Mohun Bagan, one of the oldest Football Clubs of Asia is rich in history which is known to any and all football fans of the country. The club played a role in the country's independence movement going beyond the game. The great feats like the IFA shield win in 1911 or holding back Pele's Cosmos are only a few famous feats which are recognized by FIFA and are known all over the world. The club has been the face of Indian football. It was earlier declared the National Club. Now it is only justified to give it the official seal