Mumbai City FC Appoint Ashvir Singh Johal As Head Coach For Remainder Of 2026–27 Season
Mumbai, November 14, 2026: Mumbai City FC have announced the appointment of Ashvir Singh Johal as the Club’s new Head Coach for the remainder of the 2026–27 season. Born in Leicester, England, Johal began his footballing journey as both a player and coach at his local non-league club, Guru Nanak Gurdwara FC. He subsequently joined Leicester City’s academy, where he spent ten years coaching across…
Mumbai City FC have appointed Ashvir Singh Johal as their new Head Coach for the remainder of the 2026-27 season. Johal, born in Leicester, England, began his coaching career at his local non-league club, Guru Nanak Gurdwara FC. He then joined Leicester City's academy, where he spent ten years coaching youth players up to the Under-18 level.
Following a stint as Assistant Coach to Kolo Touré at Wigan Athletic in the English Championship, Johal moved to Como in Italy, working as Assistant Coach to Cesc Fabregas with the club's Primavera setup. Before joining Morecambe FC in 2025, Johal spent time at Notts County's B team between 2024-25. He is known for his emphasis on player development, coaching methodology and creating pathways for young players.
Mumbai City FC welcomed Johal, stating that he shares their footballing philosophy and can take the team forward while maintaining the club's standards. Johal expressed his excitement to join the club and lead the team, emphasizing his focus on building a strong collective and preparing the team to compete at the highest level.
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