Lal Muhammad Khamisa

Lal Muhammad Khamisa, known by his nickname, Khamisa Boss, was a Pakistani footballer who played in the 1960s, Khamisa was known as one of the best defenders of his era.

Early life Khamisa was born in Lyari, British India, being native to the Sheedi community.

Playing career

Khamisa (extreme right, sitting row) with Victoria in the 1960s.

Khamisa was notably known for his time at Victoria Sporting Club of Dacca, forming a solid partnership with fellow defender Hussain Killer. During his time at the club, he helped the club win the 1962 Aga Khan Gold Cup, the Dhaka Football League twice in 1962 and 1964, and the All-Pakistan Mohammad Ali Bogra Memorial Tournament. During his time at the Dhaka League, he represented the Dacca Division football team at the 1962 National Football Championship.

On 29 May 1964, Khamisa, along with Wari's Zamboo, were handed a one match suspension each from the Dhaka First Division Football League by the East Pakistan Sports Federation, due to an incident which occurred in a match between Victoria and Wari, where both players attacked each other.

Khamisa was also selected for the East Pakistan football team during his time at Victoria, for an exhibition match against Fortuna Düsseldorf of Germany. The match would end in a 1–4 defeat.

Khamisa (left) trying to win the ball in a match of the Aga Khan Gold Cup between Dacca Wanderers and Iran in 1966.

In 1966, Khamisa joined Dacca Wanderers, helping them earn a runners-up position in the league, as well as helping them reach the semi-finals of the 1966 Aga Khan Gold Cup.

Khamisa (third from right, standing row) with Pakistan Airlines in 1971.

Later on in 1968, Khamisa would join Pakistan Airlines, playing for the departmental team for several years until retiring.

Khamisa also trialed for the Pakistan national football, however, never made the cut to the senior team.

Honours Victoria Dhaka First Division League: Winners (2): 1962, 1964 Runners-up (1): 1965 Aga Khan Gold Cup: Winners (1): 1962 Independence Day Football Tournament: Winners (3): 1961, 1962, 1964 Runners-up (1): 1965 All-Pakistan Mohammad Ali Bogra Memorial Tournament: Winners (2): 1963, 1964

Dacca Wanderers Dhaka First Division League: Runners-up (1): 1966

Pakistan Airlines All-Pakistan Quaid-e-Azam Football League Tournament: Winners (1): 1971