Bio/Wiki
| Real Name/Full Name | Jeakson Singh Thounaojam |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 2" (188 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Family
| Father | Deben Thounaojam |
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| Mother | Bilashini Devi |
| Siblings | Jonichand Singh (brother, former India under-19 footballer) |
Career
| International Debut | 25 March 2021 against Oman |
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| Jersey Number | #15 (India), #6 (East Bengal FC) |
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Favourites
| Footballer | Cristiano Ronaldo |
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| International Football Team | Portugal |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/jackthouna/ | |
| https://x.com/JeaksonT |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Jeakson was born into a Meitei family in Thoubal, Manipur. | |
| He began playing football at the age of 4, encouraged by his father. | |
| His parents initially aspired for him to become an IAS officer. | |
| Jeakson demonstrated immense passion for football, even refusing food for days when asked to concentrate on studies. | |
| He has a penchant for travelling and exploring diverse places. | |
| At age 11, he left Thoubal for Chandigarh to join the Chandigarh Football Academy. | |
| Amidst his football journey, Jeakson's father faced health issues which impacted their family. | |
| He captained Minerva during their championship run in the AIFF Youth Leagues. | |
| Jeakson made a mark at the age of 15 in the Durand Cup, one of India's oldest football tournaments. | |
| He became a notable player at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, scoring a historic goal. | |
| Following a successful youth career, he debuted professionally with Indian Arrows. | |
| He joined Kerala Blasters in 2018 and has since made significant contributions to the team. | |
| In 2024, Jeakson signed a record transfer contract with East Bengal FC. |
