Mumbay FC Unveils Squad for I-League 3 Debut

by FC April 25, 2026

Mumbay FC off their historic victoryin the Maharashtra State Senior Men’s Football League, they has officially announced its 33-man squad for the 2025–26 I-League 3 campaign.

I-League 3 serves as the gateway to professional national football in India. Competing in Group B, Mumbay FC will face rigorous competition in Imphal, Manipur, against established sides like TRAU FC and Clube de Salgaocar.

For a club that has rapidly ascended the Mumbai football pyramid, this tournament represents the ultimate litmus test in their quest for promotion to I-League 2.

The squad is anchored by a massive defensive unit and a creative midfield, designed to withstand the high-intensity environment of the group stages.

Goalkeepers

Leading from the back, Pratik Jhadav and Karandeep Singh bring reliable shot-stopping abilities, supported by the promising Abujjar.

Defenders

Mumbay FC has opted for significant depth in the backline, featuring standout names like Bikramjeet Singh and Mohammad Fayajuddin.

The defensive unit is characterized by its physicality and versatility:

Bikramjeet Singh, Floyd Dhrmai, Kaif Khan, Abhay Chetri, Jatinder Singh, Biswajit Orion, Sherif Khan, Bipin Rawat, Ashfak Khan, Rahul K, Alazhar – D, Mohammad Fayajuddin, Mohammad Sarif Khan.

Midfielders

The midfield features technical players capable of dictating the tempo, including Dhruvmil Pandya and Shreyas Vatekar, who were instrumental in the club’s state league success.

Rahul Rawat, Hafiz Khan, Dhruvmil Pandya, Shreyas Vatekar, Panmei – Z, Regan – A, Tyson Patel, Parag Dhanur, Mandeep Singh, Manav Mullick.

Forwards

Charging the attack are the clinical Tausif Malik and Nandha Kumar, tasked with providing the clinical edge in the final third.

Tausif Malik, Pritam Singh, Nandha Kumar, Rohit Mirza.

The club’s ambitions are reflected in its high-profile technical staff. The team is led by Head Coach Georgi Kostadinov Raev, a Bulgarian tactician whose European perspective is expected to modernize the team’s tactical approach.

Adding significant “big name” experience to the setup is Technical Advisor Malem Meitei. A former I-League winner with Bengaluru FC and a veteran of the Indian Super League (ISL) with NorthEast United and Mumbai City FC, Meitei’s deep knowledge of the Indian football ecosystem is a massive asset for the debutants.

Head Coach: Georgi Kostadinov Raev

Assistant Coach: Himanshu Chavan

Goalkeeper Coach: Shyam Sawant

Technical Advisor: Malem Meitei

Mumbay FC begins its journey in Imphal this week. With a squad built on the grit of Mumbai’s local leagues and the wisdom of seasoned professionals, the club is not just participating—they are competing for the top spot.

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