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Hyderabad FC

Hyderabad Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Hyderabad, Telangana.[3][4] The club competes in the Indian Super League, the top flight of Indian football. Founded on 27 August 2019, the club replaced Pune City. The club began their first professional season in October 2019.

Hyderabad FC
Full nameHyderabad Football Club
Nickname(s)The Nizams
Short nameHFC
Founded27 August 2019; 5 years ago (2019-08-27)
GroundG. M. C. Balayogi Athletic Stadium
Capacity18,000[1]
OwnersB.C. Jindal Group
Head coachThangboi Singto
LeagueIndian Super League
2023–24Indian Super League, 12th of 12
Playoffs: DNQ
Websitehyderabadfc.co.in
Current season
Active departments of Hyderabad FC
Football
(Men's) 		Football
(Reserves
& Academy) 		eSports[2]

On 16 June 2020, German club Borussia Dortmund struck a partnership deal with the club for grassroots development. Hyderabad play their home matches at the G.M.C Balayogi Athletic Stadium in the Hyderabad suburb of Gachibowli. The stadium has a capacity of about 30,000 for matches.

Hyderabad played their inaugural match on 25 October 2019, suffering a 0–5 defeat to ATK. The club completed their first season in the Indian Super League in 10th place, failing to qualify for the playoffs. The club won their first ever championship in the 2021–22 ISL by defeating Kerala Blasters 3–1 penalties in the final.

History

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Formation

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In February 2019, it was reported that Indian Super League side Pune City were struggling financially and that their owners were looking to sell the club.[5] The club reportedly were behind on paying players and had also attempted to discuss merging with local rivals Mumbai City.[5] After the 2018–19 season, Pune City released all their players and participated in the Super Cup using academy players.[6]

On 26 August 2019, it was reported by the Hindustan Times that Pune City had disbanded and that former Kerala Blasters CEO Varun Tripuraneni had bought a majority stake in the club.[7] Neither then Pune City CEO Gaurav Modwel or Tripuraneni confirmed the reports. However, the next day, on 27 August 2019, it was announced that Hyderabad would replace Pune City for the 2019–20 season, with Tripuraneni and businessman Vijay Madduri buying the ownership rights to the team.[8] The club's branding and first kits were then revealed prior to their first season on 29 September 2019.[9]

Inaugural season

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On 29 August 2019, it was announced that Phil Brown, the last head coach of Pune City, would be the first head coach for Hyderabad.[10] In late September, just before the start of the 2019–20 season, it was revealed that Hyderabad had signed almost every player from Pune City's final squad.[11]

The club played their first ever match on 25 October 2019 against ATK at the Salt Lake Stadium. They were defeated 0–5 in a match which Brown described as "not our usual standards".[12] Hyderabad then succumbed to defeat again in their second match against Jamshedpur. Marcelinho scored the first goal for the club's history but could not prevent his side's 1–3 defeat.[13] The club finally earned their first victory in their third match on 2 November 2019 against the Kerala Blasters. This was also Hyderabad's first home match. Goals from Marko Stanković and Marcelinho helped Hyderabad to a 2–1 victory.[14]

On 11 January 2020, with the club in last place in the table, with just one victory and two draws from 12 matches, Brown and the club decided to part ways.[15] Former India international Mehrajuddin Wadoo took over as caretaker for one match before assistant coach Xavier Gurri López became interim coach for the rest of the season.[16][17] The club finished their season with a 5–1 victory over NorthEast United on 20 February 2020.[18] Overall, the club finished the season in last place and failed to qualify for the ISL playoffs.[19]

2020–21 season

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Ahead of the 2020–21 Indian Super League season, Hyderabad appointed Manolo Márquez as their head coach[20] after Albert Roca mutually parted ways with the club when he was approached by FC Barcelona to become their fitness coach.[21]

Hyderabad FC began their second competitive season on 23 November with a win against Odisha FC.[22] After struggling early in the season, the team made a decent comeback, as they had an unbeaten run which lasted for 12 matches. They managed to get 29 points from 20 games, which includes six wins, three losses and eleven draws. Their last game against FC Goa became crucial for them as they needed a win to qualify into the playoffs. After having a goalless draw against Goa, Hyderabad narrowly missed the play-offs as they finished 5th in the league table.[23][24]

2021–22 season

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In their third season of the Indian Super League, Hyderabad FC won their maiden title on March 20, 2022 in Margao, Goa. They beat Kerala Blasters 3-1 on penalties after the match finished 1-1 after extra time.  

