FIFA has officially granted Ryan Williams player status to represent the Indian national football team. This decision, made on November 19, 2025, allows Williams to play for India in all international matches. He met all eligibility criteria after receiving a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Football Australia and completing the application process for the association change.
Williams, an Australian player of Indian descent, gave up his Australian citizenship to be eligible to represent India. This recognition is a significant milestone for Indian football. With the official clearance, Williams can be selected for upcoming matches. Previously, he was unable to play in a recent AFC Asian Cup qualifying match against Bangladesh due to the lack of FIFA approval.