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'Meticulous planning, domestic knowledge & global expertise' - How CFG India CEO Damian Willoughby helped concoct Mumbai City FC's ISL success!

The Islanders have won their first silverware of the season and credit must go down to the work behind the scenes under Willoughby's leadership...

When the City Football Group (CFG) made their foray into India, bringing Indian Super League (ISL) side Mumbai City FC under their umbrella, a lot was naturally expected of them.

The entire Indian football ecosystem watched keenly to see how an entity that has a presence all over the world will adapt to the unique challenges that India had to offer. Eight months down the line, they've been left pleasantly surprised, as Mumbai City FC stormed their way to the ISL League Winners Shield, securing a spot in next year's AFC Champions League.