| 1. Jo Paul Ancheri transitioned from playing professional football in India to becoming a commentator for Star Sports Malayalam. |
| 2. He showcased his skills in various positions including midfielder, defensive midfielder, defender, and striker. |
| 3. Ancheri led the Indian national football team as its captain. |
| 4. He earned the prestigious All India Football Federation (AIFF) Player of the Year award in 1994 and 2001. |
| 5. Ancheri tied the knot with Mithu Jopaul on December 28, 2008. |
| 6. 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. |
| 7. Ancheri represented the Indian national football team from 1994 to 2004. |
| 8. He shares a strong bond with former footballer I. M. Vijayan. |
| 9. Transitioning from playing, Ancheri pursued football commentary. |
| 10. Ancheri contributes as part of the Regional Experts Panel for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 through ViaCom18. |
| 11. With JCT Football Club from 1994 to 1997, he helped win the Scissors Cup in 1995, Federation Cup in 1996, and the inaugural National Football League (NFL) in 1996-97. |
| 12. As captain of FC Kochin in 1997-1998, he led the team to win the Durand Cup by defeating Mohun Bagan 3-1 in the final. |
| 13. With East Bengal FC for two seasons, he won three titles including the IFA Shield in 2001 and two Durand Cups. |
| 14. With Mohun Bagan, he scored 32 goals in 48 matches and won the Federation Cup in 1998 along with IFA Shields in 1998 and 1999. |
