Bhaichung Bhutia: 'Chhetri a great leader, a great player for India'
5 years, 7 months ago

Bhaichung Bhutia: 'Chhetri a great leader, a great player for India'

The Hindu  

Bhaichung Bhutia congratulated Sunil Chhetri on overtaking his record, and becoming India’s most capped International player at 108 matches. Chhetri on Wednesday overtook his mentor Bhutia’s record of 107 matches when he captained India in the King’s Cup opener against Curacao. Former Indian midfielder Renedy Singh clarified “no player ever plays for records.” “Sunil has been a regular in the India starting XI for more than a decade now. “I have enjoyed playing with him in the National Team, and it’s wonderful to watch him grow not only as a player, but also as an individual.”

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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 …

The joy and the sadness of Chhetri
7 months ago

The joy and the sadness of Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

Just a few days ago, on June 6, the 39-year-old Sunil Chhetri played his last match for India. He retired as India’s highest goal scorer, most capped player and for a team that often struggled to score, he was the inspiration, the creator and the finisher all in one. As he stepped out to play for India one last time, …

Chhetri’s relentless pursuit to elevate India’s standard
7 months ago

Chhetri’s relentless pursuit to elevate India’s standard

The Hindu  

The onset of old age often marks the beginning of an existential crisis. Sunil Chhetri’s time in international football, which ended on Thursday with the 0-0 draw against Kuwait in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification game, will go down as one of the few that militated against this accepted idea. He was the captain for a dozen years, carrying …

Watch: Sunil Chhetri breaks down as India teammates give him guard of honour after farewell game
7 months ago

Watch: Sunil Chhetri breaks down as India teammates give him guard of honour after farewell game

Firstpost  

Sunil Chhetri, 39, played his final match for India, ending a remarkable 19-year career during which he made a record 151 appearances and scored 94 goals. A tarful Sunil Chhetri reacts as he is given a guard of honour by his India teammates after his farwell match in Kolkata on Thursday. Image: X /@IndianFootball Sunil Chhetri could not control his …

Chhetri bids an emotional goodbye
7 months ago

Chhetri bids an emotional goodbye

The Hindu  

Thanks Captain, Leader, Legend was the message unfurled on the stands right behind one of the goals at the Salt Lake Stadium here as thousands of fans wildly cheered the most successful footballer of the country, Sunil Chhetri. Owning an unparalleled record of playing 151 matches and scoring 94 goals, thousands had gathered to see Chhetri finish his last match. …

Sunil Chhetri retires from international football as fourth highest goal-scorer
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri retires from international football as fourth highest goal-scorer

Live Mint  

Thousands cheered a tearful Sunil Chhetri off the pitch after his last match for India on Thursday, bringing to a close an international career which put him among the world's all-time leading scorers. Nearly 59,000 fans came to watch the captain's swan song in Kolkata -- a 0-0 draw against Kuwait in a World Cup qualifier -- a remarkable turnout …

Emotional Sunil Chhetri bows out with Kuwait draw in FIFA World Cup qualifiers
7 months ago

Emotional Sunil Chhetri bows out with Kuwait draw in FIFA World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Thousands cheered a tearful Sunil Chhetri off the pitch after his last match on June 6, bringing to a close an international career which put him among the world’s all-time leading scorers. Nearly 59,000 fans came to watch the captain’s swan song in Kolkata — a 0-0 draw against Kuwait in a World Cup qualifier — a remarkable turnout in …

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: Fans Bring Out Spectacular Tifos For Captain Fantastic On His Farewell Appearance For India, Pictures Go Viral
7 months ago

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: Fans Bring Out Spectacular Tifos For Captain Fantastic On His Farewell Appearance For India, Pictures Go Viral

ABP News  

Sunil Chhetri walked out for India one final time during the Blue Tigers' FIFA World Cup Qualifiers fixture against Kuwait at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday. While he could not score in his farewell match which ended goalless, it was an emotional moment for Chhetri as well as the football fans who welcomed captain fantastic into the …

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’ …

FIFA World Cup: All about Sunil Chhetri who is set to retire after qualifier match against Kuwait today
7 months ago

FIFA World Cup: All about Sunil Chhetri who is set to retire after qualifier match against Kuwait today

Live Mint  

Indian legend Sunil Chhetri is set to bid farewell to international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Kuwait today i.e. Ahead of today's match, Real Madrid's midfielder Luka Modric has also sent a special message for Sunil Chhetri. In a post shared by India Senior Football Team coach Igor Stimac, Modric said, “Hi Sunil, I want to …

