Igor Stimac laments missed chances: 'We always depend on Sunil Chhetri for goals'
5 years, 4 months ago

Igor Stimac laments missed chances: 'We always depend on Sunil Chhetri for goals'

The Hindu  

The defensive mistakes that have been India's undoing early in Igor Stimac's Indian reign came back to punish the team in the first FIFA World Cup Group E qualifier at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Thursday. We always depend on Sunil for goals," he said, before adding, "But I can't blame anyone. READ | Chhetri: After first goal, we lost possession too many times With India's toughest game, away to Qatar, coming up in five fays, there isn't much time to regroup. A second successive second-round World Cup qualifying campaign begins with a 2-1 loss to Oman at home but Stimac stressed on the need to "be realistic" in expectations.

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FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
7 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar

The Hindu  

The influential Sunil Chhetri's absence will be a difficult void to fill as the Indian football team enters a testing transition phase with a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying match against heavyweights Qatar in Doha on June 11. An acid test awaits India as they run into two-time Asian champions Qatar at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, knowing well that …

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 …

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 …

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 …

'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 …

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match
7 months, 2 weeks ago

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match

Hindustan Times  

Forward Parthib Gogoi and defender Muhammad Hammad were left out due to injuries as India announced a 27-member squad for the World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6 which would mark the end of long-serving captain and ace striker Sunil Chhetri's international career. Following the match against Kuwait, India will travel to take on Qatar on June 11 …

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 …

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 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: We are stronger and better prepared for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
1 year, 1 month ago

Sunil Chhetri: We are stronger and better prepared for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Talismanic India striker Sunil Chhetri believes his team is “strong” and “more prepared” than previous occasions to make it to the next round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers as the players have had good game time under their belts this year. The 39-year-old Chhetri will lead India into Round 2 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC …

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 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 …

Sunil Chhetri Backs Igor Stimac's Demand Of 4-Week Camp Ahead Of Asian Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Backs Igor Stimac's Demand Of 4-Week Camp Ahead Of Asian Cup

ABP News  

New Delhi: Indian captain Sunil Chhetri on Sunday backed head coach Igor Stimac's demand for a four-week camp before the Asian Cup early next year, saying the team needs to have enough preparation time to face the best sides in the continent. The 38-year-old Chhetri, who will be playing his last Asian Cup in Doha, also pitched for at least …

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 …

Intercontinental Cup 2023: Sunil Chhetri's India face Lebanon in a possible prelude to the final
1 year, 6 months ago

Intercontinental Cup 2023: Sunil Chhetri's India face Lebanon in a possible prelude to the final

Firstpost  

After seeing off Mongolia 2-0 in the opening game, the Blue Tigers edged Vanuatu 1-0 on Friday thanks to an exquisite Sunil Chhetri strike late on. Having already sealed their place in the Intercontinental Cup Final, the Indian senior men’s team will take on Lebanon in their last group match on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Kalinga Stadium in …

Intercontinental Cup: Soon-to-be father Sunil Chhetri scores lone goal in India's 1-0 win over Vanuatu
1 year, 6 months ago

Intercontinental Cup: Soon-to-be father Sunil Chhetri scores lone goal in India's 1-0 win over Vanuatu

Firstpost  

Chhetri struck in the 81st minute to settle the nerves of the Indians — both players and fans— at the Kalinga Stadium to put the home side in a strong position for a spot in the final. Bhubaneswar: Charismatic captain and soon-to-be father Sunil Chhetri played the role of saviour to perfection once again as he scored the lone goal …

Sunil Chhetri may be playing his last season: Indian football team coach Igor Stimac
1 year, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri may be playing his last season: Indian football team coach Igor Stimac

India Today  

Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac feels that talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri may be playing the last season of his illustrious career. Obviously, Sunil may be playing his last season, and definitely his last Asian Cup," Stimac said. "I'm quite sure that the upcoming months will be the best for Sunil Chhetri," he was quoted as saying on the …

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 …

Stimac one of the best managers I played under: Chhetri
2 years, 6 months ago

Stimac one of the best managers I played under: Chhetri

The Hindu  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri on Thursday said head coach Igor Stimac is one of the best tacticians he has played under and the team is "very comfortable" playing under the Croatian whose contract is expiring in September. The 54-year-old Stimac guided India to a historic Asian Cup berth when the Sunil Chhetri-led side made the cut as Group D …

Sunil Chhetri 'Feels Old' after Leading India to 2-0 Win as Igor Stimac Criticises Other Attackers
2 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri 'Feels Old' after Leading India to 2-0 Win as Igor Stimac Criticises Other Attackers

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri scored a brace as the Indian men’s football team defeated Cambodia 2-0 to grab all three points in their AFC Asian Cup qualifiers camping opener at the Vivekanand Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium on Wednesday. Even though the ‘Blue Tigers’ looked comfortable in most parts of the game, head coach Igor Stimac pointed out at the post-match conference that …

