Mumbai City has announced that their young team will participate in the 133rd edition of the Durand Cup, set to begin on July 27, 2024.
The Islanders will play all their group games at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata. Their group campaign kicks off against Kerala Blasters on August 1, followed by CISF Protectors on August 5, and concludes against Punjab FC on August 11.
Mumbai City aims to nurture its reserve team by giving them opportunities to play on a bigger platform and showcase their skills in one of India's most esteemed tournaments.
Club CEO, Kandarp Chandra said, "We are thrilled to provide our young players with the opportunity to compete in the Durand Cup. This prestigious tournament offers a significant platform for them to showcase their talent and gain invaluable high-intensity match experience. Our aim is to expose these players to competitive environments that will foster their development and growth."
As the club plans for the future, Club Academy Director Dinesh Nair said, "Our primary focus is on the development of our young homegrown talents, and the Durand Cup offers an ideal platform to gain valuable game time and prepare them for the future. This experience is crucial for their growth and our long-term success."
Mumbai City Young Squad for Durand Cup 2024:
Goalkeepers: Shaury Sharma, Harsh Kadam
Defenders: Nikhil Shinde (Captain), Tanush Pandey, Arsh Bagwan, Mohd. Kaif Ansari, Sayyam Desai, Mihir Mohite, Parvez Shah
Midfielders: Aadil Sheikh, Eashan Sartape, Jamson Mutum, Kunal Raghav, Adithyan Prithviraj, Subhajit Belel
Forwards: Omkar Talkar, Mangthenlal Haokip, Harsh Patil, Mohd. Jaffer Mansoori, Yash Bisht, Mustafa Shaikh, Christopher Rajkumar
Head Coach: Mohan Dass
