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‘Mumbai City made my career,’ says Bipin Singh

‘Mumbai City made my career,’ says Bipin Singh

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Indian football owes a lot to the northeastern region. From constantly producing talented footballers in the country and having strong grassroots in place to keeping the process sustainable, the northeast has been pivotal in the development of Indian football. One such player who comes from the northeastern state of Manipur and has become a key member of the Indian Super League (ISL) club Mumbai City FC is Bipin Singh Thounaojam. The 29-year-old winger has been key for Mumbai City and is the club’s third highest goal scorer, with 25 goals in 111 appearances for the club. “I joined Mumbai City in 2018, this is my sixth year with them. They made my career,” said Bipin Singh, in an exclusive interview with The Bridge. Coming through the ranks Before Mumbai City, Bipin Singh had to navigate through the grassroots of Manipur football. “I started playing football in my village at the age of six or seven. Slowly after a few years, I joined football coaching and started playing at higher levels, from district to state and …

Ajaraie’s curler and other top goals from Matchweek 6

Ajaraie’s curler and other top goals from Matchweek 6

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Matchweek 6 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 has come and gone, and the league table has taken a significant shape. Chennaiyin FC continued their winless streak at home with an entertaining 2-2 draw against FC Goa, but NorthEast United ran riot against Jamshedpur FC, winning 5-0. Kerala Blasters were defeated at home in the Southern Derby by table toppers Bengaluru FC and Mohammedan Sporting were in for a rude awakening against Hyderabad FC, who put four past them and registered their first win of the season. We at The Bridge have collected the goals of the Matchweek 6, in what has been a week full of high-scoring games. 5: Karelis, Mumbai City FC Mumbai City, the ISL Cup winners have not had the best of starts to the season and the inconsistency continued in matchweek six, with a 1-1 draw against Odisha FC. Odisha FC opened the scoring thanks to a defensive howler from the MCFC defence, but their attackers responded soon enough with a well-worked team goal coming from the right side. …

FIFA imposes national transfer ban on Mumbai City FC

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Indian Super League (ISL) club Mumbai City FC have been hit with a national transfer ban by FIFA, the world governing body for football, the AIFF said in a statement on Monday. The circular read, “a National Ban on the registration of new players has been imposed on the Club Mumbai City FC.” It further added, “the ban will be effective immediately as per the communications received from FIFA’s Head of Disciplinary.” The transfer ban has been imposed because solidarity payments have faltered in Mumbai City. They will have to clear the outstanding dues within the next 24-28 hours. What are solidarity payments? Training compensation and solidarity payments are mechanisms aimed at rewarding and encouraging clubs that nurture young talent. Solidarity payments get triggered when a player transfers from one club to another before the expiration of his/her contract. A percentage of the transfer fee (5% as per FIFA’s regulation) is given to the clubs involved in the player’s development between the ages of 12 and 23. Mumbai City have had a rough start to …

Van Nieff’s curler and other top strikes from matchweek two

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Matchweek two of the 2024-25 edition of the Indian Super League was a treat for the fans, with a total of 21 goals scored across six games. From the very first goal of the matchweek, where Rahul Bheke of Bengaluru FC volleyed home a Vinit corner in the fourth minute of the game against Hyderabad FC, it was a sign of things to come. A vast majority of the goals scored were brilliant strikes, and it was very difficult to pick out the best goals of the week but we at The Bridge bring to you, the top five goals of match week two of ISL 2024-25. #5: Alaeddin Ajaraie, Northeast United There can be perfectly struck volleys, there can be long-range screamers, and there can be acrobatic goals like bicycle kicks, but nothing can beat the adrenaline rush of watching a perfectly executed counterattack. That is exactly what we witnessed in NEUFC’s second goal against Mohun Bagan SG. Winning the ball deep in their half, NEUFC attackers swiftly turned defense into offense as they …

The making of Lallianzuala Chhangte

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Lallianzuala Chhangte is a name that resonates with ambition and determination in Indian football. Hailing from a small town in Mizoram, he has ascended to captain Mumbai City FC and represent the national team. In an exclusive conversation with The Bridge, Chhangte opens up about his journey, the challenges he faced, and the dreams he continues to pursue. Overcoming hardships Chhangte’s path to success has been anything but easy and yet it maintains a sense of humour when quizzed about his journey. “It will take you one day to listen by. Do we have time for that?” he says with a smile. His journey began at the Liverpool DSK International Academy, where he faced significant challenges. “I still remember the first day I joined. I was not the best or most talented. I didn’t have much muscle; I was not strong enough. But I made up my mind since the first day I joined the academy. I was determined to play for India, at least one of the best clubs in India,” he says. This …

Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Highlights, ISL Match 2024: MBSG Throw Away 2 Goal Lead As MCFC Rescue Late Point

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Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC LIVE Score, ISL 2024© ISL Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Highlights, Indian Super League: Mohun Bagan Super Giant were held to a 2-2 draw by Mumbai City FC in the opening match of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024 on Friday. The defending ISL shield champions threw away a two-goal lead in the final 20 minutes of the match. Spanish defender Tiri, who scored an own goal in the first half, pulled one back for the Islanders in the 70th minutes. His goal gave a psychological edge over the Mariners, heading into the final 20 minutes of the match. The missed chances came back to haunt Mohun Bagan as Thaer Krouma, in the final minute of regulation time, beat Vishal Kaith to rescue a point for the ISL cup winners. In the first-half, Alberto Rodriguez scored on his ISL debut to double Mohun Bagan’s lead after Tiri’s own goal in the 8th minute. Mohun Bagan vs Mumbai City FC Highlights, ISL 2024 Highlights from Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata: Topics mentioned in …

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Mumbai City Highlights, ISL Final 2024: MCFC Win ISL Cup, Beat MBSG 3-1 In Final

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LIVE ISL 2024 MBSG vs MCFC Football Match© X (formerly Twitter) Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Mumbai City, ISL 2022-24 Final Live Updates: Mumbai City FC are on the verge of victory over Mohun Bagan Super Giant at Salt Lake Stadium. The score is currently 3-1 in favour of MCFC. Mumbai City put on a superb attack in the first half to put MBSG completely under the pump. Surprisingly, they were Mohun Bagan Super Giant who broke the deadlock. Phurba made a mistake while making a save and Jason Cummings scored on the rebound to put MBSG 1-0 up in the game. Later, Jorge Pereyra Diaz scored the equaliser for Mumbai City in the second half. Here are the LIVE Updates of Indian Super League 2023-24 final match between Mohun Bagan and Mumbai City: Topics mentioned in this article Source link

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Mumbai City FC LIVE, ISL Final 2024: Jason Cummings Scores | MBSG 1-0 MCFC

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LIVE ISL 2024 MBSG vs MCFC Football Match© X (formerly Twitter) Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Mumbai City, ISL 2022-24 Final Live Updates: The summit clash between Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mumbai City at Salt Lake Stadium is underway. MBFC have put on a superb attack in the ongoing first half to put MBSG completely under the pump. MBSG will aim to cap off their fairytale season with a historic treble. The season began with the Mariners winning the Durand Cup for the first time after 23 years. Having slipped to fifth in the table at midway stage, Antonio Habas took over from Juan Ferrando and led them to their maiden League Winners Shield. Two weeks after they defeated Mumbai City FC 2-1 to win their maiden Shield, the two teams have returned to the same venue of Salt Lake Stadium with an aim to complete a rare double in the ISL and a hattrick of titles in one season. Here are the LIVE Updates of Indian Super League 2023-24 final match …