'Unfortunate': Tiger Shroff won’t play for Mumbai FC in Durand Cup; here's why
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff will miss his scheduled appearance for Mumbai FC in the Durand Cup due to a last-minute work commitment. Despite his absence, he expressed continued support for the team and the development of Indian football.
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Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff said on Sunday that he will not play for Mumbai FC in the ongoing Durand Cup 2026.Shroff was included in Mumbai FC’s squad for the tournament on July 28, leading to speculation that he could make his competitive debut for the club. However, he confirmed that a last-minute work commitment will prevent him from travelling to Shillong for Mumbai FC’s next match.The club’s co-owner Zoheb Amrani had earlier said Shroff could feature in at least one of Mumbai FC’s group-stage matches in Shillong.In a video posted on Mumbai FC’s official Instagram account, Shroff confirmed that he would miss the team’s match against Nongkseh SS & CC.“Really, really unfortunate, but a work commitment has come up at the last moment, so I won’t be able to make it to Shillong for the Durand Cup,” Shroff…
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