India On Track Football Club (IOT FC) is a Mumbai-based football team competing in the Elite Division of the Mumbai Football Association (MFA). Founded as part of India On Track's (IOT) commitment to youth sports development, the club has quickly progressed through the ranks, achieving 4 consecutive promotions in 4 seasons, and consistently performing at a high level. With a focus on grassroots training and player development, IOT FC is dedicated to nurturing young talent, blending local potential with international best practices.
Yash Shah - Head Coach
C Licence, B. Tech Mechanical Engineer
Vishal Rathod - Assistant Coach
B License, HSC.
Rishabh Vishwakarma - Assistant Coach
C Diploma + Foreign Licence ( Premier Skill phase 1 phase 2 ) + Blue Cubs Level 1 + Mumbai City Grassroots Course
Ubaid Ali - Goalkeeper Coach
D License
Akshay Chavan - S&C Coach
CPT from Exercise Science Academy
IOT FC’s first season was in the 3rd Division of the Mumbai Football Association’s leagues. Limited resources meant no ground, no proper kits, and no funds for equipment. Instead, the team trained at Juhu Beach, with players from India On Track’s employees and young local athletes.
For their second season, they restrategised, and properly scouted young players from all across Mumbai. The Head Coach Albinus “Rob” Chettiar and Assistant Coach Agnel Chettiar, along with IOT’s management, brought about improvement and renewed energy into the team. In spite of persisting training constraints, IOT FC won their 1st of the 4 back to back promotions with a 4th place finish in 2019.
As the world shut down, IOT FC stayed connected through regular online coaching sessions during lockdown. This innovative approach attracted 700 children from across India, making them pioneers in virtual football training during this period.
It's easy to turn one's dreams into reality. The challenge is when they belong to others. It is easier to make millions than to make a difference.
Gaurav Modwel, Chairman, IOT FC
Resilience and perseverance became the core values of the club, and under the mentorship of LALIGA Technical Director Miguel Casal, the team finished 2nd on the table, against 50 other teams, and clinched their 2nd promotion - this time into the 1st Division of MFA.
Chairman Gaurav Modwel took personal charge of the team to ensure continuity. Newly appointed Head Coach Yash Shah and a seasoned coaching team carried on this winning mindset and momentum. Through an undefeated season, they won their 1st trophy and 3rd consecutive promotion!
After becoming Champions of the 1st Division, the team flew into the next season just 4 months later. In a season that spanned over 7 months, the team battled through injuries and games being postponed. At the end of the season in March 2024, the team finished 2nd, remaining invincible and incredible!
12 WINS
46 GOALS SCORED
10 CLEAN SHEETS
In the last 2 seasons of the MFA Senior Men’s Leagues in Mumbai, IOT FC has not lost a single game - in spite of having matches where they have been 1 man down, defending against Mumbai City FC for over 60 minutes, and completing the match in a 0-0 draw. Currently, the team is over 30 games unbeaten, and has started their Elite season with 2 wins!
IOTFC have been crowned Champions of the MFA Mumbai Premier League 2024-25, creating history with five promotions in five consecutive seasons. From the lower divisions to the top, the team’s journey has been inspiring and shows what dedication, teamwork, and belief can achieve.
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