Jamshid Nassiri

Jamshid Nassiri

Nassiri in February 2016
Personal information
Full name	Jamshid Yeganeh Nassiri
Date of birth	(1959-02-23) 23 February 1959 (age 65)
Place of birth	Khorramshahr, Iran
Height	1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
Position(s)	Forward
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
1977–1979	Rastakhiz Khorramshahr	42	(30)
1980–1981	East Bengal	36	(22)
1982–1985	Mohammedan	58	(44)
1985–1986	East Bengal	28	(17)
Total		164	(113)
International career
1977	Iran U20
Managerial career
1998–2001	Bengal Mumbai
2003	Wari AC (technical director)
2003–2004	Mohammedan
2022	Peerless (technical director)
2023–	Calcutta FC
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jamshid Yeganeh Nassiri (born 23 February 1959 in Khorramshahr) ^[1] is an Iranian-Indian football manager and former footballer, who is currently the head coach of the Calcutta Premier Division side Calcutta FC. Nassiri is known for forming a successful attacking duo with Majid Bishkar in the 1980s. ^[2] He 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.

Nassiri played for several clubs in India during his playing career. At the international level, he has represented Iran at the 1977 FIFA World Youth Championship. ^{[3] [4]} Nassiri currently lives in Kolkata and holds the Indian citizenship.

Playing career

Nassiri started his career at Takht Jamshid Cup side Rastakhiz Khorramshahr, but it didn't last long as the club was shut down due to Islamic revolution. In 1979, he came to India to pursue his studies and joined the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU). ^[5] On seeing his performance for the university in the North Zone Inter University championship, Nassiri was signed by East Bengal along with other Iranian players Majid Bishkar and Mahmud Khabbasi. ^[6] The 1980 Federation Cup was his debut tournament with the Red and Golds, where he won the tournament with them. In the same season, East Bengal also won the Rovers Cup where Nassiri played a big part. ^[7]

In 1982, he was signed by Mohammedan SC. His transfer was very effective for the side as they were able to win the Federation Cup for the first time in its history. ^[8] In 1984 Federation Cup final against East Bengal, he scored the winner. ^[9]

His consistent form saw him returning to East Bengal in 1984 where Nassiri had an impressive run. He scored 17 goals in the Calcutta league and became the league's topscorer. ^[10] He was also part of the team that won Federation Cup in 1985 and participated in 1985–86 Asian Club Championship in Saudi Arabia, ^{[11] [12]} under coaching of legendary footballer P. K. Banerjee. ^{[13] [14] [15]} They also won the Coca Cola Cup of Central Asia. ^[16]

In 1986, Nassiri had his last big transfer move, as he rejoined Mohammedan for a sum of Rs. 250,000, making him as one of the most expensive football player in the country at that time. ^[17] He continued to play till the late 80's and became the first foreigner in Indian football to score more than 100 goals. ^[18]

Managerial career

Nassiri (in left) showing his skills with legendary manager Syed Nayeemuddin at a football workshop in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, February 2016.

Nassiri enjoyed his playing days in India and began his coaching career in the Mumbai Super Division side Bengal Mumbai. ^[19] He managed the club from 1998 to 2001 and helped them winning the Rovers Cup alongside Mumbai Super Division league in 1998. In 2003, Nassiri was appointed as technical director of Wari Athletic Club, which was then promoted to Calcutta Football League Super Division. ^[20]

In 2003–04 season, Nassiri managed Mohammedan Sporting in the National Football League. ^{[21] [22]} In 2021, he was appointed technical director of Calcutta Police Club, a CFL second division outfit. ^[23] In June 2022, Nassiri acquired post of technical director in Peerless ahead of the new season of Calcutta Premier Division League. ^[24] He also guided the team reaching semi-final of Naihati Gold Cup. He was later roped in by Calcutta Cricket and Football Club for rest of the league season. ^{[25] [26]}

Personal life

I like India. I found the culture and tradition common to Iran. It was a great experience playing in front of such a massive crowd. That's the reason I preferred to stay back here."

— Jamshid Nassiri, on his life in India and relation with the country. ^[27]

Since the 1980s, Nassiri lives in Kolkata. He is also a follower of Bengali traditions, foods and culture. ^[28]

Nassiri is married to Susanne, who is born and brought up in India, and lives in Queens Mansion on Park Street. ^[29] The couple has two sons, Jaswa and Kiyan Nassiri. ^[29] His younger son Kiyan is a professional footballer (born 2000) currently playing for Indian Super League side Chennaiyin FC. ^{[30] [31]} Kiyan began his youth football career in CC&FC – where Jamshid served as coach, ^[32] and appeared with Mohammedan. He then moved to Mohun Bagan and currently plays professionally for Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League. ^{[33] [34]}

