Mumbai City FC Signs Nuno Reis Ahead of ISL 2025 Season

Mumbai City FC has made a significant addition to their squad by signing Portuguese defender Nuno Reis on a short-term deal ahead of the ISL 2025 season. With a rich background in various leagues, including a stint with Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Reis is expected to bolster the team's defense. The upcoming season kicks off soon, with Mumbai City FC set to face Chennaiyin FC in their opening match. Known for their dominance in the league, the club aims to reclaim their title and improve upon their previous season's performance. This signing marks an exciting development for fans as the team prepares for the challenges ahead.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 5, 2026, 16:30 IST

Mumbai City FC Enhances Squad with Nuno Reis

Mumbai, Feb 5: Mumbai City FC has bolstered its roster for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) by securing Portuguese defender Nuno Reis on a short-term contract that will last until the season concludes.

The 35-year-old brings a wealth of experience from various international leagues. Previously, he played for ISL champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant during the AIFF Super Cup 2024-25 but left the club last summer.

The two-time ISL champions announced Reis's signing via a post on X, expressing their excitement: "We are thrilled to welcome Portuguese defender Nuno Reis until the end of the season."

Reis has had a notable career in the A-League with Manchester City FC, where he achieved three A-League Premierships and the 2021 Championship before moving to Mohun Bagan in 2024.

The ISL 2025 season is set to commence next week, with defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant facing Kerala Blasters at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.

This season will feature 14 teams competing in the 12th edition of the tournament. Mumbai City FC will kick off their league campaign on February 19 against Chennaiyin FC at the Football Arena in Mumbai.

Known as "The Islanders," Mumbai City FC has been a dominant force in the ISL since its inception in 2014. They share the title of the most successful club in ISL history with Mohun Bagan Super Giant.

The club has secured four titles, including two League Winners Shields and two ISL Cups. They made history in March 2021 by becoming the first team to win both the ISL League Shield and the ISL Trophy in the same season. In the 2024-25 season, they finished sixth with 36 points from 24 league matches, winning nine and losing ten.