Kick-off to a new season

The JSW Group announced the launch of its football team Bengaluru Football Club at the Bangalore Football stadium recently.

The club unveiled the squad, the crest and the team colours on the occasion.

The evening began on a high note with local drummers playing percussion styles from
across the globe.

Adding colour to the evening, City-based band Swarathma got the crowd swaying to their tunes.

The songs that were sung included Ee Bhoomi, Pyar Ka Rang and Naane Daari.
A display of fireworks unveiled the name of the club, which was followed by a laser show that revealed the club’s crest.

The evening came to an end with the introduction of the squad.

The team will be making their debut this season and will be playing all the home matches at the Bangalore Football Stadium.

The squad consists of Sunil Chhetri, Robin Singh, John Johnson, Malemnganba Metei, Karan Sawhney, Gurtej Singh, Keegan Pereira, Darren Caldeira, Rino Anto, Bruno Colaco, Pawan Kumar, Don Bosco Andrew, Ricardo Cardozo, Lazorama Fanai, Vishal
Kumar, Kutty Mani and Thoi Singh.

About the launch, Parth Jindal, CEO of Bengaluru FC, said, “Launching Bengaluru FC is the start of something special. It is going to be the endeavour of this club to have the best talent in the country on board and our team, which we have unveiled today, is proof of that. The club is going to give the City many reasons to cheer
and we can’t wait for the season to begin.” 

Ashley Westwood, coach of the club, said, “These are exciting times for Bengaluru FC together with JSW. I feel privileged to be a manager here and the players should be privileged as well to represent Bengaluru as a city and JSW. We will, without
doubt, be the most organised outfit in the I-league and we look forward to many
successful years with the club.”

Robin Singh, India striker, said he is pleased to be part of the Bengaluru FC.
“I’ve already taken a liking to the City. The vibe and football frenzy is something I could get used to. I’m looking forward to a great season with the club and I hope
the fans in Bengaluru come out in support of us,” he said

The packed stadium saw people from different walks of life cheering for the
Bengaluru FC.

“I’m a huge football fan, which is why I am here. It feels good to be here and to have watched the unveiling,” said Sharan, a student.

For some, like Kiran, it was the experience that counted.

“It's the first time I have come to such an event.

Plus, I have always had a keen interest in football. It’s been a good experience,” said the college student.