Khalid Ahmed Jamil recently joined the FC Bengaluru as Head Coach. He previously used to manage and coach NorthEast United Football Club. He holds the distinction of being the first Indian Head Coach of an ISL team and the first Indian coach to qualify for the ISL playoffs.
He also worked with Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, Aziwal FC, and Mumbai FC.
Khalid Ahmed Joined FC Bengaluru as Head Coach
“Khalid has been one of the most sought-after coaches in Indian football,” said Gaurav Manchanda, Owner, of FC Bengaluru United, welcoming Khalid Jamil to the club. “He brings with him nuanced leadership and technical skills that stem from his decade-long management and coaching experience. FC Bengaluru United is on an upward growth trajectory; we are excited to be working with Khalid and are confident that we will see the club reach even greater heights under him,” he also added.
Speaking on his appointment, Khalid Jamil expressed excitement about his new role, “I am delighted to be joining FC Bengaluru United and am looking forward to helping the club grow stronger and add to their trophy cupboard. The FCBU squad is a blend of youth and experience, and I am eager to work with them and share all my learnings. I am confident we can work together and see the club reach its greatest potential – both from an individual player perspective as well as a team.”
Khalid Ahmed Jamil Live History
Khalid Ahmed Jamil was born on 21 April 1977 in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Indian parents. He played as a midfielder for clubs such as Mahindra United, Air India, and Mumbai FC.
He began his coaching career with Mumbai FC in 2009 after which he joined Aizawl FC and led them to the I-League title in the 2016-17 season.
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