Throughout the tournament, the Mumbai-based side proved to be a formidable force. With an impressive record of nine wins and just one loss, they dominated the group stage and quickly emerged as one of the most promising teams in the competition
Several of the squad members are success stories of the club’s academy, which resumed full operations post-COVID in the 2022–23 season
Mumbai City FC’s Under-15 team captured widespread attention with their exceptional performance in the 2024 AIFF Junior Youth League. Displaying maturity and talent beyond their years, the young Islanders enjoyed a stellar campaign, ultimately bowing out in the quarter-finals in heartbreaking fashion, losing to East Bengal FC on penalties on May 22.
Throughout the tournament, the Mumbai-based side proved to be a formidable force. With an impressive record of nine wins and just one loss, they dominated the group stage and quickly emerged as one of the most promising teams in the competition. Their consistent performances were a reflection not only of their on-field prowess but also of the club’s steadfast investment in grassroots football and structured youth development.
What set Mumbai City FC apart was their unwavering commitment to nurturing local talent. The squad was composed entirely of players from Mumbai, reinforcing the club’s long-term vision of building a robust pipeline of homegrown footballers. This approach extends beyond just players, it also includes developing local coaches and creating a sustainable ecosystem for football in the city.
Several of the squad members are success stories of the club’s academy, which resumed full operations post-COVID in the 2022–23 season. Players like Tanishq Pandya, Moksh Girap, Veer Chothani, Arnav Singh, Advik Majumder, Siddhant Chiplunkar, Ayush Koul, and Swaraj More were part of the initial intake into the U13 squad when the academy restarted. Having spent two seasons within the system, they graduated to the U15 team and played vital roles in this campaign.
Others, including Livaan Mittal, Shvet Patil, Nirrvan Tikone, Anuj Kale, Samridh Jha, Devansh Wayal, Neil Mathew, Hridhaan Pawar, and Tathagat Eleswarapu, were identified during the club’s 2023–24 scouting trials. They joined the U13s and quickly advanced to the U15 setup for the 2024–25 season, demonstrating rapid development and adaptability.
Viraj Arora, another standout talent, joined the U15s in the 2023–24 season as one of the younger members and impressed with his growth trajectory. Rian Uniyal and Ranvir Chona were unearthed through local league scouting initiatives and earned their spots in the 2024–25 intake, further highlighting the club’s deep-rooted connection with grassroots football.
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