsh Palande who is set to remain at the club until the end of 2028-29 season.
However, the club have announced the departures of multiple players which include Rahul Bheke, Namgyal Bhutia, Braian Sanchez and Siroj Kuziev.
The Blues are expected to make more moves in the summer transfer window as it further progresses.
When did Bengaluru FC begin their pre-season for ISL 2026-27?
Bengaluru FC began their pre-season on 23 July, Thursday.
Who is the head coach of Bengaluru FC?
Pep Munoz is the head coach of Bengaluru FC.
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Ayushman Sharma is a sports enthusiast with a deep love for football, following the game closely since 2018. A hardcore supporter of NorthEast United FC and FC Barcelona, he has also gained valuable on-ground experience by volunteering during FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in Guwahati.