Mohun Bagan SG have bolstered their forward line with the acquisition of Scottish forward Greg Stewart on a season long deal. This will be the third club he will represent in the ISL.
The 34-year-old footballer has made 50 appearances in the league, in which he has netted 21 goals and attempted 21 assists. Known for his sheer qualities in breaking the opponent’s stubborn defense line to create chances for his teammates and his versatility to operate in various positions in the forward line, Stewart adds significant strength to the Mariners’ forward line.
Making his ISL debut with Jamshedpur FC, Stewart won the prestigious ‘Player of the League’ accolade and the League Shield award in the ISL 2021-22 season. The Scottish forward became the first footballer to register a hat-trick for the Men of Steel, which came against Odisha FC.
After experiencing a successful stint with Jamshedpur FC, Stewart joined Mumbai City FC and continued to showcase his offensive prowess with the Islanders. The forward has also won the League Shield award in the 2022–23 season, for the second time in his career.
On joining the Mariners, an excited Stewart said,
“I’ve had a long dream to play in Kolkata, the mecca of Indian football. I know all the stadiums and their circumstances across India. I have succeeded on a personal level and have become a champion before. But it’s thrilling to join such a traditional and one of the best clubs in the country, Mohun Bagan SG. I am thankful for the management’s decision to give me this chance. I have witnessed the Mariners’ love and affection for the club while playing against Mohun Bagan SG in Kolkata. In my opinion, the diehard Mohun Bagan SG fans are the best supporters in India. I have given my best to win titles with my prior two ISL teams. I scored goals and provided assists too. Now, it’s my aim to make Mohun Bagan SG champion again and bring smiles to our supporters’ faces. I am returning to India, keeping in mind to defend the title.”
“To play in the Kolkata derby in Kolkata is another reason behind signing for Mohun Bagan SG. Kolkata derby is one of Asia’s best derbies. To play and win in the Derby has been my dream for a long time. In India, I helped my team to win many difficult matches but never won the derby. I’ll enter the practice sessions keeping this in mind,” he continued.
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