Honours

Player

East Bengal

• Federation Cup: 1980–81, 1985
• Rovers Cup: 1980
• IFA Shield: 1986
• Calcutta Football League: 1985
• Darjeeling Gold Cup: 1985
• Sait Nagjee Trophy: 1986
• Stafford Cup: 1986
• Coca-Cola Cup(Central Asia): 1985

Mohammedan Sporting

• Federation Cup: 1983–84, 1984–85
• IFA Shield: runner-up: 1982
• Rovers Cup: 1984; runner-up: 1982, 1983
• Sait Nagjee Trophy: 1984
• Bordoloi Trophy: 1985; runner-up: 1983
• DCM Trophy: runner-up: 1982, 1983
• Darjeeling Gold Cup: 1984

Individual

• Calcutta Football League top scorer: 1985 (with 17 goals) ^[35]

Manager

Bengal Mumbai

• Rovers Cup: 1998
• Bombay Super Division League: 1998

See also

• List of foreign players for East Bengal FC
• List of Indian football players in foreign leagues

References

1. "We have to start working sincerely". The Hindu . Chennai, India. 8 July 2000. Archived from the original on 25 January 2013.
2. "THROWBACK: When East Bengal FC became the Champions of Central Asia!". BADGEB. Archived from the original on 23 October 2020. Retrieved 1 October 2020.
3. Jamshid Nassiri – FIFA competition record (archived)
4. "Indian kids to get soccer training from Arsenal coaches". Thaindian News. 3 March 2008. Archived from the original on 21 January 2009. Retrieved 30 January 2010.
5. Chakrabarty, Shamik (31 January 2022). "Jamshid Nassiri left Iran and became a Maidan legend in Kolkata. Now, he hopes his son Kiyan will play for India". indianexpress.com. Kolkata, West Bengal: The Indian Express. Archived from the original on 31 January 2022. Retrieved 25 July 2022.
6. Kamath, Sooraj (9 April 2020). "Father-son duos to have graced Indian football". Goal.com. Archived from the original on 24 April 2020. Retrieved 2 March 2021.
7. "ময়দানের দেবদাস". www.anandabazar.com (in Bengali). Archived from the original on 2 July 2021. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
8. Marar, Nandakumar (15 August 2019). "Majid was like a god on the pitch, says Brahmanand". Sportstar. Archived from the original on 7 January 2021. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
9. Chakrabarty, Kushal (12 July 2012). "Mohammedan Sporting Club, Kolkata: A New Horizon". kolkatafootball.com. Kolkata Football. Archived from the original on 9 July 2021. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
10. "Indian football: Best Asian players to have played in India | Goal.com". www.goal.com. Archived from the original on 20 October 2020. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
11. "East Bengal Football Club – Famous Players". www.eastbengalfootballclub.com. Archived from the original on 1 September 2009. Retrieved 25 February 2009.
12. Kapadia, Novy (7 October 2012). "East Bengal's Federation Cup successes". www.sportskeeda.com. Sportskeeda. Archived from the original on 27 June 2021. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
13. Sportstar, Team (1 August 2020). "100 years of East Bengal: A timeline". Sportstar. Archived from the original on 29 June 2021. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
14. The World Sports Today (1 August 2020). "100 years of East Bengal: A timeline of Kolkata giant's key milestones". The World Sports Today. Archived from the original on 27 June 2021. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
15. Das Sharma, Amitabha (20 March 2020). "Obit: The incomparable P. K. of Indian football". Sportstar. Archived from the original on 25 October 2020. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
16. Mukherjee, Soham (1 April 2020). "How have Indian clubs fared in AFC Champions League and AFC Cup?". Goal.com. Archived from the original on 15 April 2021. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
17. Banerjie, Indranil (15 May 1985). "Money, violence and politics enter Calcutta football". India Today. Kolkata. Archived from the original on 1 April 2023. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
18. "Majid Bishkar and Jamshid Nassiri : Indian Football's Iconic Iranian Duo". Goalden Times. 9 November 2018. Archived from the original on 14 December 2020. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
19. Kamath, Sooraj (9 April 2020). "Father-son duos to have graced Indian football". www.goal.com. Goal. Archived from the original on 24 April 2020. Retrieved 2 March 2021.
20. Chaudhuri, Arunava (15 September 2003). "NEWS FOR THE MONTH OF September 2003 — 15 September 2003 Note-1". www.indianfootball.de. Indian Football Network. Archived from the original on 2 June 2017. Retrieved 13 November 2021.
