Mohun Bagan Super Giant, one of Asia’s oldest and most iconic football clubs, is staring at a multi-year ban by the Asian Football Confederation after refusing to travel to Iran due to security concerns. While the Indian side prioritised the safety of its players, the AFC showed no flexibility, despite having moved matches for Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and even World Cup qualifiers in the past. This shocking bias raises tough questions: Is the AFC guilty of double standards? Why does India always get the short end of the stick in Asian football politics? And should Indian football fight the way BCCI fights in cricket? Rupha Ramani breaks down the controversy, the hypocrisy, and what this means for Indian football’s future.
