The Tamil Nadu Women's League is the top division of women's

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. The League is organised by the

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(TNFA), the official football governing body of the state.

History

The state women's league was formulated during the tenure of Seeni Mohaideen, chairman of the women’s committee of the Tamil Nadu Football Association. The inaugural tournament was held in the 2019–20 season and was won by

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. The matches are usually held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.

Media coverage

The league matches are live-streamed on

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by Football Makka.

Clubs

2021–22 season

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Champions

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References