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
7 months, 1 week ago

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

Hindustan Times  

India goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu on Friday said that other players will have to step up and take the national team forward after the retirement of talismanic captain and striker Sunil Chhetri. Sunil Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu The team assembled in Kolkata for training ahead of its must-win World Cup qualifier against Kuwait at the Salt Lake Stadium on …

Elite scoring company: Ronaldo, Messi and soon to retire Indian legend Sunil Chhetri
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Elite scoring company: Ronaldo, Messi and soon to retire Indian legend Sunil Chhetri

Associated Press  

Indian soccer legend Sunil Chhetri is in elite company — of those still playing, only Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, with 128 and 106 respectively, have scored more international goals than Chhetri. “It was not that I was feeling tired,” Chhetri, who had a short spell in the United States with the MLS’s Kansas City Wizards in 2010, said in …

Sunil Chhetri announces retirement; Best career moments of the Indian football legend in pictures
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri announces retirement; Best career moments of the Indian football legend in pictures

The Hindu  

Chhetri made his senior India debut against Pakistan on 12 June 2005 in Quetta. Chhetri contributed to India’s victorious 2011 SAFF Championship campaign with his seven goals. Chhetri topped the goal-scorer’s chart with four goals to his name aiding India win the 2012 Nehru Cup. As a captain, Chhetri led India to the 2015 SAFF Championship triumph scoring joint- most …

Sunil Chhetri's Retirement Announcement: Virat Kohli, BCCI React; Tributes Flood Social Media
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri's Retirement Announcement: Virat Kohli, BCCI React; Tributes Flood Social Media

ABP News  

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri announced on Thursday that he will retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match against Kuwait, set to take place in Kolkata on June 6. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV — Sunil Chhetri May 16, 2024 Admirers Of Sunil Chhetri Pour Social Media With Reactions Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli and Indian cricket's apex body, the …

Sunil Chhetri: Captain, Leader, Legend
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri: Captain, Leader, Legend

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri called time on his international career as he took to social media to announce that the joint FIFA World Cup and AFC Asian Cup Qualifier match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6 will be his last for the Blue Tigers. Scoring 94 in 150 matches, Chhetri is the third most prolific scorer in international football among active …

'My Brother, Proud': Virat Kohli, BCCI, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Join in to Congratulate Sunil Chhetri's Stellar International Career
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'My Brother, Proud': Virat Kohli, BCCI, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Join in to Congratulate Sunil Chhetri's Stellar International Career

News 18  

As the announcement of Sunil Chhetri’s retirement from International football has taken social media by storm, some big accounts on social media have given their reactions to the news. Explore the complete IPL 2024 Schedule, IPL 2024 Points Table and players with the Most Sixes, Most Fours and Most Fifties in IPL 2024 The Board of Control for Cricket in …

Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6

The Hindu  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri on Thursday announced his decision to retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6, bringing the curtains down on a glorious two-decade career. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV — Sunil Chhetri May 16, 2024 India are currently second in Group A with four points, behind leaders Qatar. "The match …

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 …

India football captain Sunil Chhetri yet to decide on retirement: Enjoying the bonus period
1 year, 2 months ago

India football captain Sunil Chhetri yet to decide on retirement: Enjoying the bonus period

India Today  

Indian football talisman Sunil Chhetri acknowledges that he's currently in the twilight of his remarkable career, but he hasn't specified a retirement date. Nevertheless, it's definite that the 39-year-old Chhetri won't be participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. I just want to enjoy it," Chhetri said ahead of India's 2026 World Cup second-round qualifiers matches later this month. Chhetri …

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: The epitome of a modern-day footballer
1 year, 5 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: The epitome of a modern-day footballer

The Hindu  

Nothing corrodes peak athletic performance quite like time. Big numbers by Sunil Chhetri 92 international goals — Highest for India, third-highest active goalscorer in the world after Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Only the fourth Indian to score a hat-trick against Pakistan, the other three being Puran Bahadur Thapa, IM Vijayan, and Jeje Lalpekhlua 142 international matches — The most …

Sunil Chhetri Opens Up on What Keeps Him Going and He Why is Not Chasing 100 Goals for India
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Opens Up on What Keeps Him Going and He Why is Not Chasing 100 Goals for India

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri led India to their ninth SAFF Championship title after helping clinch the 2023 Intercontinental Cup, with the team playing nine games in a span of around 24 days. All of this has come together for me to play 100 games and as I said before, there’s only one me and it’s such an outstanding feeling. ” Up next …

Sunil Chhetri moves up in international goal scorer list. His rank is . . .
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri moves up in international goal scorer list. His rank is . . .

