Chhetri looks forward to BFC's redemption and life under Pezzaiuoli
3 years, 8 months ago

Chhetri looks forward to BFC's redemption and life under Pezzaiuoli

The Hindu  

The first few days after Sunil Chhetri tested positive for COVID-19 were the worst of his life. You think you will be fine…you are a fit person and nothing will happen….but I really struggled.” A month on, Chhetri is inching towards full fitness, slowly and steadily, even as Bengaluru FC gears up for the 2021 AFC Cup Preliminary Stage Two clash against Nepalese side Tribhuvan Army FC, on April 14 in Goa. Following the disastrous 2020-21 Indian Super League campaign, in which BFC finished seventh out of 11 teams and saw its then manager Carles Cuadrat fired, Chhetri expects a response. Also, the fact that we were horrible last year, to say the least, gives added motivation to every one of us to perform.” Chhetri also feels that it is important for the youngsters to not carry the scars from the unpleasant campaign. Looking forward to it.” “I hope I make the cut… we still have a few days and I hope I make the cut,” Chhetri says with a smile.

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ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru FC shows signs of life after Sunil Chhetri in impressive win vs Chennaiyin FC
1 week, 4 days ago

ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru FC shows signs of life after Sunil Chhetri in impressive win vs Chennaiyin FC

The Hindu  

For the last few seasons, the question of how Bengaluru FC will cope with life after Sunil Chhetri has lingered in the background. The first three of their four goals came from link-up play between the starting front three of Chhetri, Ryan Williams, and Jorge Pereyra Diaz. This tactic has been especially fruitful for Bengaluru FC this season, with the …

ISL 2024-25: Evergreen Chhetri’s hattrick powers Bengaluru FC to 4-2 win against Kerala Blasters
1 month ago

ISL 2024-25: Evergreen Chhetri’s hattrick powers Bengaluru FC to 4-2 win against Kerala Blasters

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri justified his place in the Bengaluru FC starting lineup with a hattrick against Kerala Blasters FC in the Indian Super League 2024-25 match at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Saturday. The 40-year-old Chhetri, who came off the bench in the last few outings, displayed incredible skill, composure and boundless energy to power BFC to a 4-2 victory. …

ISL 2024-25: Chhetri enters record books as Bengaluru edges 2-1 win against Mohammedan
1 month, 1 week ago

ISL 2024-25: Chhetri enters record books as Bengaluru edges 2-1 win against Mohammedan

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri’s brilliant performance helped Bengaluru FC pip Mohammedan Sporting 2-1 in an exciting Indian Super League 2024-25 contest at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan here on Wednesday. Maintaining a good rhythm, Mohammedan overcame its habit of slow starts and struck home through Cesar Manzoki before Chhetri became the first player to score against 15 different opponents and amend BFC’s poor …

'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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

'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 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 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 …

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 …

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 Only Notable Face In Stimac's 18-Member Indian Football Squad For Asian Games
1 year, 3 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Only Notable Face In Stimac's 18-Member Indian Football Squad For Asian Games

News 18  

Veteran striker Sunil Chhetri was the only notable face in the 18-member Indian squad for the Hangzhou Asian Games as All India Football Federation finally managed to stich a second-rung team, but there is still a big question mark on head coach Igor Stimac accompanying the team. Most of the clubs had shown unwillingness to release the 22 players named …

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 …

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 …

Sunil Chhetri announces his contract extension with Bengaluru FC after India beats Lebanon in SAFF Championship
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri announces his contract extension with Bengaluru FC after India beats Lebanon in SAFF Championship

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri, announced a contract extension with the Bengaluru FC after the winning the SAFF Championship semifinal against Lebanon at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Saturday. Nearly 10 years later, the Indian football legend has 106 goals and 18 assists for the club, winning eight major trophies with the club, including the two I-league and three Federation Cup titles. …

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 …

Rejuvenated Chhetri relishes busy month ahead as India begins road to Asian Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

