Archive · 19 Aug 2025
Mohun Bagan Players Skip National Camp; Coach Adjusts
The Indian national soccer team is having a training camp, but seven players from Mohun Bagan didn't show up.
This is because the tournament is not during the time FIFA says clubs have to let players go.
The coach is still preparing with other players.
India is going to play against teams like Tajikistan, Iran, and Afghanistan.
Mohun Bagan is also getting ready for a big match in the AFC Champions League.
Seven Mohun Bagan players did not join the Indian national team camp in Bengaluru.
The camp is preparing for the CAFA Nations Cup, outside the FIFA window.
India will face Tajikistan, Iran, and Afghanistan in the tournament.
Coach Khalid Jamil has selected players outside the initial list of 35.
Mohun Bagan is preparing for the AFC Champions League 2.
- Who
- Mohun Bagan players, Indian national team, Coach Khalid Jamil.
- What
- Seven Mohun Bagan players did not report to the national team camp.
- When
- The camp is ongoing, preparing for the CAFA Nations Cup.
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- The tournament is outside the FIFA window, and Mohun Bagan has a Champions League match.
Mohun Bagan's Position
AIFF's Position
Club vs. Country Priorities
Mohun Bagan's Position
Focus on club commitments and AFC Champions League.
AIFF's Position
National team requires all available players.
- Team
- Mohun Bagan
- Players Absent
- 7
- Camp Location
- Bengaluru
- Tournament
- CAFA Nations Cup
- Next Match
- AFC Champions League 2, September 16
Sources
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