The club confirmed Athwal\u2019s departure in an official statement, noting that the decision was communicated by the CEO and accepted by the management.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOdisha FC can confirm that CEO Raj Athwal has informed the club management of his decision to move on, and the club has accepted the same. The club would like to thank Raj for his leadership, professionalism, and contributions during his tenure with the club.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Under his stewardship, Odisha FC secured its first-ever silverware with the Super Cup triumph, followed by the Indian Women\u2019s League 2023-24 and achieved qualification for the AFC competition knockout stages by both the men\u2019s & women\u2019s teams of Odisha FC,\u201d the statement, shared on X, read.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The club also outlined interim administrative arrangements as it navigates the transition period.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAs we move forward and await further clarity regarding the league, our General Manager, Ravi Khedar, will serve as the primary Point of Contact (POC) for all club communications and matters during this transition period,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reacting to Athwal\u2019s exit, club owner Rohan Sharma expressed his appreciation for the outgoing CEO\u2019s contributions over the past five years.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHaving known and worked with Raj for 5 years, I\u2019m sad to see him go. I know he will always be a well-wisher for the club. He knows he\u2019s always welcome back, and I wish him nothing but the best for him and his family,\u201d Sharma said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reacting to Athwal\u2019s exit, club owner Rohan Sharma expressed his appreciation for the outgoing CEO\u2019s contributions over the past five years.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOdisha FC and Head Coach Sergio Lobera have mutually agreed to part ways. The Club would like to thank Coach Sergio for his dedication, professionalism, and contributions during his tenure with the Club. We wish Sergio the very best for his future endeavours. The club is waiting for clarity on the league and will make an announcement regarding the new head coach accordingly,\u201d the club had stated.<\/p>\r\n\r\n