Veteran goalkeeper Arindam Bhattacharya announces retirement
Veteran Indian goalkeeper Arindam Bhattacharya on Saturday announced retirement from professional football, bringing an end to his illustrious playing career. Arindam’s career spanned nearly two decades, during which he represented clubs in the I-League and Indian Super League (ISL), as well as the national team. Arindam, a product of the Tata Football Academy, began his senior career with Churchill Brothers in 2008, winning the I-League at just 19. He played for several clubs, including Pune City FC, Bengaluru FC, Mumbai City FC, ATK, and ATK Mohun Bagan. Arindam wrote an emotional note on social media saying, “From the suburbs of Kolkata to the Maidan – it all began with a dream. At 13, all I wanted was to play for Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and one day face Bhaichung Bhutia. That was the dream.” “What I didn’t know back then was how far football would take me. Two decades later, I look back at trophies, battles, and scars that tell stories. But more than anything, I see memories, lessons, friendships, and gratitude that will stay …
