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 Football Federation. The former Croatian World Cupper, who took charge of the national team last year, recalled seeing Chhetri during the preparatory camp ahead of the King's Cup 2019 -- his maiden assignment with the Blue Tigers. ALSO READ | Sunil Chhetri Calls FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup and AFC Women's Asian Cup 'Massive Opportunity'

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2024 Reporter Diaries:  Hoping for one regular day of Indian football - Aashin Prasad, Sportstar
1 week, 4 days ago

2024 Reporter Diaries:  Hoping for one regular day of Indian football - Aashin Prasad, Sportstar

The Hindu  

2024 hasn’t been kind to this reporter. Many a sun set in Indian football this year | Photo Credit: Aashin Prasad But it’s India’s failed World Cup qualification campaign that still rankles. The Asian Cup group stage exit was along expected lines, but there was still hope of watching India make the third round of the qualifiers for the first …

Indian Football legend Sunil Chhetri refuses to ever promote soft drinks
1 month ago

Indian Football legend Sunil Chhetri refuses to ever promote soft drinks

Op India  

Former Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri does not endorse any soft drinks in Speaking to ANI in an exclusive interview, Chhetri touched upon a variety of topics ranging from football, retirement from international sport, his diet and fitness as well as his family. Talking about why he does not endorse soft drinks, Chhetri said, “What I say matters to a lot …

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 …

Manolo Marquez succeeds Igor Stimac as head coach of Indian football men’s team
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Manolo Marquez succeeds Igor Stimac as head coach of Indian football men’s team

The Hindu  

The All India Football Federation appointed Indian Super League Trophy winning coach Manolo Marquez as the head coach of the Indian men’s team to succeed Igor Stimac, on Saturday. Marquez is currently the head coach of ISL side FC Goa, which he joined in 2023, and will continue his role at the club till 2025, while also shouldering the responsibility …

Post retirement from India duty, Sunil Chhetri looks to restore lost glory of Bengaluru FC
6 months ago

Post retirement from India duty, Sunil Chhetri looks to restore lost glory of Bengaluru FC

The Hindu  

Having retired from international football, Sunil Chhetri’s focus now turns to representing his club, Bengaluru FC. Chhetri’s status as fan favourite remains undiminished, as he received the loudest cheers in the club’s open training session at Bangalore Football Stadium here on Sunday. Chhetri was happy that his good friend Virat Kohli and the Indian cricket team fulfilled a dream by …

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Igor Stimac sacked as India coach: Two great years, three not-so-good and a disappointing end

Firstpost  

India men’s national football team coach Igor Stimac paid the price for massively inconsistent results with his job but his five-year tenure did have some positives to contribute to the Indian football ecosystem. It took a week but the All India Football Federation finally wielded the axe and sacked Igor Stimac as the head coach of the India men’s national …

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
7 months ago

Qatar vs India: Who can become India’s No. 9 after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

India’s match against Kuwait was a momentous occasion, with Sunil Chhetri, India’s highest goal scorer, donning the national colours for the last time. It was a chance for the Blue Tigers to give its talismanic skipper a fitting farewell by bolstering its chances of making it to the third round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. READ | Qatar …

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, …

Qatar vs India: Gurpreet Sandhu named captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier
7 months ago

Qatar vs India: Gurpreet Sandhu named captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC goalkeeper and one of the veterans of the Indian football team, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, was named the captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, for the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Qatar on June 11. The FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2 match will be played at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium …

After Sunil Chhetri's retirement, India announce new captain for crucial WC qualifier clash against Qatar
7 months ago

After Sunil Chhetri's retirement, India announce new captain for crucial WC qualifier clash against Qatar

India TV News  

India's new football captain has been announced for the do or die clash against Qatar on June 11. Sunil Chhetri called it quits after the previous game against Kuwait which ended in a draw and India will now have to play without him against Qatar. Meanwhile, his successor, at least for a game, has been named goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu …

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 …

So long and farewell Sunil Chhetri
7 months ago

So long and farewell Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri acknowledges the crowd after India's 0-0 draw against Kuwait They say the crest in front is more important than the name on the back and Sunil Chhetri would be the last player to contest that. “Thank you everyone who came today and those who watched me for these 19 years,” said Chhetri after being feted by Mohun Bagan, …

Sunil Chhetri Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears

ABP News  

It was an emotional evening at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata as Sunil Chhetri-led Team India took on Kuwait in Kolkata on Thursday with the match being the Indian captain's final outing in Indian colours. Although it wasn't the result that India wanted with the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers ending in a goalless draw and even Chhetri failing …

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 …

Sunil Chhetri inconsolable as India teammates reserve guard of honour to goalscoring legend in farewell match vs Kuwait
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri inconsolable as India teammates reserve guard of honour to goalscoring legend in farewell match vs Kuwait

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri bid farewell to international football in front of over 58,000 fans at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, as India were restricted to a goalless draw by Kuwait. The result may have hampered India's chances to progress in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, but the fans brushed the disappointment aside for a few moments as Chhetri took a …

