Indian Super League (ISL) champions Mumbai City FC have announced a new global partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai for the 2021-22 season.

The collaboration will see the first World Expo, taking place in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, become the Islanders’ principal partner. As a part of the partnership, Expo 2020 Dubai will appear on the front of the defending ISL champions' shirt for the 2021-22 season across their domestic and continental campaigns in the ISL and the AFC Champions League.

Kandarp Chandra, CEO of Mumbai City FC said: "We at are thrilled to announce Expo 2020 Dubai as our Principal Partner for the upcoming 2021/22 season. The World Expo is one of the most iconic events across the globe and through this partnership, we aim to learn from the global wealth of expertise at Expo 2020 in our bid to achieve sustainable success both on and off the pitch and in our communities. As we embark on an all-important season, with the ISL title defence as well as our maiden continental campaign in the 2022 AFC Champions League, we look forward to a fruitful partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai."