India's football team arrived in London depleted and distraught, with Khalid Jamil's men flying in on the final day of the Premier League. The team's participation in the Unity Cup created a buzz in India, but it was the wrong kind.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant's refusal to release seven players, citing the FIFA window, has left the All India Football Federation (AIFF) fuming. The club had not informed AIFF on time, and the delay led to a last-minute scramble for visas and tickets.
The incident is a mismanagement on a large scale, reminiscent of West Ham's poor investment of Declan Rice's transfer money. Mohun Bagan's actions have left the Indian football team without its first-choice players, and the AIFF is left to deal with the consequences.
The club's decision to not inform AIFF on time has raised questions about their professionalism and management. The incident has also highlighted the need for better communication and coordination between clubs and the federation.