Live Mint  

Indian men's football team recently added another feather to their cap- the SAFF championship, that the Indian team won after beating Kuwait on penalties. Sunil Chhetri, the man who served Indian football for close to two decades, has earned a new accolade, possibly the best ever. What should make every Indian proud is that the list of ten best footballers …

We want him to take rest but…India’s assistant coach drops massive remark on Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 6 months ago

We want him to take rest but…India’s assistant coach drops massive remark on Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri has gotten off to a blinder of a start at the SAFF Championships in Bangalore, having already scored 4 goals in India’s 2 games, including a hat-trick against Pakistan. Indian team captain Sunil Chhetri acknowledges the crowd after winning a football match against Nepal He scored again in India’s match against Nepal, the first as the hosts beat …

Chhetri, self-effacing as ever, prefers to focus on the collective
1 year, 6 months ago

Chhetri, self-effacing as ever, prefers to focus on the collective

The Hindu  

Sportspersons are great lovers of symmetry. They crave records that give a sense of completeness and have rhythmic allure — like Novak Djokovic winning all three Majors at least thrice and Usain Bolt‘s ‘three-peat’ of the 100m and 200m Olympic golds. Nearly two decades down the line, he was still haunting Pakistan, scoring his fourth career international hat-trick to move …

Sunil Chhetri the captain, still leading by example
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri the captain, still leading by example

The Hindu  

The zeal to give everything out for the country is keeping the nonpareil Sunil Chhetri going strong at the age of 38. The national coach and the former World Cupper from Croatia Igor Stimac says that Chhetri is still outscoring than most of the youngsters in the current Indian squad giving a stamp of agelessness to the most successful striker …

Captain Fantastic: FIFA Honours Sunil Chhetri with a Heartwarming Docuseries
2 years, 3 months ago

Captain Fantastic: FIFA Honours Sunil Chhetri with a Heartwarming Docuseries

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri is arguably India’s greatest football player. The official Twitter account of FIFA World Cup tweeted about the docuseries and wrote, “You know all about Ronaldo and Messi, now get the definitive story of the third highest scoring active men’s international. You know all about Ronaldo and Messi, now get the definitive story of the third highest scoring active …

'Two Decades is A Bit of A Wait'- Sunil Chhetri Expresses Joy After Maiden Durand Cup Win
2 years, 3 months ago

'Two Decades is A Bit of A Wait'- Sunil Chhetri Expresses Joy After Maiden Durand Cup Win

News 18  

India football captain Sunil Chhetri has added another feather to his cap as his side, Bengaluru FC lifted the maiden Durand Cup on Sunday. Durand Cup Champions – would have been a shame if an Army kid playing football professionally never had the chance to say this. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sunil Chhetri Chhetri-led BFC …

Sunil Chhetri Scores his 84th International Goal: A Deep Dive into His Record-breaking Tally
2 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Scores his 84th International Goal: A Deep Dive into His Record-breaking Tally

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri scored a goal against Hong Kong as the hosts thrashed their opponents 4-0 in the AFC Asian Cup qualifier on Tuesday. And with a goal against Hong Kong, the Indian skipper became the third-active highest goalscorer in the world currently. Chhetri bagged one goal against Sri Lanka, Bahrain, South Korea, Pakistan, Cameroon, Philippines, Palestine, Puerto Rico, Macao, New …

Sunil Chhetri makes it to top 5 goal-scorers in international football history; Twitter reacts
2 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri makes it to top 5 goal-scorers in international football history; Twitter reacts

India TV News  

Highlights The 37 year old footballer is all set to make his third Asian Cup final appearance Cristiano Ronaldo tops the chart with 117 international goals Sunil Chhetri, the football legend from India, is in no mood to stop as he is leading his team from the front in the ongoing AFC Asian Cup Qualifier. The Indian skipper has raised …

India basketball captain Vishesh Bhriguvanshi targets team growth
2 years, 9 months ago

India basketball captain Vishesh Bhriguvanshi targets team growth

The Hindu  

Vishesh Bhriguvanshi has just completed his warm-down after a tantalising second round league match against Indian Railways at the Nehru Indoor Stadium in the Senior National basketball championships. And as a captain of the Indian men’s team, too, for the forthcoming Window II of the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers and Asia Cup, a qualifying event for the Asian Games, Bhriguvanshi’s …

