North 24 Parganas Football Club is an Indian professional football club based in Naihati, West Bengal, that competes in the Bengal Super League (BSL). Founded in July 2025, it is one of the eight inaugural franchises of the BSL, a district-based league sanctioned by the Indian Football Association (IFA) in partnership with Shrachi Sports.[1]
The club represents the North 24 Parganas district and is coached by Gautam Ghosh, a seasoned tactical veteran of the Bengal football circuit.
History
The club was established in mid-2025 to harness the footballing potential of North 24 Parganas, a region traditionally known as a "cradle of Bengal football." Following the league's high-profile launch featuring German legend Lothar Matthäus as brand ambassador, the club assembled a squad emphasizing young prospects and regional talent.[2]
In the 2025–26 season, North 24 Parganas FC enjoyed a dominant start. On 15 December 2025, they secured a convincing 4–0 victory over Kopa Tigers Birbhum at the Naihati Stadium.[3] They followed this with a hard-fought 2–1 win over FC Medinipur on 21 December, temporarily taking them to the top of the league table.[4]
Stadium
The club's home ground is the Bankimanjali Stadium in Naihati, which has a capacity of 25,000. The stadium is one of the premier venues for the Bengal Super League, frequently hosting matches for other franchises due to its high-quality lighting and playing surface.[5]
Players
The North 24 Parganas FC squad features a strong defensive core and a versatile midfield led by Tarak Hembram, who famously scored a brace in their victory against FC Medinipur.[6]
First-team squad
As of 24 December 2025
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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