Jo Paul Ancheri Age, Wiki and Bio

Jo Paul Ancheri

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer Footballer, Football Commentator
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth02/08/1976
Age48 years
BirthplaceThrissur, Kerala, India

Bio/Wiki

Other nameJopaul Anchery

Physical Stats & More

Height172 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversitySree Kerala Varma College, Thrissur, Kerala

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date28/12/2008

Relationships & More

WifeMithu Jopaul

Family

FatherNot known
MotherNot known
Children
SonBenhur Jopaul Anchery
DaughterChristina Jopaul

Career

Football
Debut
Club Football1992
International Football14/09/1994 against Bangladesh
Retirement
International Football2004
Club Football2005
Domestic/State Team
  • State Bank of Travancore Football Club (SBT)
  • Mohun Bagan
  • JCT Football Club
  • FC Kochin
  • East Bengal
Awards
  • 1994: All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year
  • 2001: All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year

Some Lesser Known Facts

Jo Paul Ancheri transitioned from playing professional football in India to becoming a commentator for Star Sports Malayalam.
He showcased his skills in various positions including midfielder, defensive midfielder, defender, and striker.
Ancheri led the Indian national football team as its captain.
He earned the prestigious All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year award in 1994 and 2001.
Ancheri tied the knot with Mithu Jopaul on December 28, 2008.
Throughout his career, he competed for teams such as State Bank of Travancore Football Club (SBT), Mohun Bagan, JCT Football Club, FC Kochin, and East Bengal.
Ancheri represented the Indian national football team from 1994 to 2004.
He shares a strong bond with former footballer I. M. Vijayan.
Transitioning from playing, Ancheri pursued football commentary.
Ancheri contributes as part of the Regional Experts Panel for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 through ViaCom18.