Rejuvenated Chhetri relishes busy month ahead as India begins road to Asian Cup

The Hindu  

Ahead of the Intercontinental Cup next month – starting marker for India’s preparation for the Asian Cup early next year – Sunil Chhetri, a fox in the opposition penalty box, appeared at his sharpest in front of the camera while facing the questions thrown at him. The short break, according to him, has seen the national team boys come back …

IPL 2023: Sunil Chhetri meets Virat Kohli and RCB ahead of Mumbai Indians clash
1 year, 9 months ago

IPL 2023: Sunil Chhetri meets Virat Kohli and RCB ahead of Mumbai Indians clash

India Today  

Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri met the entire Royal Challengers Bangalore team ahead of their opener in the Indian Premier League. Chhetri, considered as one of the fittest men in Indian football, despite the age of 38 showed some outlandish skills in the field that amazed the RCB team. The football star - one of the highest scorers for …

Sunil Chhetri could be playing last season of his illustrious career, says India head coach Igor Stimac
1 year, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri could be playing last season of his illustrious career, says India head coach Igor Stimac

India TV News  

Head coach of India's Football team, Igor Stimac reckons the country's talismanic player Sunil Chhetri could be playing the last season of his illustrious career. I'm quite sure that the upcoming months will be the best for Sunil Chhetri," Stimac said according to official AIFF website. For the unversed, Sunil Chhetri has third most international goals to his name among …

ISL 2022-23, Semi-final: Sunil Chhetri's Late Header Gives Bengaluru FC Advantage Over Mumbai City FC in First Leg
1 year, 10 months ago

ISL 2022-23, Semi-final: Sunil Chhetri's Late Header Gives Bengaluru FC Advantage Over Mumbai City FC in First Leg

News 18  

Star striker Sunil Chhetri struck a late goal as a substitute to help Bengaluru FC eke out a 1-0 win over Mumbai City FC in the first leg of the Indian Super League semi-final here on Tuesday. Chhetri’s 78th-minute goal gave the Blues a vital advantage ahead of the second leg in Bengaluru on Sunday. Before the hour-mark, Bengaluru FC …

ISL 2022-23: Sunil Chhetri strike helps Bengaluru FC beat Mumbai City FC 1-0 in semi-final first leg
1 year, 10 months ago

ISL 2022-23: Sunil Chhetri strike helps Bengaluru FC beat Mumbai City FC 1-0 in semi-final first leg

India Today  

Bengaluru FC nabbed a narrow 1-0 win and secured a crucial advantage in the first leg of the Indian Super League semi-final against Mumbai City FC at the Mumbai Football Arena on Tuesday, March 7. Sunil Chhetri came on as a substitute and found the back of the net in the 78th minute to give the Blues a vital advantage …

ISL 2022: Bengaluru FC rides on Chhetri goal to beat SC East Bengal
2 years, 10 months ago

ISL 2022: Bengaluru FC rides on Chhetri goal to beat SC East Bengal

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC finished its Indian Super League season on a winning note as it beat bottom-placed SC East Bengal by captain Sunil Chhetri’s solitary goal at Vasco on Saturday. East Bengal's disappointments compounded as it finished at the bottom of the standings with 11 points earned from just one win and eight draws. Showing why he is still considered the …

ISL 2021-22: BFC skipper Chhetri urges players to support each other in difficult times
2 years, 11 months ago

ISL 2021-22: BFC skipper Chhetri urges players to support each other in difficult times

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC skipper Sunil Chhetri spoke on the difficulties faced by athletes inside the Indian Super League bio bubble and urged fellow rivals to support each other during these hard times. Chhetri spoke out on the back of the ATK Mohun Bagan vs Bengaluru FC clash being postponed due to Covid-19 complications. This is the second ISL match that has …

ISL 2021-22: Chennaiyin FC aims victory against struggling Bengaluru
3 years ago

ISL 2021-22: Chennaiyin FC aims victory against struggling Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Chennaiyin FC will look to return to winning ways against a struggling Bengaluru FC at the Tilak Maidan Stadium in Vasco on Thursday. READ: ISL 2021: SC East Bengal parts ways with Manuel Diaz That BFC drew both those matches – against ATK Mohun Bagan and Jamshedpur FC – adds to the intrigue, for it was the first time this …

