Sunil Chhetri's Team India ends Asian Cup without a point or goal
11 months 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 Ajar Ramadan by Deepak Tangri would come close. That encapsulated India’s attacking efforts which ended with Udanta Singh’s delivery being too close to goalkeeper Ahmad Madanieh for Sunil Chhetri to make contact. The idea may have been to use the pace of the wide players on the break but India couldn’t match Syria’s physicality in the middle and the passes forward lacked precision.

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No wins, no Sunil Chhetri, what’s next? A team in the doldrums for Indian football
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India beats Malaysia 3-1 to set up title clash against Pakistan
3 weeks ago

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India beats Malaysia 3-1 to set up title clash against Pakistan

The Hindu  

The Indian junior men’s hockey team defeated Malaysia 3-1 in the semifinal of the Men’s Junior Asia Cup to set up title clash against Pakistan. India pushed forward to double its lead in the third quarter but Malaysia closely marked all Indian players and fought for every loose ball to keep the tie within its reach. With eight minutes left …

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India hammers Korea 8-1 to top Pool A; faces Malaysia in semifinal
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India hammers Korea 8-1 to top Pool A; faces Malaysia in semifinal

The Hindu  

India registered an 8-1 win against Korea in its last Pool A match of the Men’s Junior Asia Cup in Muscat on Sunday. Arshdeep and Gurjot scored a field goal each in quick succession to give India a 3-0 lead in the first quarter. One minute before the end of the third quarter, Arshdeep also scored his second goal to …

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India begins title defence in style, thrashes Thailand 11-0
4 weeks ago

Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2024: India begins title defence in style, thrashes Thailand 11-0

The Hindu  

India began its title defence at the Men’s Junior Asia Cup in style with an 11-0 win over Thailand in a Pool A match in Muscat, Oman, on Wednesday. READ | Raveendran Sankaran: Asian Champions Trophy is the start of new Bihar With five minutes left in the quarter, India earned a Penalty Corner, and Tiwari stepped up to drag …

Intercontinental Cup: Syria champions, India finish last after loss
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Intercontinental Cup: Syria champions, India finish last after loss

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: Looking for positives in a 0-3 defeat is not easy but Manolo Marquez was right that India deserved something from a second-half show against Syria who, as a consequence of Monday’s victory, bagged the Intercontinental Cup in Hyderabad with an all-win record. India’s Lallianzuala Chhangte in action during the Intercontinental Cup match against Syria in Hyderabad on Monday. India …

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
6 months, 2 weeks 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?
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Watch: Sunil Chhetri breaks down as India teammates give him guard of honour after farewell game
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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 retires from international football as fourth highest goal-scorer
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: SUNIL CHETTRI'S INTERNATIONAL CAREER ENDS WITH A 0-0 DRAW
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

What makes Sunil Chhetri an exception in Indian football?
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

WATCH: Sunil Chhetri breaks down in tears after farewell game for India vs Kuwait in FIFA WC Qualifiers
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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

'Retiring As a Legend': FIFA Pays Tribute to India's Sunil Chhetri Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
7 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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, 1 week 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, Indian football team captain, announces retirement; World Cup qualifier against Kuwait to be his swansong
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Who can succeed Sunil Chhetri as India’s striker — a deep dive into what the numbers say
8 months, 2 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 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 …

Asian Cup: India overwhelmed by injuries and poor form
11 months ago

Asian Cup: India overwhelmed by injuries and poor form

Hindustan Times  

The triumph of the underdog is sport’s best story because it has every element of an unequal contest. Which is why it shouldn’t surprise that India couldn’t pull off one in the 2024 Asian Cup football tournament. India's starting eleven pose for the group picture before the start of the Qatar 2023 AFC Asian Cup Group B football match Based …

Asian Cup: Syria overpower India to enter round of 16
11 months ago

Asian Cup: Syria overpower India to enter round of 16

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: And so it ended. Their record at the 2023 Asian Cup reads three played, zero won, zero scored and five shots on target in the entire tournament. Their brief trip to Qatar ended with a 0-1 reverse to Syria in their final group game at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor on Tuesday. It was not as one-sided …

India vs Syria AFC Asian Cup Highlights: IND lose 0-1 to SYR, knocked out with no points or goals
11 months ago

India vs Syria AFC Asian Cup Highlights: IND lose 0-1 to SYR, knocked out with no points or goals

