Overview
- Multiple outlets reported Williams receiving an Indian passport, with Bengaluru FC sharing a handover video featuring Sunil Chhetri.
- Williams and Nepal-born defender Abneet Bharti have been asked to join the Bengaluru camp ahead of the Nov. 18 match in Dhaka.
- AIFF sources say a no-objection certificate from Football Australia and remaining FIFA formalities are needed before confirming Williams for selection.
- Williams, 31, has one senior Australia appearance from a 2019 friendly, which allows a switch under FIFA eligibility rules.
- Bharti, 27, joins on a trial basis and will be evaluated in camp, while AIFF credits government support, including Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, for fast-tracking paperwork.