However, the team is focussed and are taking it one day at a time. Midfielder Jayesh Rane said, “We are definitely focussed towards winning the ISL League Winners Shield and the ISL title after that. And we are taking it one game at a time.”

Rane has been one of the key members of the Mumbai City FC engine room and his form will be important for the Islanders in the final rounds. “I don’t do anything special or extra before any big game, because I consider all the games equally important, and I like to keep things simple and train well. I like to ensure that I eat well and get enough rest, and talk to my wife, who is my support system.”

A true blue Mumbai boy, the 31-year-old is understandably delighted to be able to turn out for his home club. “I think it is a great opportunity to play for my home club and what makes it more special is the presence of the players in our squad. The likes of Alberto Noguera, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Jorge Pereyra Diaz and of course the whole squad always bring their A game to the table and it has been showing in the results,” he added.

For Rane, though, one of the most impressive players has been the young forward Vikram Partap Singh, who has really lit up the evenings at the Mumbai Football Arena. And Rane, who is always on the lookout for him in the attacking third, said, “I think Vikram Partap Singh is really doing well for Mumbai City FC. He is a gift that keeps giving and his dedication and hard work can be seen by one and all. He trains well and is getting the rewards with his goals.”

The combination of Vikram and Rane have worked well for the Islanders, with the latter also making significant contributions to the cause. And now, the duo and the rest of the squad have their blinkers on, as they look to tick of all the checkboxes and go full throttle in their hunt for silverware.
“The team is working very hard and we are doing everything we can to get the results. The thought of winning another trophy is a great source of motivation for us and we want to do it for the club and our fans,” he signed off.

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SGI will be providing them with on and off field representation whilst aiding them in their all-round career development. Indian under-23 internationals Jayesh Rane and Rahul Bheke, Ex- Afghanistan captain Zohib Islam Amiri, ‘India’s David Beckham’ Steven Dias, and Rohit Mirza has joined SGI’s stable with the group of players now awaiting news of their next destinations for the upcoming campaign.

SGI will guide the players from now on and will help them to choose the right direction on and off the field. It’s a terrific move to acquire the services of the players who are quite popular among the fans in India.

Most importantly, SGI Board of Directors has made it crystal clear that financial rewards from the work in the player representation market will be re-invested into grassroots development business which will provide an eco-system to the game.

Aizawl FC and I-league winner Jayesh Rane is extremely delighted by joining SGI: “I am extremely happy to sign with Sporting Group International. Adrian and Karan have a long-term plan for me, which I am confident of achieving with them. I look forward to working with them.”

Former Mumbai FC defender Rahul Bheke commented: “I’m very excited to begin this.  I completely trust my decision to join with them and cannot wait to join forces.  Together we will make it big.”

After signing with SGI, Amiri said: “Born and raised in Afghanistan, India feels like home now. I thank Adrian and Karan for the association with SGI and this huge international tie up.  I can’t wait to get started!”

Many players from SGI will be up for grabs in the upcoming ISL drafts which have also opened the door for the rest of the players who have missed out in the previous season. Lots of work still to be done but SGI is surely taking the right steps.

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