Bengaluru, Nov. 9 -- In a landmark moment for Indian football, Australia-born forward Ryan Williams has officially joined the Indian national football team after obtaining Indian citizenship. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed that Williams has reported to the national training camp in Bengaluru alongside defender Jay Gupta.

The 32-year-old player, originally from Perth, renounced his Australian citizenship to embrace Indian nationality, marking a rare and symbolic step in modern football. His citizenship ceremony was held at the Bengaluru FC training centre, where Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri personally handed over his Indian documents - a gesture that made the moment even more memorable for Williams.

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