What is the squad of Mumbai City FC for the 2021/22 season? »FirstSportz

The Indian Super League is back again this season with some thrilling action on the pitch as 11 teams battle for the 2021/22 ISL Gold Cup.

Let’s take a look at Mumbai City FC’s possible squad for the 2021/22 season of the Indian Super League. Mumbai City will be more than prepared to show their skill set once again after their first title last season and with the signing of a new contract they look much better and stronger this season. this.

Mumbai City FC: Possible Lineups

Goalkeeper- Mohammad Nawaz

Mohammad Nawaz, Young Goalkeeper was part of AIFF elite academy in 2016 where he played BRICS U-17 tournament for India National Team. He played a major role in the FC Goa squad in the 2018/19 season where they finished as ISL runners-up. Nawaz signed a three-year deal with Mumbai City before the start of this season and will be looking to make a big difference with the defending champions.

Back to the right- Huidrom Naocha Singh

The Manipur-born defender was a major part of the Gokulam Kerala FC team that won the Durand Cup in 2019 and the I-League in the 2020/21 season. Singh started his youth career with NEROCA FC and has risen through the ranks to become an excellent right-back and is also capable of playing at left-back. Huidrom Naocha Singh has signed a three-year contract with Mumbai City as he will be eager to prove himself in his first ISL season.

Center- Mourtada Fall

The Senegalese defender started his career with Moroccan club Moghreb Tétouan and has progressed through the ranks to become a very tactical defender. The first time Mourtada competed in the ISL was with FC Goa, helping the Bulls reach the final of the 2018/19 season. Mourtada signed with Mumbai City before the start of the 2020/21 season and helped them lift the ISL trophy for the first time.

Center- Mehtab Singh

Mehtab Singh grew up in his youth in East Bengal where he spent a considerable amount of time and also won the 2017/18 Calcutta Football Championship. Mehtab joins Mumbai City ahead of their glorious season in 2020/21 and plays a key role in the backline.

Left-back- Vignesh Dakshinamurthy

Vignesh Dakshinamurthy rose through the ranks of the Ozone Academy to sign with Mumbai City ahead of the 2017/18 season. So far in the 2020 season, Vignesh has made very few appearances for the Islanders but his exceptional performance in the 2020/21 season helped Mumbai City lift their first ISL title.

Midfielder- Raynier Fernandes

Raynier Fernandes developed through the youth ranks of Air India until 2016 when he joined I-League team Mohun Bagan. Fernandes has proven himself to be a major part of the Mumbai City team since joining in 2018. He played a key role in playing as a midfield anchor in Mumbai City’s winning campaign.

Midfielder- Ahmed Jahouh

The Moroccan defensive midfielder Ahmed Jahouh has proven himself to be one of the best players in the Moroccan League during his time with Moghreb Tétouan. His first season in ISL is still considered one of the best of his time with FC Goa, where his passing and other stats in midfield were evenly matched. off the charts.

Attacking Midfielder- Lalengmawia Ralte (Apuia)

The young Indian midfielder is the highest signed player this season as Mumbai City signs a five-year contract with Ralte. Lalengmawia’s stats with NorthEast United were on another level entirely as he went on to win Emerging Player of the Year for the 2020/21 season. Ralte would certainly expect to come up with something much better with the defending champions this campaign.

Right-back – Vikram Pratap Singh

Vikram Singh rose through the ranks of Chandigarh Football Academy and eventually played in the AIFF Elite Academy representing the Indian Arrows. The 19-year-old made his mark for the Islanders last season as Mumbai City went on to win their first title.

Central striker- Ygor Catatou

Ygor Catatau, the Brazilian striker graduated from Madureira’s youth academy. He has spent a considerable amount of time exploring different clubs on loan. Mumbai City have signed Ygor on a long-term loan at the start of the 2021/22 season.

Left-back – Bipin Singh

Bipin Singh started his youth career with Wafa Wangoi Club from there he continued his promotion and signed with Shillong Lajong playing in the I-League. Biping Singh made his ISL debut during his time with ATK in 2017 before signing with the Islanders ahead of the 2018 season. Bipin Singh played a key role in Mumbai City’s first winning campaign of the season. ISL’s 2020/21.

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