Akash Mishra named Mumbai City FC captain; club's squad reveal pays tribute to Marathi theatre
Mumbai City FC have named defender Akash Mishra captain for the new ISL season and used the leadership group announcement to honour Marathi theatre.
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The new season of the Indian Super League (ISL) is about to begin, and football fans are eager for it. Ahead of the season, teams are announcing their squads. Mumbai City FC have named their new captain, and while announcing the various roles in the team, the club paid a distinctive tribute to Marathi theatre.
Akash Mishra has been handed the captaincy of the Mumbai side for the new season. The team is ready for the campaign under head coach Manolo Marquez. In the leadership group, Carlos Delgado is vice-captain. Brandon Fernandes will serve as third captain and Vanlalpuia as fourth captain.
The club said it was confident that this group of experienced players would give the team direction on and off the field. Mishra is regarded as a dependable defender. He now has the responsibility of leading the side as well. His focus will be on keeping the players together, upholding the team's values and motivating everyone to perform well on the field.
Mishra expressed his happiness after being appointed captain. He said it was a great honour for him to lead Mumbai City FC. He thanked the club for the faith it had shown. He also made clear that the entire leadership group would work together and try to deliver performances that make the fans proud.
Head coach Manolo Marquez also backed the new leadership group. He said Akash is a dedicated player and understands the responsibility of representing Mumbai City FC. Marquez said he was confident Akash would set an example for others through his performances. He also noted that the team would benefit from the experience of Carlos, Brandon and Vanlalpuia.
When the club announced the squad on social media, it paid heartfelt tribute to the rich tradition of Marathi theatre. The club's initiative honours Marathi theatre, an important part of Maharashtra's cultural heritage. The announcement of the new season's team has thus taken on a cultural flavour, and it has drawn the attention of lovers of Marathi culture as well as sports fans.
Mumbai City FC's campaign in the new season will begin on October 11 at the Fatorda Stadium in Goa. The team will face Churchill Brothers FC there, with the match starting at 7.30 pm.
