Mumbai City FC Strengthens Defense with Sahil Panwar SigningMumbai City FC Strengthens Defense with Sahil Panwar Signing Mumbai City FC has announced the acquisition of 24-year-old defender Sahil Panwar on a free transfer for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season (2024-25). Panwar has inked a one-year contract that will retain him at the club until the season’s conclusion. Upon signing, Panwar expressed his excitement: “I am overjoyed to be joining Mumbai City FC, a club with a prestigious past and unwavering aspirations. I appreciate the opportunity and am dedicated to making a significant contribution to the team’s success. I eagerly anticipate meeting my teammates, Coach Petr Kratky, and the club’s fantastic supporters.” Petr Kratky, Mumbai City FC Head Coach, hailed Panwar’s qualities: “Sahil Panwar has consistently been one of the league’s most reliable defenders. His valuable experience and abilities will assist us in achieving our objectives. His defensive prowess will be essential for us next season. We enthusiastically welcome him to the team and eagerly anticipate collaborating with him.” Sahil Panwar’s Career Highlights Hailing from Dehradun, Panwar began his professional career as a member of the Pune FC academy, where he impressed in the Subroto Cup before earning a place on the team. He eventually joined FC Pune City and made his ISL debut in January 2018. Panwar has since played for Hyderabad FC and Odisha FC, establishing himself as a dependable defender. During his 70-appearance ISL career, the left-handed Panwar has made 88 interceptions, won 230 duels, 83 aerial duels, and recovered 270 possessions. He has also represented India at the U-20 level and captained the squad at the 2017 SAFF U-18 Championship.
For the upcoming season of the Indian Super League (ISL 2024-25), Mumbai City FC confirmed the signing of 24-year-old defender Sahil Panwar on a free transfer. Sahil has signed a one-year contract, which will keep him with the club until the end of the 2024-25 season.
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Sahil Panwar said about the signing: “I am delighted to be joining Mumbai City FC, a club with a rich history and strong ambitions that continue to deliver season after season. I am grateful for the opportunity and am determined to work hard to contribute to the success of the club. I look forward to meeting my new teammates, Coach Petr Kratky and the club’s great fan base.”
Petr Kratky – Head Coach, Mumbai City FC said: “Sahil Panwar has been one of the most consistent defenders in the league for some time now. His valuable experience and skills will help us achieve our goals. We have seen him play and his qualities at the back will be crucial for us next season. We are looking forward to having him here and working with him.”
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Sahil Panwar Career
Hailing from Dehradun, Sahil started his professional career with Pune FC academy, where he earned a spot after impressing in the Subroto Cup. During his time with the club, Sahil also captained the U-18 team. He later joined FC Pune City and made his ISL debut in January 2018. Sahil went on to play for Hyderabad FC and Odisha FC, where he established himself as a reliable defender.
In his 70-appearance ISL career, the left-handed defender has made 88 interceptions, 230 duels won, 83 aerial duels won and 270 recoveries. He has represented India at the U-20 level and captained the team at the 2017 SAFF U-18 Championship.
