Robin Singh interview: Hyderabad FC forward believes Indian football has enough talent to fill Sunil Chhetri-sized void
4 years, 11 months ago

Robin Singh interview: Hyderabad FC forward believes Indian football has enough talent to fill Sunil Chhetri-sized void

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Hyderabad FC footballer Robin Singh talks about his team’s struggles in their debut appearance in the Indian Super League, the Indian football team’s progress under Igor Stimac among other topics. While he’s represented some of the most celebrated teams in Indian football, from East Bengal to Bengaluru FC, he’s also made 30 appearances for the Indian men’s football team since his debut in 2012, although he hasn’t quite had as much game time in the blue jersey of late as he would’ve liked. I want to play next to him as well,” said Robin, who’s played alongside Chhetri at Bengaluru FC aside from the national team. “I’ve always been a football fan, so anything that makes football grow, I want to be a part of it,” said Robin, who has 14 goals from 42 appearances for Mohun Bagan arch-rivals East Bengal to his credit, before signing off.

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No wins, no Sunil Chhetri, what’s next? A team in the doldrums for Indian football
1 month ago

No wins, no Sunil Chhetri, what’s next? A team in the doldrums for Indian football

The Hindu  

At times, the lows in sports are so low that they evoke pity rather than optimism. With India having no wins and also losing the Intercontinental Cup crown this calendar year, along with facing a future without its record goalscorer Sunil Chhetri, the football scene in the country has never been grimmer. The final act of this dismal saga unfolded …

Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football
1 month ago

Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football

Hindustan Times  

For India’s football standards to improve, it is important to find talented footballers at the age of six or so and get them to train in good academies with adequate facilities. Schools also have to play a role by increasing the number of weekly PE periods, said Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri. Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri Excerpts… India’s ranking …

'Need to find Sunil Chhetri's replacement': Manolo Marquez on challenges as head coach of Indian football team
4 months, 4 weeks ago

'Need to find Sunil Chhetri's replacement': Manolo Marquez on challenges as head coach of Indian football team

India TV News  

The newly appointed head coach of the Indian men's football team Manolo Marquez is aware of the fact that his days at the helm of Indian football are going to be full of challenges. His international exit has created a massive void in Indian football and the first and foremost challenge for Marquez will be to fill that gap as …

What makes Sunil Chhetri an exception in Indian football?
7 months ago

What makes Sunil Chhetri an exception in Indian football?

Firstpost  

As India captain Sunil Chhetri prepares to bid adieu to international football after a memorable 19-year career, we take a look at the secrets to his success. The end of India’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Kuwait will also bring curtains down on Sunil Chhetri’s 19-year-old international career. Even if the Blue Tigers fail to achieve ‘Mission 3rd Round’ …

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say
9 months ago

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say

The Hindu  

The inability to score goals has been the Indian football team’s Achilles heel for quite some time now. Hardly any...”India coach Igor Stimac said during the Asian Cup ISL teams have started Indians as one or both strikers in about one-fourth of their games this season. A very happy 21st birthday to @ChennaiyinFC's rising star Rahim Ali 🥳🎂🎊#LetsFootballpic.twitter.com/oa3LHASSXS — Indian …

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'
1 year, 2 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri, who is third in the list of active footballers who have scored most goals in international matches, harbours hope to lead India to the FIFA World Cup. His eyes light up and a broad grin spreads across his face as he considers the prospect of India making history and qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first …

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference
1 year, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference

Hindustan Times  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri has undoubtedly been the most prominent figure for over a decade now. On Friday, the All India Football Federation announced that senior defender Sandesh Jhingan and three other players had been added to India’s squad for the Asian Games. With the continental event being held outside the FIFA window from September 19, …

Sunil Chhetri: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’
1 year, 5 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’

The Hindu  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri’s name towers above everyone else on the list of all-time goal scorers’ list. It may not be feasible for a premium player like Sandesh Jhingan or Gurpreet Singh Sandhu to play the ISL, 10 to 13 matches for the country, the Super Cup, and the Durand and Rovers Cups, but we have …

Technically and tactically, we’re not there yet; we need improvement in all areas: Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 6 months ago

Technically and tactically, we’re not there yet; we need improvement in all areas: Sunil Chhetri

The Hindu  

It started with the Tri-Nation win in Manipur, then the Intercontinental Cup victory in Bhubaneshwar, and culminated with the SAFF Championship win in Bengaluru. But, with the King’s Cup, Merdeka Cup, and Asian Cup rapidly approaching, Blue Tigers captain Sunil Chhetri said “this is just the start”, and there is a long way to go before India can establish itself …

Indian Football is Moving Forward on The Right Path: Adil Khan
4 years, 2 months ago

