Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer, Manager |
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| Nationality | Kuwaiti |
| Date of Birth | 21/04/1977 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Kuwait City, Kuwait |
Latest News about Khalid Jamil
09/09/2025
India finished third at the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup, securing bronze after defeating Oman 3-2 on penalties in the third-place playoff following a 1-1 draw. Under Khalid Jamil's leadership, India beat Tajikistan 2-1 in their debut match, marking the first win against them in 17 years. This was India's first medal at the tournament in 31 years.
25/08/2025
Khalid Jamil announced India's 23-man squad for their debut at the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup, set to begin on August 29 in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. The team was drawn in Group B with hosts Tajikistan, defending champions IR Iran, and Afghanistan. Jamil was introduced as head coach at a press conference in Bengaluru by AIFF officials.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Khalid Ahmed Jamil |
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| Nickname | Not Known |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Ethnicity | Indian |
| Hobbies | Listening to music |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
| Wife | Not Known |
| Children | 2 |
Career
| Played for Mahindra United, Air India FC, and Mumbai FC. | |
| Represented the Indian national team 40 times between 1998 and 2006. | |
| Retired from playing in 2009 due to injuries. | |
| Managed Mumbai FC from 2009 to 2016. | |
| Won the I-League with Aizawl FC. | |
| Managed Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, NorthEast United FC, and Jamshedpur FC. | |
| First Indian coach to qualify an ISL team for playoffs with NorthEast United in 2020-21 season. | |
| AFC Pro License Diploma holder. | |
| Appointed head coach of the Indian men's national football team on 01/08/2025. |
Favourites
| Favourite Footballer | Michel Platini |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Khalid, born to Indian parents, grew up in Kuwait. | |
| 2. Jamil showcased his skills at three different clubs during his twelve-year career in India. | |
| 3. Although born in Kuwait, Khalid chose to represent the Indian national team in soccer. | |
| 4. Khalid announced his retirement in 2009. | |
| 5. From 2009 to 2016, he served as the manager of Mumbai FC. | |
| 6. Met French legend Michel Platini at an under-14 camp in Kuwait. |