Stimac: Constant changes, injuries make a coach's job difficult
2 years, 7 months ago

Stimac: Constant changes, injuries make a coach's job difficult

The Hindu  

Despite all odds, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac is backing his side to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup. RELATED | “Only bad thing was Zambia cancelling the match.” Stimac informed that centre-back Deepak Tangri would replace Ritwik Das, who is ruled out due to chicken pox. Especially coming out and collecting crosses.” About forward Sunil Chhetri, Stimac …

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 …

I hope to keep playing and scoring in foreseeable future: Chhetri after equalling Pele
3 years, 2 months ago

I hope to keep playing and scoring in foreseeable future: Chhetri after equalling Pele

The Hindu  

Indian talisman Sunil Chhetri says he hopes to continue playing and scoring goals for the country in the "foreseeable future", his battle-hardened body getting a booster dose in the form of a landmark 77th international strike that drew him level with King Pele. It's more about wanting to turn up every single day and give it my best, which, thankfully, …

Sunil Chhetri one goal off entering all-time top-10 as India meet Afghanistan
3 years, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri one goal off entering all-time top-10 as India meet Afghanistan

India TV News  

Goal-machine Sunil Chhetri will look to add to his tally and enter the all-time top 10 scorers' list as a buoyant India meet Afghanistan in the joint 2022 World Cup and 2023 Asian Cup qualifiers here on Tuesday. While the Indian team needs just a draw from their final game against Afghanistan to secure a place in the third round …

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac
3 years, 9 months ago

Happy with Oman Result and 10 Players Making Their India Debuts: Igor Stimac

News 18  

On their return to the international arena, the Blue Tigers played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Oman at the Maktoum Bin Rashid Stadium in Dubai, UAE on Thursday, with Manvir Singh scoring the equaliser in the 55th minute. Immediately after the match, head coach Igor Stimac looked back at the game in a chat with AIFF TV and stated …

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies
3 years, 9 months ago

India coach Igor Stimac aiming for double benefit of experience, team combination from Oman, UAE friendlies

Firstpost  

India’s match against Oman would bring an end to their COVID-19 exile from international football that has lasted over a year. With nine new first-timers like Akash Mishra, Liston Colaco, Ishan Pandita, Bipin Singh, and Lalengmawia, Stimac has made it clear that he is in search of new regulars for the international team. The friendlies are a precursor to India’s …

Sunil Chhetri: Hope we fare well in the friendlies against UAE, Oman
3 years, 9 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: Hope we fare well in the friendlies against UAE, Oman

The Hindu  

Bitterly disappointed to miss upcoming international friendlies against Oman and UAE as he recovers from COVID-19, India football captain Sunil Chhetri is hopeful that his team-mates will give a good account of themselves against the two tough Asian sides. "That said I am both excited and grateful about the two friendlies which the Blue Tigers will play this month against …

Stimac wants his young Indian side to play fearless football against Oman, UAE
3 years, 9 months ago

Stimac wants his young Indian side to play fearless football against Oman, UAE

The Hindu  

With a squad packed full of youngsters, India head coach Igor Stimac wants his players to play fearless football when the team faces more fancied Oman and United Arab Emirates in the international friendlies next week. India plays Oman and UAE in Dubai on March 25 and 29 respectively -- its first matches after more than a year due to …

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 …

Promising win against Qatar suicidal: India coach Igor Stimac
4 years, 6 months ago

Promising win against Qatar suicidal: India coach Igor Stimac

The Hindu  

India’s draw against Asian champion Qatar in a World Cup qualifier last year was one of its best results but coach Igor Stimac does not want to put pressure on his players by promising a victory in the return leg. READ | “We are in the process of building up a new respectable team and I am trying to avoid …

Igor Stimac Says Promising Victory Against Qatar in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Will be 'Suicidal'
4 years, 6 months ago

Igor Stimac Says Promising Victory Against Qatar in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Will be 'Suicidal'

News 18  

India's draw against Asian champions Qatar in a World Cup qualifier last year was one of their best results but coach Igor Stimac does not want to put pressure on his players by promising a victory in the return leg. But to promise victory against Asian champions and such a great team as Qatar would be suicidal," Stimac told PTI …

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. …

ISL 2019-20: Sunil Chhetri Back from Injury Lay-off as Bengaluru FC Host ATK in Semi-final 1st Leg
4 years, 10 months ago

ISL 2019-20: Sunil Chhetri Back from Injury Lay-off as Bengaluru FC Host ATK in Semi-final 1st Leg

News 18  

Bengaluru: A blockbuster Indian Super League 2019-20 play-off clash is in the offing as defending champions Bengaluru FC lock horns with ATK in the first leg of their tie at the Sree Kanteerava stadium on Sunday. Carles Cuadrat's side are coming off a defeat in the AFC Cup qualifier against Maldivian side Maziya S&RC and will want to bounce back …

