'This is Khalid Jamil era': Fans hail the newly appointed India coach after historic third-place finish in CAFA Nations Cup 2025

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Published at :September 8, 2025 at 10:03 PM

Modified at :September 10, 2025 at 10:30 PM

"This is Khalid Jamil era": Fans hail the newly appointed India coach after historic third-place finish in CAFA Nations Cup 2025

India defeated Oman on penalties to secure a third-place finish in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025.

Indian Football Team pulled off a heroic comeback against Oman in the CAFA Nations Cup third-place match. Khalid Jamil has aced his first assignment as the head coach of the national team. He has led India to victories against two higher-ranked sides in Tajikistan and Oman.

The third-place match against Oman started on a slow note for the Blue Tigers, with Oman controlling the play as was expected. The Reds also scored the first goal, but the second half brought a shift. The super sub Udanta Singh’s goal enlivened the match for India.

The deadlock was not broken at the end of extra time, which led the match to penalties. Skipper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu stood tall in the penalties to guide the Blue Tigers to a famous win over formidable Oman. This historic achievement sent the fans into a frenzy.

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Spotlight on Khalid Jamil

Khalid Jamil so far :Defeated Tajikistan at their on home for the first time ( Rank 106)Holded Iran till 70th minute in 0-0 score but failed then to concede 3 goals (Rank 20)Defeated Oman for the first time in our history (Rank 79)Khalid Jamil Era 🔥 #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/SPJRLnQtXl
— Abdul Rahman Mashood (@abdulrahmanmash) September 8, 2025

Forget everything but,What a debut for Khalid Jamil!-No few very key players-defeated higher ranked Tajikistan 🇹🇯(106) at their home-Almost holded 🇮🇷 (20) till 70th min for 0-0-Defeated higher ranked Oman 🇴🇲 (77) in penalties -3rd Place at CAFA Nations Cup#IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/AwMC8sBo3d
— Footballer Ninja (@FootballerNinja) September 8, 2025

Khalid Jamil pic.twitter.com/rd3r99QkmV
— RVCJ Sports (@RVCJ_Sports) September 8, 2025

Khalid Jamil is the best thing happened to our nation.No OCI/PIO players No Mohun Bagan No excuses Flight delayed Defeated 79th Ranked OMAN Defeated 106th Ranked Tajikistan at their home.Finished 3rd in CAFA Nations Cup pic.twitter.com/JQMV4ujQ55
— Hari (@Harii33) September 8, 2025

Coach #KhalidJamil in short time overturned fortunes of #BlueTigers. #CAFANationsCup2025.. #Indianfootball beat far higher ranked nations; bronze medal; away soil; Late equalisers, nerves of penalty shootout.. too many positives Thank U #KhalidJamil #indiafootball @FanCode pic.twitter.com/tqwfBnA2Su
— Pattu (@avijit_patnaik) September 8, 2025

Gurpreet is BACK!!

Gurpreet Sandhu's comeback is a tale of the folklore's ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CWUbGthDdv
— Sanghapriyo (@SanghapriyoM) September 8, 2025

Remember the name Gurpreet Singh Sandhu💪🏻Gurpreet Paaji The Wall 🇮🇳 won us the bronze medal in CAFA Nations Cup😭#CAFANationsCup2025 #INDOMA #indianfootball https://t.co/StkYRnzcI4 pic.twitter.com/vsMkiMcFat
— Bruce Wayne (@_Bruce__007) September 8, 2025

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu 🫡🧱#IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/gyT5uPqEKM
— Sai_K15 (@Sai_k15) September 8, 2025

INDIA'S NO 1. GURPREET SINGH SANDHU. That's the tweet. #indianfootball pic.twitter.com/MtABeX79uZ
— Subrata (@Subrata44357424) September 8, 2025

This is big. Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, the Indian player of the tournament for me. Saved a penalty in group stages, saved 3 penalties in the penalty shootout in the 3rd place playoff. https://t.co/DcXnNsDh7S
— Nishant Ratnakar (@nishantr) September 8, 2025

In heart of the roaring crowd,He strides-calm, composed,unbowed.A guardian of the Indian goal,With a goat by his side,symbol bold.Not just a keeper of nets.But of dreams,hopes, no regrets.Where courage meets grace,A legend walking,setting the pace.#GurpreetSinghSandhu pic.twitter.com/8UGtohQbaB
— Vincy Barretto (@AdalRega) September 8, 2025

Where did India finish in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025?

The Blue Tigers secured a third-place finish in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 after beating Oman.

When will Blue Tigers play their next match?

The Blue Tigers will play against Singapore in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers next.

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Navtej Vatsa

Navtej is all about narrating stories of human endeavour shaped by sporting excellence, from 22 yards to lush green pitches and buzzing arenas. With a background in broadcasting, he has a keen eye for compelling narratives that keep readers hooked. He primarily covers football and cricket, capturing the magic of two of the world’s most beloved sports.