Williams, Bharti give up foreign citizenship to join India camp

AIFF opens door for Indian-origin overseas-based- players to play for the Blue Tigers

- PRESS TRUST OF INDIA

In what could mark a new beginning for Indian football, the game's national federation AIFF has roped in two overseas-based players ~ Ryan Williams and Abneet Bharti ~ for the national camp ahead of the AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in Dhaka November 18.

The move reflects a bold shift in approach by the federation, opening the door for Indian-origin players and those willing to give up foreign citizenship to represent the country.

If cleared, both players will join the squad in Dhaka for the November 18 qualifier in a development that could open the door for many more such aspirants and signal a new, inclusive phase for Indian football.