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United News of India
10 hours ago
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- United News of India
Jamil takes charge as India begin CAFA Cup preparations
Bengaluru, Aug 17 (UNI) The senior Indian men's national football team began their first training session in Bengaluru today under new head coach Khalid Jamil. His first assignment will be the CAFA Nations Cup 2025, where India face hosts Tajikistan on August 29, Iran on September 1, and Afghanistan on September 4 in Group B. India will also play two crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers against Singapore in the October FIFA window (October 9 and 14). Jamil, the first Indian to coach the men's team since 2012, named 35 probables for the preparatory camp. So far, 22 players have reported, while 13 more will join after their Durand Cup 2025 commitments. The 48-year-old coach has vast experience in the I-League and ISL, having managed clubs such as Aizawl FC, Jamshedpur FC, East Bengal FC, NorthEast United FC, and Mohun Bagan AC. He famously led Aizawl FC to their historic I-League title in 2016-17. Most recently, he guided Jamshedpur FC to the final of the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 and the ISL 2024-25 semi-finals. A former India international midfielder with 15 caps, Jamil made his debut in the 1997 SAFF Championship, where India lifted the trophy. Players who have reported to camp include Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Amrinder Singh, Sandesh Jhingan, Rahul Bheke, Akash Mishra, Ashique Kuruniyan, Udanta Singh, Lallianzuala Chhangte, and Rahim Ali, among others. Those still engaged in the Durand Cup include key names from Mohun Bagan SG, East Bengal FC, Jamshedpur FC, and NorthEast United FC. With Jamil at the helm, expectations are high as the Blue Tigers prepare for a challenging international season. UNI BDN SSP
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First Post
12 hours ago
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- First Post
'Can't rely on a player who has crossed 40': Social media reacts as Chhetri excluded from Jamil's list for CAFA Cup
Sunil Chhetri's exclusion from new India coach Khalid Jamil's list of probables for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup 2025 has led to divisive opinions. While some fans are supporting the decision, some are left surprised. Former India captain , as announced by new head coach Khalid Jamil on August 16, 2025. The tournament is set to take place in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, starting August 29. No official reason was provided by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) for Chhetri's omission, and AIFF officials have directed queries to the head coach, who was unavailable for comment. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Social media reacts on Chettri's exclusion Given the legendary stature he holds in Indian football, Sunil Chhetri being snubbed from the probables list has sparked varied reactions on social media. Some users are immensely disappointed with the new coach for not mentioning him in the list, whereas some welcomed the decision, calling it a start of a new era. Alongside Sunil Chhetri's absence, Brandon Fernandes is also missing from the India's probable squad. Brandon has been directly involved in a majority of India's goals over the past few years and has been one of the most creative midfielders in the setup. #IndianFootball — Ashish Negi (@7negiashish) August 16, 2025 More from Football With all due resoect to Sunil chetri and his immense contribution in indian football, i fully support the decision made by our coach khalid jamil. We have to build up the pool of 30 players who can thrive for next 5 years and an average players age should be 26. (1/n) — Pitam (@pitammaiti) August 16, 2025 Good decision but there is no proper striker in the squad who can replace him. Suhail is in the under 23 squad and David,Edmund have not been picked. — Anuj (@Anuj_utkala) August 16, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD No matter what, Sunil da had delivered for Indian football consistently for years n he should enjoy his retirement. Also CAFA matches are Friendlies. Somehow our men's football team have to find a goal scorer among themselves if they are passionate to qualify for Asian Cup. — Vegeta অসম 2.0 (@30Kaju04) August 16, 2025 No Sunil Chhetri in Khalid's plans, But Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Akash Mishra return to the Indian football team camp! 🇮🇳👀 A 22-member squad has reported in Bengaluru for the senior men's national team camp under new head coach Khalid Jamil, as preparations begin. — (@sportsclaus) August 16, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 💯 great decision. We can't always rely on a player who has already crossed 40. He gave his best to the Nation and everyone will be thankful to him. Now we want to create another great player like Sunil. — Harigovind (@Harijee_Here) August 16, 2025 No Sunil Chhetri in Khalid's plans, But Gurpreet Singh Sandhu and Akash Mishra return to the Indian football team camp! 