Indian Football is Moving Forward on The Right Path: Adil Khan

News 18  

Indian men’s football team defender Adil Khan feels Indian Football is moving forward and growing on “the right path" that corroborates its new motto – “Indian Football. “Indian Football is growing in a good way and through the correct path. The sturdy central defender lauded the changes that have been brought into Indian Football to move things ahead, as players …

Sunil Chhetri motivated enough to keep going: Stimac
4 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri motivated enough to keep going: Stimac

The Hindu  

Indian football head coach Igor Stimac feels that talismanic captain Sunil Chhetri is motivated enough to keep going and remains “very valuable” for guiding the national team youngsters. Asked if Chhetri can play for another three-four years, Stimac told PTI: “He is motivated enough to keep going and very valuable to our youngsters with his attitude, professionalism and a positive …

Sunil Chhetri is the Character Who Defines Indian Men's Football Team: Coach Igor Stimac
4 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri is the Character Who Defines Indian Men's Football Team: Coach Igor Stimac

News 18  

National team head coach Igor Stimac on Sunday hailed Sunil Chhetri, saying the talismanic captain was one of those who "glorified" Indian football with his dedication in the 15 years of his illustrious career. "Dedicated, workaholic and team man -- those are some of the attributes which define Sunil Chhetri," he said in a release issued by the All India …

Igor Stimac worried about lack of Indian strikers
4 years, 10 months ago

Igor Stimac worried about lack of Indian strikers

The Hindu  

Indian men's football team coach Igor Stimac believes it is time for the Indian Super League to follow the AFC's rules regarding player composition. “It is not strange that the most successful Asian countries are following the rule and that is why they have options for national team to have strikers,” he said during a media interaction here. From where …

Indian football is growing in the right direction: Robin Singh
4 years, 11 months ago

Indian football is growing in the right direction: Robin Singh

The Hindu  

Hyderabad FC striker Robin Singh is optimistic of Indian football growing in stature with the help of better infrastructure. There's a lot of room for improvement but you can't take away anything from where it's has come to,” he said. I am extremely happy to be a part of this transformational culture that challenges mindsets.” Reflecting on Indian football in …

Will play for India as long as I can and give my best: Sunil Chhetri
4 years, 11 months ago

Will play for India as long as I can and give my best: Sunil Chhetri

India TV News  

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri on Thursday made it clear that he is yet to decide when to hang up his boots though he did not have many games left for the country. The 35-year-old Chhetri recently said that he did not have too many games left to play with the national side and that is the reason why …

Indian football team heavily dependent on Chhetri, says Bhutia
5 years, 3 months ago

Indian football team heavily dependent on Chhetri, says Bhutia

The Hindu  

Former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Thursday said that the forward line of the current team is heavily dependent on Sunil Chhetri and the other players need to step up and score goals. Bhuita said that the team’s defence has already showed a good account of itself in the last two World Cup qualifier matches and the onus is …

Indian football team heavily dependent on Sunil Chhetri: Bhaichung Bhutia
5 years, 3 months ago

Indian football team heavily dependent on Sunil Chhetri: Bhaichung Bhutia

Hindustan Times  

Former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Thursday said that the forward line of the current team is heavily dependent on Sunil Chhetri and the other players need to step up and score goals. Bhutia said that the team’s defence has already showed a good account of itself in the last two World Cup qualifier matches and the onus is …

Indian football news, Intercontinental Cup: Mandar Rao keen to replicate club form for national side
5 years, 6 months ago

Indian football news, Intercontinental Cup: Mandar Rao keen to replicate club form for national side

The Hindu  

As the Indian national football team looks to turn a new page under head coach Igor Stimac, there is a new bunch of players who have received a call-up to the roster the Croatian is planning for the future. Mandar Rao Desai, ignored in the previous regime under Stephen Constantine, made his international debut in the opening match of the …

Indian football news: Indian leagues not helping players, says head coach Igor Stimac
5 years, 6 months ago

Indian football news: Indian leagues not helping players, says head coach Igor Stimac

The Hindu  

Even as the investors and administrators of Indian football debate on the fate of the two leagues — ISL and I-League, the man entrusted with the job of training the country’s national team says it is time to overhaul the faulty club football system which he says is responsible for the drought of talent. Igor Stimac, the newly-appointed head coach, …

Indian Football: Sunil Chhetri on the cusp of being India's most capped player
5 years, 7 months ago

Indian Football: Sunil Chhetri on the cusp of being India's most capped player

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri is just a match away from being the most-capped Indian international. “I think the knowledge and discipline is the highest in my life right now, in terms of taking risk, in terms of having the right food, and in terms of training, and that’s probably why I am this fit,” said Chhetri on Saturday during a media interaction …

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