Shared best relationship on field with Bhaichung Bhutia, Jeje lalpekhlua: Sunil Chhetri
3 years, 3 months ago

Shared best relationship on field with Bhaichung Bhutia, Jeje lalpekhlua: Sunil Chhetri

India TV News  

Indian football talisman Sunil Chhetri says he shared the best rapport with former captain Bhaichung Bhutia and striker Jeje Lalpekhlua on the field, thanks to their playing "combination" and "understanding". The 37-year-old Chhetri is set to appear in his fifth SAFF Championship and before its kick off, he took a walk down the memory lane and picked his favourites from …

Sunil Chhetri overtakes Lionel Messi to become second-highest international goalscorer among active players
3 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri overtakes Lionel Messi to become second-highest international goalscorer among active players

The Hindu  

India men's football team captain Sunil Chhetri overtook Ali Mabkhout and Lionel Messi on Monday to become the second-highest international goalscorer among active men's players. Chhetri, who scored his 73rd and 74th international goals, is second behind Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 103 international goals. The 36-year-old is now placed 11th on the all-time goal-scorer's list in men's international football. …

Sunil Chhetri is Best and Wants to Be The Best Every Single Day: Sahal Abdul Samad
4 years, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri is Best and Wants to Be The Best Every Single Day: Sahal Abdul Samad

News 18  

Footballer Sahal Abdul Samad has heaped praise on Sunil Chhetri, saying the talismanic India captain is the “best in India” and that “he wants to be the best every single day”. “If I have to choose one thing about him, it will be Chhetri bhai’s positive mindset — to be the best every day. Everybody knows he’s the best in …

Sunil Chhetri voted 2019 Asian Cup’s favourite player by fans
4 years, 5 months ago

Sunil Chhetri voted 2019 Asian Cup’s favourite player by fans

The Hindu  

Indian talisman Sunil Chhetri was on Saturday voted as the favourite player of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup by fans as he finished ahead of Eldor Shomurodov of Uzbekistan. The 35-year-old Indian captain scored twice during the group stage of the Asian Cup in the beginning of last year. India came close to securing a Round of 16 spot but …

Delhi and KKR star Rajat Bhatia calls it a day
4 years, 5 months ago

Delhi and KKR star Rajat Bhatia calls it a day

The Hindu  

Seasoned all-rounder Rajat Bhatia announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Wednesday. The 40-year-old Bhatia, who started his first-class career with Tamil Nadu 21 seasons ago, turned out for Delhi, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand in domestic cricket. Bhatia played 112 first-class games, aggregated 6,482 runs and scalped 137 wickets. Part of the Delhi squad which won the Ranji Trophy …

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 …

Sunil Chhetri thanks Bhaichung, Renedy for mentorship
4 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri thanks Bhaichung, Renedy for mentorship

The Hindu  

Indian football team skipper Sunil Chhetri is set to complete 15 years at the international stage on Friday. Chhetri is placed 10th in the list of all-time highest goal-scorers in international football, and second among active players above Lionel Messi and just below Cristiano Ronaldo. I was over the moon," said Chettri in a Facebook live session from the Indian …

Had Doubts Over Sunil Chhetri Before India Debut But He Didn't Fail Me: Sukhwinder Singh
4 years, 7 months ago

Had Doubts Over Sunil Chhetri Before India Debut But He Didn't Fail Me: Sukhwinder Singh

News 18  

Former India coach Sukhwinder Singh, who gave Sunil Chhetri his international debut away to Pakistan, recalls having doubts over whether the current captain could hack it at international level. Chhetri was handed his debut because then-captain Bhaichung Bhutia was unavailable for the tournament due to an injury but Sukhwinder admitted that Chhetri was not his first option at the time. …

Sunil Chhetri 'Can Play 6-7 Years' More: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu On ISL Instagram Live
4 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri 'Can Play 6-7 Years' More: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu On ISL Instagram Live

News 18  

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu feels Sunil Chhetri will keep playing till te age of 41, as his Bengaluru FC teammate is 'getting younger day by day'. Sunil Chhetri, who is 35-years-old, will complete 15 years in international football on June 12, went on to become India's highest goal-scorer with 72 strikes from 115 matches. Chhetri is now the second highest goal-scorer …

On this day: Chhetri plays his 100th international match
4 years, 7 months ago

On this day: Chhetri plays his 100th international match

The Hindu  

Two years ago, on this day, Sunil Chhetri played his 100th international match for India, in the Intercontinental Cup. In the lead-up to that game, Chhetri had asked India’s football fans to turn up and support the national team. “Sunil bhai ’s message, the rain and fans turning up to the stadium – all combined to make it an unbelievable …