Stimac: India will play 10 friendlies in Europe next year
5 years, 1 month ago

Stimac: India will play 10 friendlies in Europe next year

The Hindu  

Describing Sunil Chhetri as ‘once-in-a-decade’ player, Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac on Friday said he does not see any one replacing the talismanic captain in the next five years. It has to be a team effort.” Talking about 35-year-old Chhetri’s influence in the team, Stimac said, “His influence is amazing, but he is a guy who never crosses …

India vs Oman: Decision making in the box missing, says Stimac
5 years, 1 month ago

India vs Oman: Decision making in the box missing, says Stimac

The Hindu  

India Football team head coach Igor Stimac, after the narrow 0-1 defeat to Oman in Muscat, pronounced that he wants his team to “play without fear” against any opponent it faces. Muhsen Al Ghassani scored the solitary goal of the FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifier match in the 33rd minute for the host in front of a 24,000-odd crowd at …

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifier: Talking points from India's 0-1 loss to Oman
5 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifier: Talking points from India's 0-1 loss to Oman

The Hindu  

The Indian football team was on Tuesday virtually knocked out of the 2022 World Cup qualifying round after losing 0-1 to Oman in Muscat. Mohsin Al Ghassani scored the all-important goal in the 33rd minute at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex Stadium as Oman beat India for the second time in the campaign. Ashique Kuruniyan isn’t a left-back In the …

Points not revenge on mind against Oman: Sunil Chhetri
5 years, 1 month ago

Points not revenge on mind against Oman: Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

India are not looking at revenge but full points against Oman, skipper Sunil Chhetri said on Monday as they gear up to take on the hosts in a FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match in Muscat on Tuesday. I mean the important point is to go and play well, especially in the away matches.” Oman striker Al Mandhar has already scored …

WCQ: Stimac "not afraid" to put all-new India team vs Oman
5 years, 1 month ago

WCQ: Stimac "not afraid" to put all-new India team vs Oman

The Hindu  

Minutes after the Blue Tigers secured a point against Afghanistan, thanks to the late equaliser from Seiminlen Doungel in added time, coach Igor Stimac shifted his focus to Muscat where his wards are slated to face Oman at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Muscat, Oman on Tuesday. We need to see how quickly we recover after the difficult game …

FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Seiminlen Doungel scores late equalizer as India draw 1-1 against Afghanistan
5 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Seiminlen Doungel scores late equalizer as India draw 1-1 against Afghanistan

India TV News  

India escaped with a 1-1 draw after an injury-time goal saved them the blushes against lower-ranked Afghanistan in their FIFA World Cup Qualifier match here on Thursday. When the visitors seemed headed for their second defeat, substitute Seiminlen Doungel provided India with a lifeline, out jumping his markers to head one into the far post. Starting the away game, being …

World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac names team for Afghanistan, Oman
5 years, 2 months ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Stimac names team for Afghanistan, Oman

The Hindu  

India national team head coach Igor Stimac named a 26-member squad for India's upcoming World Cup qualifier games against Afghanistan and Oman on Wednesday. Dheeraj, who is with ATK in the Indian Super League this year, was part of India's U-17 team which played in the World Cup in 2017. READ | ISL 2019-20: Major takeaways for national coach Igor …

FIFA WC qualifiers: Bangladesh wary of Sunil Chhetri threat
5 years, 2 months ago

FIFA WC qualifiers: Bangladesh wary of Sunil Chhetri threat

The Hindu  

No stranger to Indian football, Bangladesh assistant coach Stuart Watkiss on Saturday said it’s talismanic striker Sunil Chhetri who will keep his players on their toes in their World Cup qualifier against India here on Tuesday. Laid low by a virus, Chhetri had to sit out of India’s gritty goalless draw against Asian champion Qatar in Doha but he is …

2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Playing against Qatar won’t be easy - Igor Stimac
5 years, 4 months ago

2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Playing against Qatar won’t be easy - Igor Stimac

Hindustan Times  

India lost to Oman 1-2 but their spirited display raised hopes of the sport going in the right direction under new coach Igor Stimac. There is no reason to fear and we shall look to score goals and play good football.” Winger Udanta Singh, who almost opened India’s account against Oman after his shot early in the first half came …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: India skipper Sunil Chhetri admits Oman defeat 'difficult to swallow'
5 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: India skipper Sunil Chhetri admits Oman defeat 'difficult to swallow'

Firstpost  

Chhetri’s splendid first-half strike went in vain as India surrendered a one-goal advantage to lose the home-leg game 1-2. Guwahati: Indian captain Sunil Chhetri found it difficult to accept while coach Igor Stimac called it a “shame” after they lost to Oman despite taking lead in their 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifications opening fixture on Thursday. Stimac, who was part …

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