Clifford holds an AFC Pro license and previously worked as an assistant coach at FC Goa, Odisha FC and Mohun Bagan SG. During his tenure, Clifford achieved significant success, including winning the ISL League Winners' Shield with FC Goa and Mohun Bagan SG. Additionally, he led Odisha FC to victory in the 2023 Super Cup. A former Indian national team footballer, he also previously coached the Indian under-23 men's team.

"I am delighted to be joining Mumbai City FC and Petr Kratky's coaching staff. This is a dynamic set of players and a high quality team. The club has consistently raised the standards of Indian football and together I believe we can achieve great things. “I am excited to contribute to the continued success of the club and help push the boundaries even further,” Clifford Rayes Miranda told the Mumbai City FC media team.

Meanwhile, Kavan, a fitness coach from the Czech Republic, has previously worked with several clubs in Europe and Asia, including Jablonec (Czech Republic), FC Dinamo and Gaz Metan (Romania), Panevezys (Lithuania), FC Seoul and the Hanyang University. (South Korea), Pafos and Karmiotissa (Cyprus), Botev Plovdiv (Bulgaria) and, most recently, Sepsi OSK (Romania). Next season will mark his foray into Indian football as he looks to help the Club's players with his experience.

"I am excited to join the Mumbai City FC family and am confident that we can achieve great things together. I look forward to coming to India and starting this wonderful new chapter with my new team," said Denis Kavan.

“It will be exciting to work with Clifford and Denis in the coming seasons. Both are extremely talented in their own way and their presence in the setup will surely benefit the team. I hope we can try harder this season at Mumbai City FC and I am sure they will play a big role in achieving that,” said head coach Peter Kratky.