Hyderabad FC goalkeeper Laxmikant Kattimani saved four penalties in the shootout, including one that was retaken after being saved initially.[25]

2022-23 season

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In their fourth season of the Indian Super League, Hyderabad FC finished 2nd in the table to directly qualify for the Semi-Final and avoiding Knockout match.[26] They went on to lose to ATK Mohun Bagan in a 2 legged semifinal.

2023-24 season

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Ahead of the 2023–24 Indian Super League season, Hyderabad appointed Conor Nestor as their first team coach who will become their head coach once he acquires his UEFA Pro License, after Manolo Márquez mutually parted ways with the club. Until then, Thangboi Singto will act as the head coach and Shameel Chembakath will act as his assistant.[27]

The club also confirmed the departures of Odei Onaindia, Borja Herrera, Akash Mishra, Joel Chianese, Halicharan Narzary and Javier Siverio. Afterwards, Jonathan Moya, Joe Knowles, Petteri Pennanen and Felipe Amorim became the high profile incomings.[28]

On 3 May 2023, Mohun Bagan SG were confirmed 2023-24 AFC Cup preliminary round slot after a 3–1 win via penalties over Hyderabad FC.

In their 3rd ever appearance in the Durand Cup group stages, they finished second in group E, behind Chennaiyin FC, and above Delhi FC and Tribhuvan Army. They beat Tribhuvan Army 3-0, lost to Chennaiyin 1-3 and drew with Delhi FC 1-1 in their campaign.[29] They finished 5th out of the six 2nd placed teams and hence, couldn't qualify for the knockout stage.[30]

Crest, colours and kits

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Charminar, the official Hyderabad FC logo features

The team colours and logo for Hyderabad were unveiled on 21 September 2019.[31] The club colours are yellow and black. According to the club, the logo is titled "Reliving Hyderabad's Football Legacy" and is meant to represent Hyderabad and the city's heritage.[31] The logo features the minarets from the Charminar in the city and Koh-i-Noor diamonds.[32] According to Hyderabad co-owner Vijay Madduri, the logo "is inspired from the city's history, we now hope that HFC will be a great boost for the sport in the region... we can give a boost to the legacy that is already present in the city's history and roots."[32]

Kit manufacturers and shirt sponsors

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Period Kit manufacturer Principal sponsor Back sponsor Chest sponsor Sleeve sponsor
2019-20 Reyaur[33] Jai Raj Steel Penna Cement
2020-21 T10 Sports Andslite[34] Polyhose[35] Vijay Sales[36] The Good Sport Company[37]
2021-22 Hummel[38] DafaNews[39] Hello Eggs
2022-23 Stake News[40] Spartek Pallavi Schools
2023-24
2024-25 Jindal India Continental Hospitals

Stadium

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GMC Athletic Stadium in Gachibowli, home of Hyderabad FC.

Hyderabad play their home matches at the G.M.C Balayogi Athletic Stadium, located in the Hyderabad suburb of Gachibowli.[1] A multi-purpose stadium, the stadium is mainly used to host football matches and was built in 2002 prior to the 2003 Afro-Asian Games.[41] The stadium used to host matches for Fateh Hyderabad in the I-League 2nd Division but the club relocated after saying that the "pitch was not in good shape".[1] Prior to Hyderabad's first season, the grass was relaid and the stadium was renovated and cleaned in anticipation of the 2019–20 season.[1]

Supporters

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In a very short period of time Hyderabad FC have managed to get local support from the city fans. In their first home match against Kerala Blasters, more than 14,000 people came to support the club which they won by 2-1. Deccan Legion is active fan group of Hyderabad FC.[42]

