Manisha Kalyan becomes 1st Indian to play in UEFA Women’s Champions League

Young striker Manisha Kalyan has become the 1st Indian footballer to play at the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

She made her debut for Apollon Ladies FC in the European Club competition in Engomi, Cyprus. She replaced Cyprus’ Marilena Georgiou in the 60th minute at the Makareio Stadium. She was recently awarded the AIFF Women’s Footballer of the Year for the 2021-22 season. Kalyan is the 2nd player from Gokulam Kerala to sign for an overseas club.