Amrinder Singh

The Mahilpur area of Doaba has played a significant role in nurturing football. Coaches and school principals from this area dedicate their days and nights to the development of this nursery. After the establishment of the Football Academy in Mahilpur, SAS Khalsa Secondary School Paldi and other individuals have created opportunities for various sports to shine on the football pitch. Manolia, a village in the Hoshiarpur district, is renowned worldwide for hosting the annual fair of Peer Manne Shah on the occasion of Vaisakhi. I have had several opportunities to be part of the organizing committee of this fair through the esteemed presence of S. Jagdev Singh Jassowal. The village head Balwinder Singh has made significant contributions to the development of the village. Amarinder Singh Sandhu, a product of this village, has adorned his football club in Pune with his football skills. He has achieved remarkable performances in the Indian Football League, elevating his club to new heights. With his technical prowess, he has been declared the Hero of the Match six times. This recognition has further boosted his confidence, enabling him to excel in goalkeeping and outperform his competitors. He effortlessly saves dangerous penalty shots, leaving the audience amazed.
Amrinder Singh's impressive achievements include representing the Indian team as the captain at the Asian Games held in South Korea, apart from being the captain of the Indian team in the age group of Under 23 years. This Indian team played in Bangladesh. He also participated in friendly matches played in Goa as part of the senior team of India. His performance in the matches played in the 2013-14 Indian League was highly commendable. He was honoured with the title of "Hero of the Match" in four matches. Amrinder played against Bengaluru FC, Sporting Goa, and Shillong. He has displayed his playing skills in numerous international matches. He has set several records with clubs like Pune FC, Bengaluru FC, and Mumbai City FC. In 2016, his team became the champions of the Indian League, and he won the Golden Glove Award. In 2017, he achieved great success by winning the Federation Cup. He also became the first Indian goalkeeper to receive the Golden Glove Award. He was part of the Indian team that reached the finals of the AFC Cup, making it the first Indian team to do so. He has won the Golden Glove award in the Indian Super League and the Indian League, making him the only Indian goalkeeper to achieve this feat. His exceptional performances in various important matches have made him popular among the spectators. He has also been honoured with several prestigious awards.
He achieved a significant milestone in his life by securing a prominent position in the Saurav Ganguly-led team, Athletico Kolkata SC. Thanks to his efforts, the team became champions for the first time. His hard work and dedication demonstrate that with daily practice and outstanding performance in the field, he has established himself as a valuable asset in Indian football. His brother, Sukhman Singh, a skilled artist, is currently making waves in the Odisha Football Club. He played a crucial role in coaching Amarjeet in honing his football skills, alongside Yadwinder Singh, Manjit Singh, Tarnjeet Singh, and Gurjeet Singh Gill. Vinderjeet.
Singh, who is associated with the Youth Welfare Sports and Cultural Club in their village, serves as his inspiration and provides the necessary support to keep him engaged in various sporting activities.
In the 2012 I-League, Amrinder’s team won five matches, and he conceived only a goal. In this way, he becomes a formidable force against opposing teams. He excels in scoring goals, which requires goalkeeper skills. He is successful in safeguarding the goalposts. It is also believed that a goalkeeper becomes the catalyst for boosting the team's morale in achieving victory. Amarjeet demonstrates his prowess in showcasing his skills in every competition. In 2011, he was also selected for FC Pune City in the Rural National and School National Championships. Through hard work day and night, he achieved success. His achievements include affiliations with Air India, Mohun Bagan, Indian Oil, Shillong, and other clubs, where he has scored numerous goals.
Amrinder Singh Sandhu learned to be a goalkeeper during his childhood. Then, over the years, he honed his playing technique. Besides daily practice, he immersed himself in music and commentary to enhance his skills and bring finesse to his art. Football discussions are always on his mind, which is why he is often associated with goalkeepers. He is fond of dogs and fashion. Exercise and practice are his top priorities. He was born on May 27, 1993, in the village of Manolia to parents Ranjit Singh Sandhu and Kulwant Kaur.