Ownership

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The current co-owners of Hyderabad are Staicu Adrian, Varun Tripuraneni, and Rana Daggubati. Madduri, the chief executive officer of the Hyderabad-based company Incessant Technologies, said that he was looking forward to his "significant role in developing football in the state, reviving its past glory".[43] Tripuraneni is the former CEO of the Kerala Blasters, another Indian Super League side. During the club's announcement, Tripuraneni said "It is a proud moment for me, to be co-owner of Hyderabad FC. Hyderabad is a city with great football culture. I look forward to working with key stakeholders and building a strong foundation for the club, which will eventually contribute to society and do the city proud. Our immediate task is to prepare for the new season".[43]

On 24 October 2019, it was announced that prominent Telugu actor Rana Daggubati would also join Madduri and Tripuraneni as a co-owner of the club.[44] After acquiring ownership, Daggubati stated "Hyderabad has a great legacy with the sport. This team, therefore, is a chance to rekindle that legacy."[44] In 2024 BC Jindal Group takes over Hyderabad FC, clearing all the financial issues which the club was facing from the start of 2023-24 Indian Super League season .

Players

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First-team squad

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As of 27 October 2024[45][46]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
1 GK   IND Arshdeep Singh
3 DF   IND Mohammed Rafi
4 DF   IND Alex Saji (captain)
5 MF   BRA Andrei Alba
6 DF   IND Parag Shrivas
7 FW   GNB Edmilson Correia
8 MF   IND Ayush Adhikari
9 FW   BRA Allan Paulista
10 MF   IND Ramhlunchhunga
11 FW   JPN Cy Goddard
14 MF   IND Lalchhanhima Sailo
17 MF   IND Abhijit PA
18 MF   IND Rashid Madambillath
20 DF   IND Vijay Marandi
No. Pos. Nation Player
22 MF   IND Aron Vanlalrinchhana
23 FW   IND Joseph Sunny
24 MF   IND Lenny Rodrigues
25 DF   IND Leander D'Cunha
27 FW   IND Sourav K
28 MF   IND Isaac Vanmalsawma
29 FW   IND Devendra Murgaonkar
33 GK   IND Lalbiakhlua Jongte
41 DF   IND Manoj Mohammed
43 DF   IND Soyal Joshy
50 GK   IND Aaryan Saroha
65 DF   SRB Stefan Šapić
77 MF   IND Abdul Rabeeh

Former players

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Main article: List of Hyderabad FC players

Reserves

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Main article: Hyderabad FC Reserves

Personnel

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Current technical staff

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As of 19 September 2024

Position Name
Head coach   Thangboi Singto
Assistant coach   Shameel Chembakath
Goalkeeping coach   Rory Grand
Head of Performance Analysis   Joy Gabriel
Fitness coach   Pushpendra Singh Kushwaha

Records and statistics

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Head coaches record

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As of 26 October 2024
Name Nationality From To P W D L GF GA Win%
Phil Brown   England 29 August 2019[47] 11 January 2020[48] 12 1 2 9 12 29 008.33
Mehrajuddin Wadoo (caretaker)   India 11 January 2020[49] 24 January 2020[17] 1 0 1 0 1 2 000.00
Xavier Gurri López (interim)   Spain 24 January 2020[17] 1 June 2020[50] 5 1 2 2 8 8 020.00
Albert Roca   Spain 1 June 2020[50] 29 August 2020[51] 0 0 0 0 0 0 !—
Manolo Márquez   Spain 31 August 2020[52] 31 May 2023[53] 57 27 18 12 95 53 047.37
Thangboi Singto   India 7 July 2023[53] present 30 2 6 22 19 59 006.67

Team records

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As of 31 December 2022

eSports

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The organizers of ISL introduced eISL, a FIFA video game tournament, for the ISL playing clubs, each represented by two players. Hyderabad FC hosted a series of qualifying games for all the participants wanting to represent the club in eISL. On 20 November the club announced the signing of the two players.[citation needed]

Roster

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Hyderabad FC eSports FIFA roster
Players Coaches
Handle Name Nationality
Aadizema Aditya India
D33KAYPLAYS Khera, Darvesh India
Head coach
  • Vacant
Legend:
  • (I) Inactive
  • (S) Suspended
  •   Substitute
  •   Injury / Illness
  

Latest roster transaction: 19 November 2021.

Honours

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Affiliated clubs

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The following clubs are currently affiliated with Hyderabad FC:

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