Goa, Aug. 1 -- The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Khalid Jamil as head coach of the Indian men's national football team, making him the first Indian to take the helm since 2012. Jamil replaces Spaniard Manolo Marquez, who resigned after a winless spell.

A seasoned domestic coach with a proven track record, the 48-year-old was chosen from a shortlist that included former India coach Stephen Constantine and Slovakian manager Stefan Tarkovic. The AIFF's Technical Committee finalized his name on July 22, and the Executive Committee ratified the decision on August 1.

Though Jamil lacks international experience, his domestic achievements are noteworthy. Most famously, he led Aizawl FC to a historic I-League title in 2016-1...