Bhubaneswar, May 3 -- India and Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) defender Subhasish Bose has been named the AIFF Men's Player of the Year, capping off what he calls one of the best seasons of his professional career. The 29-year-old MBSG skipper played a pivotal role in guiding his club to both the Indian Super League (ISL) League Shield and the ISL Championship title in the 2024-25 season.

Having spent over a decade in Indian football, Bose expressed his joy at finally clinching the prestigious individual honour.

"I have been playing professional football for 10-12 years, and from then on I knew that someday I would win this award," Bose said.

"Today, I am here, and winning the award makes me feel very happy. I hope that in the future, ...