16 Facts About Jamshid Nassiri

Jamshid Nassiri was one of the most expensive players in Indian football during his playing days and is the first foreign player to score 100 goals across several tournaments in the country.

Jamshid Nassiri played for several clubs in India during his playing career.

On seeing his performance for the university in the North Zone Inter University championship, Jamshid Nassiri was signed by East Bengal along with other Iranian players Majid Bishkar and Mahmud Khabbasi.

Jamshid Nassiri's transfer was very effective for the side as they were able to win the Federation Cup for the first time in its history.

Jamshid Nassiri scored 17 goals in the Calcutta league and became the league's topscorer.

In 1986, Jamshid Nassiri had his last big transfer move, as he rejoined Mohammedan for a sum of Rs.

Jamshid Nassiri continued to play till the late 80's and became the first foreigner in Indian football to score more than 100 goals.

Jamshid Nassiri enjoyed his playing days in India and began his coaching career in the Mumbai Super Division side Bengal Mumbai.

Jamshid Nassiri managed the club from 1998 to 2001 and helped them winning the Rovers Cup alongside Mumbai Super Division league in 1998.

In 2003, Jamshid Nassiri was appointed as technical director of Wari Athletic Club, which was then promoted to Calcutta Football League Super Division.

In June 2022, Jamshid Nassiri acquired post of technical director in Peerless ahead of the new season of Calcutta Premier Division League.

Jamshid Nassiri guided the team reaching semi-final of Naihati Gold Cup.

Jamshid Nassiri was later roped in by Calcutta Cricket and Football Club for rest of the league season.

Jamshid Nassiri is a follower of Bengali traditions, foods and culture.

Jamshid Nassiri is married to Susanne, who is born and brought up in India, and lives in Queens Mansion on Park Street.

Jamshid Nassiri then moved to Mohun Bagan and currently plays professionally for Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League.