Etihad Airways has announced its multi-year partnership with Mumbai City FC for the 2024-25 season. 

The move demonstrates Etihad's continued commitment to the Indian market and Mumbai City's profile as it has won two Indian Super League titles and two Indian Super League cups. Etihad Airways is also the sponsor of Manchester City, the English club part of the same ownership team - City Football Group.

The deal, coincides with Etihad celebrating 20 years of flying to India and will see the airlines logo on the front-of-the-shirt of Mumbai City FC’s team match shirts and training kits from the 2024-25 season.

The partnership builds upon the decades-long connection between the home countries of the two organisations and reinforces the shared values of teamwork and excellence. 

Both the club and the airline aim to bring people together and give flight to ambition.

Kandarp Chandra, CEO, Mumbai City FC, said, “We are incredibly happy to bring Etihad on board as our official front of shirt sponsor. Their endorsement is a testament to the brand of football Mumbai City plays - one that is committed to performance and the pursuit of excellence on and off the field. Both Etihad and Mumbai City are proud to represent resilient global cities that balance tradition with modernity."

Antonoaldo Neves, chief executive officer, Etihad Airways, added, “We strive to enrich our presence in the Indian market through relevant and meaningful partnerships, and we’re thrilled to welcome Mumbai City FC to the Etihad family. India continues to be a strategically important market for Etihad and we remain committed to serving the Indian community with convenient connections from 11 destinations across India to the Middle East, Europe and North America. Through our partnership with Mumbai City FC, we hope to bring joy to the football-loving community across Mumbai."