Odisha FC announce the signing of Indian winger Nihal Sudeesh: ISL 2026-27

Odisha FC announce the signing of Indian winger Nihal Sudeesh: ISL 2026-27 – Odisha FC are pleased to announce the signing of Indian winger Nihal Sudeesh on a two-year contract, keeping him with the Kalinga Warriors until 2028.

Born in Kochi, Kerala, Sudeesh came through the Kerala Blasters FC youth system after
beginning his development with FA Cochin. His performances in the Reliance Foundation
Development League earned him a place in the Kerala Blasters first-team squad for the 2022–23
Indian Super League season.

Sudeesh made his ISL debut for Kerala Blasters in October 2022 against OFC. He went on
to establish himself within the first-team setup, scoring his first senior goal for the club in a 3–1
victory over Hyderabad FC in April 2024. In July 2024, Sudeesh joined Punjab FC on a season-long loan. He made an immediate impact, scoring against Odisha FC in a 2–1 victory and earning the Player of the Match award.

During the 2024–25 ISL season, he registered 20 appearances, one goal and two assists for Punjab FC.
Returning to Kerala Blasters for the 2025–26 season, Sudeesh featured in 10 ISL matches,
scoring once. He also registered an assist during the 2025–26 Super Cup campaign.

The 25-year-old now begins a new chapter with Odisha FC, bringing his pace, versatility and
Indian Super League experience to the Kalinga Warriors.

Speaking about the move, Sudeesh said:

“I’m very happy to join Odisha FC, and I’m looking forward to this new chapter in my career. I’ve
heard a lot about the club, the team and the fans, and I’m excited to get started. I’ll give my best
every day and hopefully contribute to the team’s success.”

Odisha FC welcomes Nihal Sudeesh to Bhubaneswar and looks forward to seeing him represent
the Kalinga Warriors until 2028. The club has already lined domestic signing announcements in the days to come.