Mumbai, 8 October 2026: Mumbai City FC and the Indian Super Gaming League (ISGL) will continue their association for another season, building on a successful partnership at the intersection of football, gaming and digital culture. The renewed collaboration reflects both organisations’ commitment to creating engaging experiences for fans and strengthening the connection between sport and India’s rapidly evolving gaming ecosystem.
The partnership brings together Mumbai City FC’s strong connection with football fans and ISGL’s growing presence in India’s esports ecosystem. The collaboration aims to create engaging experiences that connect football and gaming while giving fans and young audiences new ways to interact with both brands.
As part of the renewed association, ISGL will continue to be integrated into the Club’s matchday and digital ecosystem, with branding and visibility across relevant platforms. The partnership will also explore a series of content-led initiatives and fan engagement activities throughout the season, creating opportunities to bring football and esports together.
Mr. Bimal Parekh, Co-Owner of Mumbai City FC, said:
“Over years, our partnership with ISGL has given us an opportunity to explore the growing connection between football, gaming and the next generation of sports fans. We are pleased to continue this association and build on what we have created together. ISGL shares our belief in engaging younger audiences through sport, technology and entertainment, and we look forward to bringing fans more exciting experiences at the intersection of football and gaming.”
Santanu Basu, Founder of ISGL, said:
“It’s great to renew our partnership with Mumbai City FC and continue working together to support the growth of Indian football and esports. Saransh, who represented Mumbai City FC in ISGL 2026, also went on to represent India at the Esports World Cup in Paris. Stories like his are exactly why partnerships like these matter—we want to keep identifying and nurturing the right talent that can shape the future of Indian gaming.”
About Mumbai City FC
Mumbai City FC, formed in August 2014, is a club competing in the Indian Super League (ISL), the top tier of Indian football. The club also participates in the Super Cup (since 2017) and the Durand Cup (since 2022). Fondly known as The Islanders, Mumbai City FC won the ISL League and ISL Cup double in the 2020/21 season. The club has also lifted the ISL League Shield in 2022/23 and the ISL Cup in 2023/24, winning an enviable four trophies for the club. In Asia, Mumbai City FC competed in the AFC Champions League in 2022 and in the 2023/24 seasons, becoming the first Indian club to register wins in the continent’s premier club competition. Mumbai City FC is owned by actor Ranbir Kapoor and businessman Bimal Parekh. The club plays its home matches at the Mumbai Football Arena in Andheri, Mumbai. The club’s crest houses key elements that represent the city of Mumbai and is a reflection of the city’s dynamism and relentless attitude while also reflecting the modern values that define the city and the club.
