Overview
- The All India Football Federation confirmed that Ryan Williams and defender Jay Gupta have joined the senior camp in Bengaluru under head coach Khalid Jamil.
- Williams became eligible after surrendering his Australian passport and receiving Indian citizenship, in line with rules that do not allow dual nationality.
- His citizenship handover was conducted by Sunil Chhetri at Bengaluru FC’s training facility, where Williams plays in the Indian Super League.
- The camp is preparing for India’s AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in Dhaka on November 18, with training having begun on Thursday.
- Williams’ inclusion follows AIFF invitations to overseas-based players such as Abneet Bharti and echoes the earlier precedent set by Izumi Arata.