🇮🇳👀 A 22-member squad has reported in Bengaluru for the senior men's national team camp under new head coach Khalid Jamil, as preparations begin. — (@sportsclaus) August 16, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Chhetri, aged 41, had retired from international football in June 2024 after a match against Kuwait but returned in March 2025 at the request of former coach Manolo Marquez for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. He played four matches since his comeback, scoring once in a 3-0 win over the Maldives. India's recent performances, including a 0-0 draw against Bangladesh, a 0-1 loss to Hong Kong, and a 0-2 defeat to Thailand in a friendly, have put their 2027 Asian Cup qualification in jeopardy. It's unlikely his exclusion was due to poor form, as he scored 13 goals in 26 ISL appearances last season, and finished the season as league's second highest goal-scorer. Speculation surrounds whether Chhetri requested to be left out or was rested, as his club, Bengaluru FC, has not yet started pre-season training and recently suspended salaries for first-team players and staff due to uncertainties about the Indian Super League's future. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India's schedule for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 India are placed in Group B of the CAFA Nations Cup, and will face Tajikistan on August 29, Iran on September 1, and Afghanistan on September 4. The team has begun training in Bengaluru with 22 players, with the remaining 13 expected to join after their Durand Cup commitments. The AIFF has urged clubs to release players for this tournament.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
No Sunil Chhetri! New India manager Khalid Jamil names probables list for CAFA Nations Cup
Khalid Jamil is the first Indian to take charge of the National team since 2012 (Image via X/@IndianFootball) K halid Jamil, in his first assignment as head coach of the Indian men's national football team, has announced a 35-member list of probables for the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup 2025. The squad will begin its preparatory camp in Bengaluru on Friday, August 16, though only 22 players have reported so far. The remaining 13 are still with their clubs in the Durand Cup and will join later. The camp marks the start of Jamil's tenure and comes at a crucial time, with India set to face strong opposition in Group B of the CAFA Nations Cup. The Blue Tigers will travel to Hisor, Tajikistan, where they play the hosts on August 29, Iran on September 1, and Afghanistan on September 4. The third-place match and the final are scheduled for September 8 in Hisor and Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Notably, the 35-member list does not feature long-time captain Sunil Chhetri . The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has requested all clubs to release their players to ensure India can field a full-strength squad for the tournament, which also doubles as preparation for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers. Players in Camp (22 reported) Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Hrithik Tiwari Defenders: Akash Mishra, Alex Saji, Boris Singh Thangjam, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Singh Naorem, Sandesh Jhingan, Sunil Benchamin Midfielders: Ashique Kuruniyan, Danish Farooq Bhat, Nikhil Prabhu, Rahul Kannoly Praveen, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Udanta Singh Kumam Forwards: Irfan Yadwad, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Rahim Ali, Vikram Partap Singh Poll How confident are you in Khalid Jamil's ability to lead the Indian men's national football team? Very Confident Neutral Not Confident At All Players yet to Join (13 players) Mohun Bagan SG: Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Vishal Kaith East Bengal FC: Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Naorem Mahesh Singh Jamshedpur FC: Manvir Singh, Albino Gomes NorthEast United FC: Jithin MS Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
Chhetri Dropped! Khalid Jamil Announces 35-Man Probables, Only 22 Report For Camp
Last Updated: Khalid Jami announced 35 probables for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025. India's men's football team's training starts in Bengaluru with 22 players, while 13 will join post-Durand Cup. Newly-appointed India men's football team head coach Khalid Jamil announced 35 probables for the Blue Tigers' preparatory camp for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 on Friday, August 15, 2025. The team will commence training in Bengaluru on August 16, with 22 players having reported to the camp so far. The remaining 13 players are expected to join the national team camp after completing their Durand Cup 2025 commitments with their respective clubs. India, placed in Group B of the CAFA Nations Cup, will travel to Hisor, Tajikistan, where they will face the hosts on August 29, Iran on September 1, and Afghanistan on September 4. The third-place match and the final will be played on September 8, in Hisor and Tashkent (Uzbekistan), respectively. Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, Hrithik Tiwari. Defenders: Akash Mishra, Alex Saji, Boris Singh Thangjam, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia Ralte, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Singh Naorem, Sandesh Jhingan, Sunil Benchamin. 'The Indian Senior Men's National Team began camp from 15 to 25 August, 2025 in Bengaluru for their maiden participation in the CAFA Nations Cup," AIFF posted on its official 'X' handle. 