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Matix and Mumbai City FC Announce Strategic Partnership to Champion India’s Footballing Future A strategic alliance dedicated to elite sporting excellence and the physical well-being of Indian youth through the power of football. Mumbai, 19 February 2026 – Matix, promoted by Nishant Kanodia, today announced its Associate Partnership with Mumbai City FC for the ISL 2025 to 26 season. The partnership marks a strategic alignment between two organisations committed to performance, discipline, and long-term value creation. As part of this association, the Matix brand will feature as the Jersey Pendant on the first team’s matchday kits, along with prominent visibility at the NMSA training facility and the Mumbai Football Arena. The collaboration is designed to leverage the scale and professionalism of India’s premier football platform to inspire sporting ambition, healthy lifestyles, and a performance-oriented mindset among young Indians. The Indian Super League operates under the governance structure of the All India Football Federation (AIFF). It is the top-tier football tournament in India. As such, corporate partnerships play a strategic role in strengthening high performance environments and expanding the sport’s national footprint. Nishant Kanodia, Chairman of Matix Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited, said: “Football represents excellence, discipline, and national aspiration. Supporting a professional club like Mumbai City FC reflects our belief that elite sport has the power to inspire millions of young Indians to pursue fitness, teamwork, and resilience. This partnership is about aligning with a performance driven institution and contributing to the broader growth of Indian football.” India’s long term football ambition extends beyond domestic success. As Indian clubs gain greater exposure in continental competitions, the next phase of progress lies in elevating Indian talent to compete consistently at the highest international levels. Kandarp Chandra, CEO of Mumbai City FC, added: “We are pleased to welcome Matix into our partner ecosystem. Their long-term orientation and belief in performance excellence align with our ambition to consistently compete at the highest level and strengthen Indian football’s global standing.” Matix views this partnership as aligned with the broader national aspiration of seeing Indian players strengthen their presence in global qualification pathways, including those that lead toward Olympic participation and future FIFA World Cup campaigns. While such milestones require sustained institutional effort across stakeholders, investment in elite professional platforms remains a critical building block in enhancing India’s global competitiveness in football. Through this collaboration, Matix and Mumbai City FC will engage fans and communities through structured digital content, matchday activations, and initiatives that promote physical fitness and responsible sporting culture. The focus is on reinforcing sport as a catalyst for ambition, well-being, and national pride. Together, Matix and Mumbai City FC aim to contribute to a more performance driven, aspirational, and globally competitive football ecosystem in India.