Kolkata’s Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) kicks off their AFC Champions League Two journey with excitement, facing Turkmenistan’s Ahal FK on Tuesday. The team’s fresh signings could make all the difference in their push for continental glory, as highlighted on the Indian Super League (ISL) official website.
The Mariners, as MBSG fans love to call them, head into ACL 2 with big dreams. Their new players bring the skills needed to shine on this Asian stage. Under Spanish coach Jose Molina, the team had a blockbuster 2024-25 season. They defended the ISL League Shield and grabbed the ISL Cup, becoming just the second side to pull off the double. Plus, they set a record with 56 points from 24 games—talk about dominance!
One exciting addition is Brazilian playmaker Robson Robinho. He steps in after some changes in the squad, and he’ll need to hit the ground running in MBSG’s green and maroon. Robinho has a killer record in South Asian football, especially as a goal machine for Bangladesh’s Bashundhara Kings. His knack for scoring and setting up plays will fire up the Mariners’ attack in tough ACL 2 matches. Brazilian flair could be the secret weapon for their offense.
After losing defender Anwar Ali before the season, MBSG hunted for a solid Indian centre-back, and Mehtab Singh fits perfectly. The experienced star joins from Mumbai City FC, where he even played in the AFC Champions League. Mehtab’s strong defensive skills will shore up the backline, letting coach Molina mix things up when it counts.
With foreign defenders like Tom Aldred and Alberto Rodriguez already on board, Mehtab adds reliable depth. He can rotate in easily and even switch to right-back if needed, bringing that extra versatility to the defense.
Rounding out the new faces is versatile fullback Tekcham Abhishek Singh, who comes over from Punjab FC. This young talent showed his promise there and even earned a senior India national team debut against Maldives in March. Abhishek’s speed and energy will boost the squad’s depth, which is crucial for the grueling ACL 2 campaign.
As Mohun Bagan Super Giant eyes more success in the ISL and beyond, these signings promise an action-packed season. Fans can’t wait to see how they gel on the pitch!
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