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 …

Sunil Chhetri Last Match FIFA Bids Farewell To India Legend Salt Lake Stadium Kolkata
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Last Match FIFA Bids Farewell To India Legend Salt Lake Stadium Kolkata

ABP News  

Sunil Chhetri Last Match: Sunil Chhetri, the Indian football legend, is plying his trade for one last time for the Blue Tigers as India are taking on Kuwait in a must-win FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday. Before the start of the match though, even the world football governing body bid …

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: SUNIL CHETTRI'S INTERNATIONAL CAREER ENDS WITH A 0-0 DRAW
7 months ago

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: SUNIL CHETTRI'S INTERNATIONAL CAREER ENDS WITH A 0-0 DRAW

ABP News  

India Vs Kuwait Live: Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the India Vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualification AFC 2nd Round at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata. Captain Fantasic, Legend, Iconic, all these words will fall short for today's football match, as Sunil Chettri will don the Indian National Football Team shirt for the very …

Sunil Chhetri labelled as ‘a legend’ in staggering tribute by Luka Modric ahead of India vs Kuwait retirement match
7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri labelled as ‘a legend’ in staggering tribute by Luka Modric ahead of India vs Kuwait retirement match

Hindustan Times  

It will be heart wrenching for Indian football fans to watch Sunil Chhetri play his final international game on Thursday. The Indian football legend has scored 94 goals for his country, and is behind only Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and former Iran player Ali Daei. Ahead of the game, India head coach Igor Stimac had a special surprise for his …

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 …

When Sunil Chhetri beat Manchester United and played for same team as Cristiano Ronaldo
7 months ago

When Sunil Chhetri beat Manchester United and played for same team as Cristiano Ronaldo

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri has been a name synonymous with Indian football over the years. In his prime, Chhetri set another record – becoming the first Indian to play in multiple continents, first with Kansas City Wizards and then with Sporting CP reserves. Premier League side Leeds United was the biggest name on the list, followed by Championship team Coventry City while …

Kishore Kumar, Kabini, ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’ and the importance of being Sunil Chhetri
7 months ago

Kishore Kumar, Kabini, ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’ and the importance of being Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

I had settled into my seat when I noticed a member of the flight crew looking quizzically at me. I have heard some say, “the moment I saw him I knew a great actor had arrived.” I cannot but laugh.” Like Uttam’s early years, the first few years in Kolkata were unremarkable for Chhetri but even then he believed in …

WATCH: Sunil Chhetri breaks down in tears after farewell game for India vs Kuwait in FIFA WC Qualifiers
7 months ago

WATCH: Sunil Chhetri breaks down in tears after farewell game for India vs Kuwait in FIFA WC Qualifiers

India TV News  

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri walked into the sunset after gracing the field for 19 years in his illustrious career for the national team. Chhetri has decided to call it time to his India career with his final game coming against Kuwait in the FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. An emotional Chhetri trudged …

'It's not about my last game': Sunil Chhetri focuses on India's crucial World Cup Qualifier against Kuwait
7 months ago

'It's not about my last game': Sunil Chhetri focuses on India's crucial World Cup Qualifier against Kuwait

India TV News  

Sunil Chhetri remains focused on the work at hand ahead of his farewell match against Kuwait on Thursday, June 6. The legendary Indian footballer has appealed to everyone not to make it about him or his last game as India take on Kuwait in the crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifier at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. India face Qatar, the 34th-ranked …

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 was over the moon for accepting token money for his first contract, recalls childhood coach
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri was over the moon for accepting token money for his first contract, recalls childhood coach

The Hindu  

A 16-year-old Sunil Chhetri's joy knew no bounds when he was handed over a token amount of Rs 1000 for his first-ever contract with a Delhi-based club, recalled his childhood coach Mohammad Sajid on Thursday. It was Sajid who offered Chhetri his maiden club contract worth ₹6500 and the player went on to make his first impression by winning the …

'Retiring As a Legend': FIFA Pays Tribute to India's Sunil Chhetri Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'Retiring As a Legend': FIFA Pays Tribute to India's Sunil Chhetri Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

News 18  

The shock announcement of Sunil Chhetri’s retirement has brought the Indian footballing world to a standstill as countless showered their praises and flowers for the legendary Indian striker. The true impact that Chhetri leaves behind on the international stage was recognised as FIFA themselves took it upon themselves to pay homage to the record-breaking striker as they placed him alongside …

Sunil Chhetri retires: Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh recalls Chhetri’s debut, lauds dedication
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri retires: Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh recalls Chhetri’s debut, lauds dedication

The Hindu  

Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh paid rich tributes to Sunil Chhetri after he announced his international retirement on Thursday. “Sunil made his India team debut when I was the National team captain. “Sunil Chhetri’s biggest quality is his longevity and consistency as a playing member of the national team. Sunil possessed that professional acumen when he gradually positioned himself as …