Hindustan Times  

Jan 23, 2024 7:00 PM IST India vs Syria AFC Asian Cup Live Score: The ref blows the whistle with the Syrian players asking him to do that instead of asking them to take a goal kick. They threatened right till the last second of the match, the only things missing really was the finishing move, which seems to be …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Al-Haydos’ spectacular volley sees host Qatar finish group stage in style; China must wait
11 months ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Al-Haydos’ spectacular volley sees host Qatar finish group stage in style; China must wait

The Hindu  

Asian Cup host Qatar finished its group stage in style on Monday with a spectacular volley from Hassan Al-Haydos for a 1-0 win over China, which is on the brink of elimination from the tournament. Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 “In the three games we played, we missed a lot of chances every game,” China coach …

India face Syria test in Asian Cup
11 months ago

India face Syria test in Asian Cup

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: It has not been the best AFC Asian Cup 2023 for Igor Stimac and his team. The Blue Tigers will now face Syria in their final group game at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor on Tuesday, no doubt hoping to salvage a happy memory from a tournament that has not even seen them score a goal. Ever …

Asian Cup: Stimac hopes change in venue brings change of luck
11 months ago

Asian Cup: Stimac hopes change in venue brings change of luck

Hindustan Times  

Where the last World Cup began, at a stadium that resembles a nomad’s tent, India will close their group stage in the 2024 Asian Cup on Tuesday. For the first time since reaching Doha Stimac has a full squad For a team which conceded five goals and scored none in two games at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, that could mean …

AFC Asian Cup: India looks for win against Syria to keep knockout qualification hopes alive
11 months ago

AFC Asian Cup: India looks for win against Syria to keep knockout qualification hopes alive

The Hindu  

India will look to beat the odds and hope for qualification into the knockouts when it faces Syria in its last group-stage game of the AFC Asian Cup 2023, at the Al Bayt Stadium on Tuesday. CHECK | How can India qualify for AFC Asian Cup knockouts? India travelled to Qatar without defender Anwar Ali, winger Ashique Kuruniyan, midfielder Jeakson …

AFC Asian Cup: More Than 35,000 Fans Cheer as India Go Down Fighting to Australia
11 months, 1 week ago

AFC Asian Cup: More Than 35,000 Fans Cheer as India Go Down Fighting to Australia

News 18  

Thousands of Indian fans thronged Qatar’s Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan as the Indian men’s football team went down 0-2 to Australia in their opening Group B match of the AFC Asian Cup. Thank you, Indian fans in Doha for your invaluable support, as alwaysWe’ll see you again on the 18th #AUSvIND ⚔️ #AsianCup2023 #BlueTigers #IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/DhfqzpNZKZ …

AFC Asian Cup: Igor Stimac 'Not So Happy With the Result' vs Australia But Proud of India's Fight
11 months, 1 week ago

AFC Asian Cup: Igor Stimac 'Not So Happy With the Result' vs Australia But Proud of India's Fight

News 18  

Indian men’s football team head coach Igor Stimac counted the positives after the Blue Tigers’ 2-0 loss to Australia in their opening Group B match of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on Saturday. These goals didn’t come out of Australia’s brilliant display or action; it came just because of our irresponsibility at certain times," …

Want to have the biggest underdogs’ result in the first game: Sunil Chhetri
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

'Believe in the Work You do': Indian Defender Sandesh Jhingan Voices Confidence Ahead of AFC Asian Cup 2024
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'Believe in the Work You do': Indian Defender Sandesh Jhingan Voices Confidence Ahead of AFC Asian Cup 2024

News 18  

Team India head into a tough AFC Asian Cup 2024 challenge in high spirits on the back of an eventful year that saw a rapid rise in the standards of Indian football. Igor Stimac’s men are grouped alongside heavyweights Australia, Uzbekistan and Syria in Group B of the continental trophy and will look to make it through the group stages. …

AFC Asian Cup: We need to be clinical against superior opponents, says India head coach Igor Stimac
11 months, 3 weeks 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.” …

AFC Asian Cup: Sunil Chhetri and Indian Football Team Get Rousing Welcome from Fans
11 months, 3 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup: Sunil Chhetri and Indian Football Team Get Rousing Welcome from Fans

News 18  

The Indian men’s football team got a rousing welcome in Qatar, as the Sunil Chhetri and co. landed in Doha for the AFC Asian Cup. #HayyaAsia pic.twitter.com/AL383kbE4E— AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 December 30, 2023 Igor Stimac had earlier announced India’s 26-member squad for the AFC Asian Cup, which kicks off in Doha on January 12. Expecting great support from …

Which players can make it to the India squad for AFC Asian Cup 2023?
1 year, 1 month ago

Which players can make it to the India squad for AFC Asian Cup 2023?

