Chennai: Chennaiyin FC have appointed Clifford Miranda as their new head coach, the club announced on Saturday.

Miranda, who succeeds Owen Coyle, became the first Indian head coach of the club. His first assignment as head coach in AIFF Super Cup that kicks off in his home state Goa on October 25. Chennaiyin are placed in a tough group with fellow Indian Super League (ISL) sides Mohun Bagan Super Giant, East Bengal FC alongside Dempo SC who will enjoy home advantage.

Chennaiyin FC and Coyle had mutually parted ways earlier this year. The Scottish manager was one of the most accomplished figures in the ISL, having previously won the ISL Shield with Jamshedpur FC.

Miranda will vie to change the club’s fortunes, with the AIFF Super Cup presenting an immediate chance to make a statement. I

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