Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 16 (ANI): Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will start their AFC Champions League Two marketing campaign towards Turkmenistan’s Ahal FK on Tuesday, with their newest signings anticipated to play a vital function within the group’s continental ambitions, in keeping with the Indian Super League’s (ISL) official web site.
The Mariners are getting into the ACL 2 with excessive ambitions, and their new signings might be essential to their success on the continental stage.
Under the stewardship of Spanish head coach Jose Molina, MBSG loved a monumental 2024-25 season, efficiently defending the League Shield and paving the way in which to the Asian stage. The Mariners additionally clinched the ISL Cup final season to change into the second group to perform the ISL double whereas additionally etching their names in file books by garnering a staggering 56 factors from 24 video games.
The Mariners acquired the companies of the Brazilian playmaker Robson Robinho. Whether it is a like-for-like change or not, time will inform, however Robinho can have massive footwear to fill in MBSG colors.
With a confirmed observe file in South Asian soccer, Robinho has been a prolific purpose scorer for Bashundhara Kings in Bangladesh. His means to search out the again of the web and create alternatives for his teammates might be important in essential matches.
The Brazilian’s success might be a key issue for the Mariners’ offensive firepower.
Following the departure of Anwar Ali forward of the 2024-25 season, MBSG have been in the hunt for a reliable and skilled Indian centre-back, and Mehtab Singh ticks all of the packing containers to make his option to the Kolkata giants.
Mehtab comes with a robust defensive file and has featured within the AFC Champions League along with his former membership, Mumbai City FC. His addition will arguably strengthen MBSG’s backline, giving Molina an opportunity to experiment along with his defence when wanted.
With overseas defenders within the likes of Tom Aldred and Alberto Rodriguez already within the squad, Mehtab’s presence offers high quality cowl and permits for strategic rotation. He may fill in at right-back, providing himself as a dynamic choice to the coach.
A flexible fullback who can provide a burst of tempo and might seamlessly lower down the opposing group’s runs from the flank and thwart opponents’ fast countermoves.
Tekcham Abhishek Singh joined the Mariners from Punjab FC, the place he showcased his potential as an rising expertise. His constant progress helped him make his nationwide group debut towards the Maldives in March. Abhishek will add depth and power to the Mariners’ squad, which could possibly be important within the demanding continental match. (ANI)
