ISL

Buckingham arrived at Mumbai City in October 2021, having moved within City Football Group following his role as Assistant Coach at Melbourne City.

“Des came into the Mumbai City family in a period of transition for the club and his work ethic and leadership has been nothing but commendable. Mumbai City FC won the unique ‘double’ (Hero ISL League Winners and ISL title) in the 2020-21 season. Trains that are the very lifeline of the city ply millions of Mumbaikars across its vast expanse and connect these islands. In my time here, I have learnt a lot about the Club, the players, the city of Mumbai and the culture. I personally look forward to working closely with him and hope to enjoy successful seasons on and off the pitch in the next chapter of this wonderful relationship.” Mumbai City currently sits atop the points table, unbeaten after the first 12 games of the regular season and having scored 36 goals. “From our AFC Champions League success to playing week in week out at the Mumbai Football Arena in front of our passionate fans, I am certain that we’re only getting started. Mumbai City FC is Mumbai’s club in the Hero Indian Super League. Buckingham’s side went on to create history at the 2022 AFC Champions League. He took charge of the Islanders just before the start of the 2021-’22 league season. Buckingham arrived at Mumbai City in October 2021, having moved within City Football Group following his role as Assistant Coach at Melbourne City. “When I came in 15 months ago, it was a new challenge for me but from the very first day, the Club, the staff and the players have trusted me and supported me so well – I cannot thank them enough.