'He Needs More Luck': Bengaluru FC Head Coach Not Worried About Sunil Chhetri's Goal Drought
3 years ago

'He Needs More Luck': Bengaluru FC Head Coach Not Worried About Sunil Chhetri's Goal Drought

News 18  

India captain Sunil Chhetri is yet to score a goal in six matches in the ongoing Indian Super League but his Bengaluru FC head coach Marco Pezzaiouli is not unduly worried about the talisman’s form, saying “he is also a human being”. With the national team, he had a lot of luck as the ball fell to him many times …

Sunil Chhetri credits youngsters in Indian team for SAFF C'ship triumph
3 years, 2 months ago

Sunil Chhetri credits youngsters in Indian team for SAFF C'ship triumph

India TV News  

Talismanic skipper Sunil Chhetri played a pivotal role in India's eighth SAFF Championships title triumph by striking five goals but he credited the young brigade for team's victory. The 37-year-old Chhetri, Indian football's torchbearer for the last 10 years, went past legendary Pele and equaled Lionel Messi when he scored the team's opener -- and his 80th goal -- against …

Chhetri credits youngsters in Indian team for SAFF C'ships triumph
3 years, 2 months ago

Chhetri credits youngsters in Indian team for SAFF C'ships triumph

The Hindu  

Talismanic skipper Sunil Chhetri played a pivotal role in India's eighth SAFF Championships title triumph by striking five goals but he credited the young brigade for the team's victory. The 37-year-old Chhetri, Indian football's torchbearer for the last 10 years, went past legendary Pele and equalled Lionel Messi when he scored the team's opener -- and his 80th goal -- …

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Has 'Leaked' Footage of Sunil Chhetri's Contract Signing, Bengaluru FC Can't 'Confirm Or Deny'
3 years, 6 months ago

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu Has 'Leaked' Footage of Sunil Chhetri's Contract Signing, Bengaluru FC Can't 'Confirm Or Deny'

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri signed a new two-year contract with Bengaluru FC as Gurpreet Singh Sandhu had a really funny reaction to the announcement. 😅#Chhetri2023 https://t.co/tWuGqdjwpK— Bengaluru FC June 21, 2021 The deal will ensure Chhetri, who had signed his first contract with the club in 2013, extends his stay at Bengaluru FC into the 10th ISL season. Chhetri, a six-time Player …

The City is Home Now! Sunil Chhetri Signs New 2-year Deal With Bengaluru FC
3 years, 6 months ago

The City is Home Now! Sunil Chhetri Signs New 2-year Deal With Bengaluru FC

News 18  

Bengaluru FC announced on Sunday that Sunil Chhetri has signed a new two-year deal to keep him at the club until at least 2023. 🎶 We just don’t think you understand… pic.twitter.com/ZLvAoUD2yn— Bengaluru FC June 20, 2021 Chhetri, a six-time AIFF Player of the Year, led the Blues to their first League title in 2013, and has since won five …

Sunil Chhetri signs Bengaluru FC extension until 2023
3 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri signs Bengaluru FC extension until 2023

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC skipper Sunil Chhetri has signed a two-year extension at the Indian Super League club which will take him through until 2023. He is also the highest Indian goal-scorer in the history of the ISL with 47 goals from 94 games and is now only one goal shy of the ISL's all-time leading goal-scorer, Ferran Corominas. I love this …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: If you give a chance to Chhetri, he will take that, concedes Bangladesh coach
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: If you give a chance to Chhetri, he will take that, concedes Bangladesh coach

Firstpost  

Doha: Talismanic Sunil Chhetri won’t miss if you give him the opportunity to score, says Bangladesh coach Jamie Day after the Indian captain led his side to a 2-0 win in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 AFC Asian Cup. The 36-year-old Chhetri scored a second-half brace against Bangladesh to hand India their first win in the joint preliminary …

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. …

Chhetri, Jhingan optimistic ahead of India's World Cup, Asian Cup Qualifiers
3 years, 7 months ago