FIFA's Tribute Post For Retiring Sunil Chhetri Features Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi; Viral Picture Wins Over Internet
7 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA's Tribute Post For Retiring Sunil Chhetri Features Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi; Viral Picture Wins Over Internet

ABP News  

FIFA's Viral Post For Sunil Chhetri: In the biggest news from the Indian sports arena on Thursday, Sunil Chhetri, India's most prolific goal-scoer at the international level, announced his decision to retire from international football. READ HERE | Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement: Top Achievements, Medals, Career Goals, Records Of 'Captain Fantastic' Chhetri revealed that India's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers …

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 Announces Retirement Top Achievements Medals Career Goals Records Net Worth Age Wife
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement Top Achievements Medals Career Goals Records Net Worth Age Wife

ABP News  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri, one of the most illustrious footballers in India's history, formally announced his retirement from international football on Thursday. Sunil Chhetri's final international appearance for India will be in the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Kuwait on Thursday at West Bengal's Salt Lake Stadium. Chhetri, the leading goalscorer in Indian football history, stands as …

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 Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match

ABP News  

Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement: Sunil Chhetri, the legendary Indian football player, has announced retirement from international football after an illustrious career. The veteran football player has decided that the forthcoming FIFA World Cup qualification game between India and Kuwait on June 6 at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata will mark his final appearance for the Indian national team. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV …

Sunil Chhetri, Indian football team captain, announces retirement; World Cup qualifier against Kuwait to be his swansong
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri, Indian football team captain, announces retirement; World Cup qualifier against Kuwait to be his swansong

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri, India's most decorated footballer, has announced his retirement from international football. Chhetri, 39, made the announcement through a video on social media platform X, mentioning that India's upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifier game against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6 will be his last. India's game against Kuwait is a must-win to stay in contention for a World …

Football legend Sunil Chhetri announces retirement, WC qualifier on June 6 to be his last game
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Football legend Sunil Chhetri announces retirement, WC qualifier on June 6 to be his last game

New Indian Express  

Chhetri, who made his debut in 2005, has scored 94 goals for the country. On his international debut against Pakistan way back in 2005, Chhetri, who would go on to become one of the game's most lethal strikers, scored, and he rated it as his best moment. So that day, everything that happened, once he told me, from breakfast to …

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say
8 months, 4 weeks 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 …

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India Eye Goals Against Afghanistan in Sunil Chhetri's Landmark Appearance

News 18  

Milestone man Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as India hope to overcome their struggles in front of the goal in the return leg of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Afghanistan here on Tuesday. Having played his first International in 2005, he has so far earned 149 international caps, 93 goals and 11 trophies for …

'We need to play at a higher level...': India coach Igor Stimac after AFC Asian Cup exit
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'We need to play at a higher level...': India coach Igor Stimac after AFC Asian Cup exit

Firstpost  

The Indian football team’s AFC Asian Cup campaign came to an end on a heart-breaking note. The Blue Tigers had a horrendous outing at the AFC Asian Cup this time in Qatar as they bowed out without even registering a single point. Following the disappointing series of performances, India coach Igor Stimac shared an emotional post on social media platform …

We need players with confidence in front of goal: Coach Igor Stimac after India's AFC Asian Cup exit
11 months, 2 weeks ago

We need players with confidence in front of goal: Coach Igor Stimac after India's AFC Asian Cup exit

New Indian Express  

AL KHOR : India ended their Asian Cup campaign pointless and goal-less, and head coach Igor Stimac admitted that his team needs players with confidence in front of opposition goal, a significant statement considering the likely retirement of talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri in the next few years. It's no secret that the Indian team lacks a quality striker, apart from …

Sunil Chhetri's Team India ends Asian Cup without a point or goal
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri's Team India ends Asian Cup without a point or goal

Hindustan Times  

And so it ended, without a goal scored and a point won. India's forward #11 Sunil Chhetri leaves the pitch after being substituted The biggest scare for India in the first half didn’t come directly from a Syrian attack. If Iraq’s Rebin Solaka’s tackle on Takuma Asano of Japan was the best of the 2024 Asian Cup, the one on …

Want to have the biggest underdogs’ result in the first game: Sunil Chhetri
1 year ago

Want to have the biggest underdogs’ result in the first game: Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

A short video on X, formerly Twitter, posted by All India Football Federation shows Sunil Chhetri playing keepy-uppy. The post on the India national teams’ official handle is captioned: “What pure joy looks like.” India's Sunil Chhetri during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Qatar Chhetri is less than seven months from his fifth decade and the oldest …

AFC Asian Cup: We need to be clinical against superior opponents, says India head coach Igor Stimac
1 year ago

AFC Asian Cup: We need to be clinical against superior opponents, says India head coach Igor Stimac

Firstpost  

Doha: Landing on Saturday evening, India became the first of the 23 visiting teams to arrive in Qatar for the AFC Asian Cup 2023. With less than two weeks until the Blue Tigers’ first game against Australia, head coach Igor Stimac and his boys have no time to waste. On 7th January, we will have a training game among us.” …

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