21. Chaudhuri, Arunava. "Season ending Transfers 2004: India". indianfootball.de. Indian Football Network. Archived from the original on 17 February 2020. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
22. "Md. Sporting lose amid missed chances – NATIONAL LEAGUE – First-half Seah strike boosts Dempo". telegraphindia.com. Calcutta: The Telegraph India. 10 January 2004. Archived from the original on 18 April 2021. Retrieved 24 March 2021.
23. Dey, Sandip (10 February 2021). "জামশিদ-নাসিরের ছোঁয়ায় ঘুরে দাঁড়াতে মরিয়া ক‍্যালকাটা পুলিশ ক্লাব" [Calcutta Police Club willing to bounce back in football with touches of Jamshid–Nassir duo]. insidesports.in (in Bengali). Kolkata: ইনসাইড স্পোর্টস. Archived from the original on 21 February 2021. Retrieved 26 November 2022.
24. 24x7, Sports Desk (17 July 2022). "Peerless: জয়ের সরণীতে রয়েছে জামশিদ নাসিরির পিয়ারলেস". kolkata24x7.in (in Bengali). Kolkata, West Bengal: কলকাতা 24×7. Archived from the original on 17 July 2022. Retrieved 18 July 2022.
25. "উত্তম, রিকির হ‍্যাটট্রিক, সিএফসির ৮ গোল, জিতল কালীঘাট, পাঠচক্র" [Hat-trick done by Uttam and Ricky, CCFC scored 8 goals, wins for both Kalighat and Pathachakra]. insidesports.in (in Bengali). Kolkata: ইনসাইড স্পোর্টস. 14 August 2022. Archived from the original on 28 January 2023. Retrieved 26 November 2022.
26. "Calcutta Cricket & Football Club – 19/1, Gurusaday Road, Kolkata | 20th Annual Reports 2022–23" (PDF). ccfc1792.com. Archived from the original (PDF) on 15 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
27. "From Iran – with a football passion". indianfootball.de. Archived from the original on 10 September 2021. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
28. "Jamshid on the ball". telegraphindia.com. Kolkata: The Telegraph. 8 July 2000. Archived from the original on 16 January 2023. Retrieved 2 March 2021.
29. Dutta, Partha (31 January 2022). "ছেলের হ্যাটট্রিক এখনও স্বপ্ন মনে হচ্ছে কিয়ানের মায়ের" [His son's hat-trick is still a dream of Kiyan's mother]. eisamay.com (in Bengali). Kolkata: Ei Samay. Archived from the original on 31 January 2022. Retrieved 21 August 2022.
30. "Hero I-League: I want to enjoy my game, says former Iranian striker Jamshid's son Kiyan Nassiri". mykhel.com. My Khel. 2 March 2020. Archived from the original on 16 January 2023. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
31. Mergulhao, Marcus (21 April 2020). "Kiyan ready to shoulder Nassiri burden". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Panaji, Goa: The Times of India. Archived from the original on 14 August 2021. Retrieved 11 February 2021.
32. "ডার্বির হিরো কিয়ানের পায়েখড়ি হওয়া সিসিএফসির প্রতিটা ঘাস আজ যেন গর্বিত" [Today, every grass of CC&FC where the hero of the derby Kiyan first played, is proud]. xtratimebangla.in (in Bengali). Kolkata: এক্সট্রা টাইম ওয়েব ডেস্ক. 30 January 2022. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
33. "Kiyan Nassiri:ছোট্ট কিয়ানকে কীভাবে গড়ে তুলেছেন জামশিদ, দেখুন ভাইরাল ছবি". bangla.asianetnews.com (in Bengali). 30 January 2022. Archived from the original on 31 January 2022. Retrieved 31 January 2022.
34. "ISL 2021-22 Highlights ATK Mohun Bagan vs SC East Bengal: Hat-trick hero Kiyan guides ATKMB to 3-1 win against SC East Bengal". sportstar.thehindu.com. Sportstar. 29 January 2022. Archived from the original on 29 January 2022. Retrieved 29 January 2022.
35. King, Ian; Morrison, Neil; Veroeveren, Piet; Cruickshank, Mark (30 May 2013). "India 1985 – Regional Leagues: Calcutta League". RSSSF . Archived from the original on 7 October 2022.

Further reading

• Roy, Gautam (1 January 2021). East Bengal 100. Allsport Foundation. ISBN   978-8194763109.
• Kapadia, Novy (2017). Barefoot to Boots: The Many Lives of Indian Football. Penguin Random House. ISBN   978-0-143-42641-7.
• Martinez, Dolores; Mukharjiim, Projit B (2009). Football: From England to the World: The Many Lives of Indian Football. Routledge. ISBN   978-1-138-88353-6. Archived from the original on 2 July 2022.
• Dineo, Paul; Mills, James (2001). Soccer in South Asia: Empire, Nation, Diaspora. London, United Kingdom: Frank Cass Publishers. p. 33. ISBN   978-0-7146-8170-2. Archived from the original on 25 July 2022.
• Chatterjee, Partha. The Nation and Its Fragments: Colonial and Post-colonial Histories (Calcutta: Oxford University Press, 1995).
• Nath, Nirmal (2011). History of Indian Football: Upto 2009–10. Readers Service. ISBN   9788187891963. Archived from the original on 22 July 2022.

External links

• Jamshid Nassiri at AIFF
• Jamshid Nassiri archive at The Times of India
• Interview of Jamshid Nassiri at Sportskeeda