Chhetri, Jhingan optimistic ahead of India's World Cup, Asian Cup Qualifiers

The Hindu  

Indian football team stars, including skipper Sunil Chhetri, on Wednesday expressed confidence of doing well in the joint 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup Qualifiers next month, despite their preparations not being ideal owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. AIFF President Praful Patel contacted with the senior members of the team to get a feel of their preparations ahead of …

Sunil Chhetri to lead Bengaluru FC, Delgado left out of AFC Cup
3 years, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri to lead Bengaluru FC, Delgado left out of AFC Cup

The Hindu  

India captain Sunil Chhetri returns to action after recovering from COVID-19 and will lead Bengaluru FC in its AFC Cup preliminary stage two contest here on April 14. Bengaluru FC on Thursday named a 29-member squad for the contest against Nepalese side Tribhuvan Army FC, a day after three COVID-19 cases were detected among the players and staff. “Skipper Sunil …

Sunil Chhetri to lead Bengaluru FC in AFC Cup match against Tribhuvan Army FC
3 years, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri to lead Bengaluru FC in AFC Cup match against Tribhuvan Army FC

Firstpost  

The Bengaluru-based side on Thursday named a 29-member squad for the match against Nepalese side Tribhuvan Army FC, a day after three COVID-19 cases were detected among the players and staff. Bambolim: Talismanic India captain Sunil Chhetri has returned to action after recovering from COVID-19 and will lead Bengaluru FC in their AFC Cup preliminary stage two match here on …

Chhetri recovers from COVID-19, returns to training
3 years, 9 months ago

Chhetri recovers from COVID-19, returns to training

The Hindu  

India's talismanic football captain Sunil Chhetri on Sunday said he has recovered from COVID-19, days after testing positive for the infection that ruled him out of the international friendlies against Oman and the UAE. In better news, I feel fine as I continue my recovery from the virus and should be back on a football pitch soon," Chhetri had tweeted …

Sunil Chhetri among 13 forwards vying for the three spots in the all-time AFC Cup XI
3 years, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri among 13 forwards vying for the three spots in the all-time AFC Cup XI

Hindustan Times  

Asian Football Confederation on Saturday shortlisted India football team skipper Sunil Chhetri among 13 strikers to be picked for the three positions in the all-time AFC Cup XI by fans. "Three places remain in our All-time AFC Cup XI, with some of Asian football's most iconic goal scorers to vie for a place in our fans' dream selection," the continental …

ISL 2021: Seven years of Chhetri, where are the other Indian strikers?
3 years, 9 months ago

ISL 2021: Seven years of Chhetri, where are the other Indian strikers?

The Hindu  

Seven long years have passed, as have seven seasons of the Indian Super League. Chhetri netted eight goals in 20 games this season — a campaign that was poor considering Bengaluru FC’s standards — and finished as the seventh-highest scorer. It has to be a team effort.” How does one not pose this question though, considering the dearth of Indian …

Sans Sunil Chhetri, Indian football team to leave for preparatory camp in Dubai
3 years, 9 months ago

Sans Sunil Chhetri, Indian football team to leave for preparatory camp in Dubai

The Hindu  

A 27-member Indian football team sans skipper Sunil Chhetri, who tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week, will leave for Dubai on Monday for a preparatory camp ahead of the side's upcoming international friendlies against Oman and UAE. The Blue Tigers last played at the international level in November 2019, in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. 'A lot of new …

BFC coach Pezzaiuoli: I’m Italian, born in Germany, with Dutch mother… so, my football is a good mix
3 years, 9 months ago

BFC coach Pezzaiuoli: I’m Italian, born in Germany, with Dutch mother… so, my football is a good mix

The Hindu  

Marco Pezzaiuoli oversaw his first training session – sans captain Sunil Chhetri who recently tested positive for COVID-19 – after being appointed as Bengaluru FC head coach, on Friday. The 52-year-old, who was previously technical director at Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt, and has worked extensively with the German youth teams, has taken charge ahead of the AFC Cup playoff tie …

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