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Tiger Shroff Set for Professional Football Debut? Bollywood Star Registered in Mumbay FC Squad for Durand Cup
The actor could make his first competitive football appearance in Mumbay FC’s final group-stage match as the club prepares for its maiden Durand Cup campaign.
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff is reportedly on the verge of achieving a long-held sporting dream, with reports suggesting he has been registered as part of Mumbay FC’s squad for the 135th Durand Cup and could soon make his professional football debut.
The 36-year-old actor, known for his fitness and action-packed films, has been training regularly with the club and is expected to feature in the team’s final group-stage fixture if selected.
Tiger Shroff Training With Mumbay FC
According to reports, Tiger Shroff has officially registered with Mumbay FC and has been participating in regular training sessions alongside the squad ahead of the prestigious tournament.
A source quoted in media reports said the actor is likely to make an appearance in the club’s final group-stage match.”Tiger has registered with the team and is most likely to make an appearance in the final group-stage match. He has been training regularly with the squad. Mumbay FC will travel to Shillong on July 30 for their group-stage fixtures,” the source said.
While the club has not yet confirmed whether Shroff will be included in the playing XI, his registration has generated significant excitement among football and Bollywood fans alike.
A Special Connection With the Club
Tiger Shroff shares a close association with Mumbay FC.
He inaugurated the club in 2024 and has since been associated with it as its brand ambassador, supporting its vision of promoting grassroots football and nurturing young talent.
His potential appearance in the Durand Cup would mark a unique crossover between Indian cinema and professional football.
Mumbay FC’s Rapid Rise
Founded with the ambition of climbing India’s football pyramid, Mumbay FC has made impressive progress in a short period.
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The club won the inaugural Maharashtra State Club League Championship before finishing third in I-League 3 last season, a performance that secured qualification for the Durand Cup for the first time in its history.
Placed in Group E, Mumbay FC will face Shillong Lajong FC, Nongkseh Sports & Cultural Club, and Langsning FC, with all of their group-stage matches scheduled to be played in Shillong.
Joining Bollywood’s Football Connection
If Tiger Shroff takes the field, he will become one of the latest Bollywood personalities to be associated directly with Indian football.
Actor John Abraham, who co-owns NorthEast United FC, has already enjoyed success in the sport, with the club winning the previous two editions of the Durand Cup.
Tiger’s involvement is expected to bring additional attention to one of India’s most historic football competitions.
About the Durand Cup
The Durand Cup is the oldest football tournament in Asia and the third-oldest football competition in the world. Established in 1888 in Shimla by Sir Mortimer Durand, the tournament originally served as a recreational competition for British troops before evolving into one of India’s most prestigious football championships.
Today, it features clubs from the Indian Super League (ISL), teams from the I-League, and armed forces sides. The competition begins with a round-robin group stage, after which the top-performing teams advance to the knockout rounds before the eventual champion is crowned.
If Tiger Shroff makes his anticipated debut, it would be a memorable moment not only for the actor but also for Indian football, bringing fresh attention to the country’s oldest and most celebrated tournament.