Baichung Bhutia picks Sahal Abdul Samad as the next big goal-scorer for India after Sunil Chhetri's retirement
4 years, 7 months ago

Baichung Bhutia picks Sahal Abdul Samad as the next big goal-scorer for India after Sunil Chhetri's retirement

Firstpost  

Indian football icon Bhaichung Bhutia on Saturday picked Kerala Blasters youngster Sahal Abdul Samad to be the next big scorer for the country after captain Sunil Chhetri’s retirement. One of the youngest members of the Indian line-up, Sahal, who made his debut in the 2019 Kings Cup, has impressed coach Igor Stimac and Chhetri with his dribbling and passing abilities. …

Sahal to be next big scorer after Chhetri retires: Bhaichung Bhutia
4 years, 7 months ago

Sahal to be next big scorer after Chhetri retires: Bhaichung Bhutia

The Hindu  

Indian football icon Bhaichung Bhutia on Saturday picked Kerala Blasters youngster Sahal Abdul Samad to be the next big scorer for the country after captain Sunil Chhetri’s retirement. He just needs to start getting confidence of scoring, taking shots,” Bhutia said in an Instagram live on the Indian Super League. Indian players are talented, willing to work hard, opportunities will …

From Chhetri to Lawrence, most-capped players in Indian football
4 years, 9 months ago

From Chhetri to Lawrence, most-capped players in Indian football

The Hindu  

Indian national team’s current captain Sunil Chhetri is the longest-serving international in the country, followed by Bhaichung Bhutia, whose record Chhetri broke in 2019. Here’s a list with some details: Sunil Chhetri - 115 international caps The current national team’s skipper Sunil Chhetri is India’s most-capped player with 115 appearances. Bhaichung Bhutia - 107 international caps With 107 national team …

Bhutia joins AFC’s awareness campaign in fight against COVID-19
4 years, 9 months ago

Bhutia joins AFC’s awareness campaign in fight against COVID-19

The Hindu  

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia will feature in Asian Football Confederation’s public awareness campaign on the COVID-19 pandemic, the continental body said. The #BreakTheChain campaign features some of Asia’s biggest names in football, sharing inspiring messages of solidarity and timely reminders on the best health practices and guidelines put in place by the World Health Organization. “The #BreakTheChain campaign features …

Indian Football: Bhaichung Bhutia echoes Igor Stimac's views
5 years, 2 months ago

Indian Football: Bhaichung Bhutia echoes Igor Stimac's views

The Hindu  

After Sunil Chhetri, former Indian football captain Bhaichung Bhutia too echoed National coach Igor Stimac’s views that India ought to have had a preparatory camp ahead of the FIFA 2022 World Cup qualifiers against Afghanistan and Oman on November 15 and 19 respectively. “We need to give at least a week or so for the team to be together and …

Indian football team heavily dependent on Chhetri, says Bhutia
5 years, 2 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 …

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia hails India’s 'great achievement' against Qatar
5 years, 3 months ago

Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia hails India’s 'great achievement' against Qatar

The Hindu  

Former captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Wednesday hailed the Indian football team’s performance in the goalless draw against Asian champion Qatar in the World Cup qualifiers, terming the result as a “great achievement“. Igor Stimac’s side survived waves of attacks from Qatar to hold the reigning Asian champion to a goalless draw to steal an unexpected point from its away match …

Saw sparks of a special player in Sunil Chhetri from early days of his career, says Indian football team assistant coach Shanmugam Venkatesh
5 years, 5 months ago

Saw sparks of a special player in Sunil Chhetri from early days of his career, says Indian football team assistant coach Shanmugam Venkatesh

Firstpost  

It was under Venkatesh’s captaincy that Chhetri began his international career in March 2004 for the U-20 team. New Delhi: Indian football team assistant coach Shanmugam Venkatesh on Saturday said he saw in the talismanic captain Sunil Chhetri the qualities of a special player from the beginning of his career. From being captain to teammate to rival and now assistant …

Sunil Chhetri becomes second-highest international goalscorer among active players
5 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri becomes second-highest international goalscorer among active players

The Hindu  

India football team captain Sunil Chhetri, for the second time this year, overtook Lionel Messi to become the second-highest international goalscorer among active players when he scored a fourth-minute penalty against Tajikistan in the Intercontinental Cup on Sunday. The skipper scored his 69th international goal with a clever panenka to go second on the list, only below Cristiano Ronaldo who …

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