Etihad Airways Soars as Official Sponsor of Mumbai City FC
Etihad Airways has solidified its commitment to the Indian market and Mumbai City FC’s burgeoning reputation as a premier Indian football club by becoming the official sponsor of the team for multiple years, commencing with the 2024-25 season. This partnership marks a record-breaking duration in Indian football history and coincides with Etihad’s 20th anniversary of operations in India.
The Etihad Airways logo will be prominently displayed on the front of Mumbai City FC’s first and youth team match shirts and training kits from the 2024-25 season onwards. This partnership underscores the deep-rooted connection between the two organizations’ home countries and their shared values of teamwork and excellence.
“We are thrilled to welcome Etihad on board as our Official Front of Shirt Sponsor,” said Kandarp Chandra, CEO of Mumbai City FC. “Their endorsement is a testament to the high-quality football we play, our commitment to performance, and our pursuit of excellence both on and off the field. Both Etihad and Mumbai City are proud to represent global cities that seamlessly blend tradition with modernity.”
Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are delighted to welcome Mumbai City FC to the Etihad family. India remains a key strategic market for us, and we are committed to serving the Indian community with convenient connections from 11 destinations across India to the Middle East, Europe, and North America.”
To commemorate its 20th anniversary of flying to India, Etihad will deploy its A380 aircraft on the Mumbai-Abu Dhabi route from September 1st, further demonstrating its commitment to growth in the Indian market.