'The AIFF urges all Clubs to release National Team players for this crucial assignment, which also prepares the squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Singapore (away & home)," it further stated. Top players such as Liston Colaco of Mohun Bagan and Anwar Ali of East Bengal are among 10 footballers from the Kolkata giants who will report late for the senior national camp due to their participation in the ongoing Durand Cup, where they are representing their respective clubs. Seven players from Mohun Bagan, three from East Bengal, two from Jamshedpur FC, and one from North East FC are currently competing in the quarter-finals of the Durand Cup. The match between Mohun Bagan and East Bengal will be held on Sunday, and the losing team is expected to release its players for the national camp. Jamshedpur FC and North East FC also present a similar scenario. If Mohun Bagan progresses to the final, seven of their players will be playing on August 23, and they won't be available until the last day of the camp. Additionally, having played in a gruelling three-week tournament, they won't participate in the camp if they reach the final. The following are the 13 players who are yet to join the camp: Mohun Bagan SG: Anirudh Thapa, Deepak Tangri, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Manvir Singh, Sahal Abdul Samad, Vishal Kaith. East Bengal: Anwar Ali, Jeakson Singh, Naorem Mahesh Singh, Albino Gomes. Jamshedpur FC: Manvir Singh, Jithin MS. view comments Location : Bengaluru, India, India First Published: August 15, 2025, 22:36 IST News sports Chhetri Dropped! Khalid Jamil Announces 35-Man Probables, Only 22 Report For Camp Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
5 days ago
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- The Hindu
Bhaichung Bhutia: Feel sorry for Khalid Jamil taking charge of India team in tough times
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia feels 'sorry' for Khalid Jamil, who has taken charge of the national football team at a time when the sport is going through a difficult phase in the country and said the All India Football Federation (AIFF) preferred him because he is unlikely to make too many demands. Jamil, who replaced Spaniard Manolo Marquez, became the first Indian in 13 years to be appointed as head coach of the senior national team. He signed a two-year contract, with an option to extend for another year. AIFF confirms the appointment of Khalid Jamil as head coach of the Indian senior men's national football team on a two-year contract, with an option to extend for another year. Jamil will work exclusively with the national team on a full-time basis. Details:… — Sportstar (@sportstarweb) August 13, 2025 'We have got two world-class coaches (Igor Stimac and Manolo Marquez) leaving … If these two coaches couldn't work with the federation, then you bring people who will listen and will do what the Federation says…,' Bhutia told PTI Videos after the Fidel Castro Centenary Football Cup's exhibition match. 'I think Jamil being a domestic coach fits into that, as he is fairly new to the team. I (feel) sorry for him as well, as he is taking charge of the team when it's in a very difficult situation,' he added. Jamil was chosen ahead of Stephen Constantine and Stefan Tarkovic. Taking aim at AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey, Bhutia said, 'For Kalyan, he (Jamil) is the right guy because Indian coaches do not demand much. RELATED: Khalid Jamil in charge of India men's football team till 2027, parts ways with Jamshedpur FC At the same time, he is saying that there are financial problems, and today the federation has gone into such a bad situation that we don't have money to pay the coaches as well. Chaubey had recently admitted that club football is 'going through a crisis' due to the uncertainty surrounding the Indian Super League, while attributing the situation to 'some self-claimed reformers with vested interests'. Indian football in a mess Bhutia also raised concerns over the federation's handling of administrative matters. 'When the Supreme Court appointed the ad-hoc committee to run the Federation for the U-17 Women's World Cup, the Federation should have asked the SC whether we can run it, or we should have a new body. 'That delay of three years clashed with the MRA rights getting over. That timing could have been tackled much more before coming to this stage. They should have gone to the SC and asked. I have been saying this to find out whether this body can continue, which they did not do purposely,' Bhutia added. Bhutia also raised concerns over the federation's handling of administrative matters at a time when India's top-flight in men's football remains suspended. | Photo Credit: PTI India will take part in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025, starting on August 29 in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. 'It's a great tournament and good for the Indian team as well, but as I said that (Indian) football is in a mess. You should have sat with the ISL, FSDL (Football Sports Development Limited) and the new coach and then taken the call,' Bhutia said. 'And when you start playing this tournament, and suddenly you are trying to play the Super Cup and ISL. Then how does that work? I think it's going to be a total mess. 'If tomorrow, ISL comes in and says we're gonna start playing, then you will not have some of the best players playing for the club,' he added.