The Hindu  

India will start 2024 with the AFC Asian Cup which will be played in Qatar from January 11. India’s Amrinder Singh denies a chance to Qatar’s Almoez Ali in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier. Midfielders: Jeakson Singh, Suresh Singh, Lalengmawia Ralte, Sahal Abdul Samad, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Brandon Fernandes India’s most important midfielder in recent tournaments has been Jeakson …

What happened when India football team played against Qatar last time?
1 year, 1 month ago

What happened when India football team played against Qatar last time?

The Hindu  

A 10-man India defended well but suffered a 0-1 defeat to Asian champion Qatar in its World Cup qualifying round match on Thursday. FOLLOW | HERE’S THE LIVE BLOG WITH THE LIVE SCORE AND ALL UPDATES FROM INDIA VS QATAR CLASH Abdel Aziz scored in the 33rd minute in a match completely dominated by the Qataris. India, however, played with …

FIFA WC qualifiers: Manvir Singh injury may force India to reset against Qatar
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA WC qualifiers: Manvir Singh injury may force India to reset against Qatar

Hindustan Times  

This is probably the only Indian city where the words “World Cup” do not evoke only despair. But given that India are up against Asian champions Qatar who “destroyed”, as per India head coach Igor Stimac, Afghanistan 8-1, hope needs to be tempered by a dollop of reality. In that World Cup qualifier away, Gurpreet Sandhu made 11 saves and …

Sunil Chhetri Says 'Will be Humongous When India Qualify for World Cup'
1 year, 1 month 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, 1 month 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 …

IND vs MAS, Merdeka Cup semifinal: Sunil Chhetri goal in vain as India loses 2-4 to Malaysia
1 year, 2 months ago

IND vs MAS, Merdeka Cup semifinal: Sunil Chhetri goal in vain as India loses 2-4 to Malaysia

The Hindu  

India lost 2-4 to host Malaysia in the opening match, a virtual semifinal to bow out of the Merdeka Cup football tournament here on Friday. A silly challenge from Nikhil Poojary on Arif Amin inside the Indian box gifted Malaysia a penalty and Amin made no mistake in finding the net from the spot in the 20th minute. IND 2-4 …

Merdeka Cup: Sunil Chhetri scores 93rd goal for India, remains third behind Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
1 year, 2 months ago

Merdeka Cup: Sunil Chhetri scores 93rd goal for India, remains third behind Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri scored his 93rd international goal for India, against Malaysia in the semifinal of the Merdeka Cup 2023 at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Malaysia on Friday. Chhetri, 39, is the third highest active goal scorer in international football behind legendary footballers, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. FOLLOW | INDIA VS MALAYSIA: LIVE SCORE AND UPDATES FROM THE …

Asian Games 2023: Marran scores twice as Saudi Arabia knocks India out of Hangzhou 2022
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Marran scores twice as Saudi Arabia knocks India out of Hangzhou 2022

The Hindu  

Even for Sunil Chhetri, this was a bridge too far to cross. We need to do more,” an exasperated Chhetri said as the Indian men exited the Asian Games after a 0-2 defeat to Saudi Arabia at the Huanglong Sports Centre Stadium. AS IT HAPPENED: India vs Saudi Arabia, Asian Games 2023 Highlights While the scoreline might read respectable, the …

India vs Saudi Arabia football Highlights, Asian Games 2023: IND 0-2 KSA, Sunil Chhetri and Co. knocked out of Hangzhou 2022
1 year, 2 months ago

India vs Saudi Arabia football Highlights, Asian Games 2023: IND 0-2 KSA, Sunil Chhetri and Co. knocked out of Hangzhou 2022

The Hindu  

Match Preview The Indian men’s national football team, led by Sunil Chhetri, will go all guns blazing against Saudi Arabia, in the round of 16 match of the 19th Asian Games at the Huanglong Sports Centre Stadium in Hangzhou on Thursday. Saudi Arabia, the fifth-largest country in Asia and ranked 57 in the FIFA ranking, has always held the upper …

Indian football at Asian Games 2023: What happened when India last played in Round of 16 of Asiad?
1 year, 2 months ago

Indian football at Asian Games 2023: What happened when India last played in Round of 16 of Asiad?

The Hindu  

The Indian team qualified for the round of 16 at the Asian Games after 13 years when it beat Bangladesh and drew with Myanmar in Hangzhou on September 24. Before the match between India and Saudi Arabia, Sportstar has a look at what happened the last time the Blue Tigers played in the knockouts at the Asian Games. Asian Games …

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