Chhetri bids an emotional goodbye
9 months, 3 weeks 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. Multiple giant tifos hailed Chhetri, who became the epitome of footballing excellence in these parts in the last two decades, though the match did not go the way the huge gathering of partisan supporters had wished for. Chhetri was accorded a grand send-off in a nice function jointly organised by the Government of West Bengal, All India Football Federation and Indian Football Association after the match.

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AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: India held to frustrating goalless draw by Bangladesh
4 days, 6 hours ago

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: India held to frustrating goalless draw by Bangladesh

India Today  

Another competitive fixture, yet again, and India's inability to find the net came back to haunt them as they were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw against Bangladesh in their AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Third Round clash in Shillong on March 25. The clash generated significant hype, particularly due to Premier League star Hamza Chowdhury—currently on loan at Sheffield United …

Bangladesh captain's bold remark when asked to compare Sunil Chhetri to Hamza Choudhury: 'Let's be honest...'
1 week ago

Bangladesh captain's bold remark when asked to compare Sunil Chhetri to Hamza Choudhury: 'Let's be honest...'

Firstpost  

Ahead of Bangladesh vs India in the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, Jamal Bhuyan made a bold statement comparing Sunil Chhetri to Hamza Choudhury. Ahead of Bangladesh’s crucial 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifier match against India, national team captain Jamal Bhuyan made a bold statement when asked to compare the legendary Sunil Chhetri with. Expressing his excitement over Hamza’s inclusion …

India vs Maldives match highlights as Sunil Chhetri scores on international comeback: Watch
Top News
1 week, 1 day ago

India vs Maldives match highlights as Sunil Chhetri scores on international comeback: Watch

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri made a successful return to international football, scoring on his comeback in a 3-0 friendly vs Maldives, in Shillong on Wednesday. Chhetri, who is already 40-years-old, retired from international football last year, but was recalled by head coach Manolo Marquez ahead of the international window. Full match highlights of India vs Maldives: All three of India’s goals came …

Sunil Chhetri Shines On Comeback As India Thrash Maldives 3-0 — WATCH
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1 week, 2 days ago

Sunil Chhetri Shines On Comeback As India Thrash Maldives 3-0 — WATCH

ABP News  

India secured their first victory under coach Manolo Marquez with a dominant 3-0 win over the Maldives at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday. The match, which was India’s first win since November 2023, was a comprehensive display that featured goals from Sunil Chhetri, Liston Colaco, and a header from Rahul Bheke. Two minutes after the break, Chhetri’s …

Chhetri scores on return, India end winless run
1 week, 2 days ago

Chhetri scores on return, India end winless run

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: It took 485 days and 12 matches to break the winless run and on the night it did, Sunil Chhetri was among goals. But Rahul Bheke and Colaco heading home and Chhetri being denied with a goalline save from corner-kicks was proof of India’s sharpness in attacking set-plays. Given how good they were, it fit that Mahesh and Colaco …

Sunil Chhetri scores on his international return as India beat Maldives 3-0 to end 12-match winless streak
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1 week, 2 days ago

Sunil Chhetri scores on his international return as India beat Maldives 3-0 to end 12-match winless streak

Hindustan Times  

The talismanic Sunil Chhetri scored on his international comeback to lead India to a commanding 3-0 victory over Maldives in a football friendly here on Wednesday, helping the home side snap their 12-match winless streak that started in November 2023. Sunil Chhetri scored a goal in his comeback game as India registered a 3-0 win. The 40-year-old Chhetri, who returned …

Comeback man Chhetri scores on return as India blanks Maldives
1 week, 2 days ago

Comeback man Chhetri scores on return as India blanks Maldives

The Hindu  

India, inspired by the return of the talismanic Sunil Chhetri from retirement, put up a spirited performance to beat Maldives 3-0 in a FIFA international friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Wednesday. Rahul Bheke, Liston Colaco scored once each before Chhetri found his 95th international goal to help India return to winning ways after nearly 16 months. Chhetri’s …

India finally win after 489 days as Sunil Chhetri scores 95th international goal on return
1 week, 2 days ago

India finally win after 489 days as Sunil Chhetri scores 95th international goal on return

Firstpost  

Rahul Bheke, Liston Colaco, and Sunil Chhetri find the net as India secure a convincing 3-0 win against Maldives in Shillong ahead of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers. The highlight of the match came in the 77th minute, as Sunil Chhetri, playing his first match since returning from international retirement, scored his 95th international goal. India vs Maldives: Full …

Sunil Chhetri fights back tears after scoring 95th career goal on emotional return to Indian team in Maldives friendly
1 week, 2 days ago

Sunil Chhetri fights back tears after scoring 95th career goal on emotional return to Indian team in Maldives friendly

Hindustan Times  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri, on Wednesday, made an emotional return to the national side as he scored a stunning goal in the team's 3-0 win against Maldives in an international friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong. India beat Maldives 3-0 in a friendly match in Shillong Chhetri hung his boots in June 2024, after featuring in the …

Sunil Chhetri's love for Indian national team drives his return, sending a message to football clubs
1 week, 3 days ago

Sunil Chhetri's love for Indian national team drives his return, sending a message to football clubs

Firstpost  

The fear of a goal drought from strikers who don’t even play at that position for their clubs has forced the Indian football team to turn to 40-year-old Sunil Chhetri. But while Chhetri has once again put Team India ahead of himself, let’s hope clubs start investing in Indian forwards in a grossly imperfect ecosystem. Image: AIFF Scrolling down just …

Ageless Sunil Chhetri shines as India maul Maldives 3-0 in friendly
1 week, 3 days ago

Ageless Sunil Chhetri shines as India maul Maldives 3-0 in friendly

India Today  

Sunil Chhetri’s international return couldn’t have been scripted better. India’s 3-0 win over the Maldives in an international friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on March 19 was not just about the scoreline—it was about the return of the country’s greatest football icon. India vs Maldives: Highlights The breakthrough came in the 35th minute when Rahul Bheke rose …

Sunil Chhetri's comeback confirmed, legend to feature in friendly against Maldives: ‘Developed players have to arrive’
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1 week, 3 days ago

Sunil Chhetri's comeback confirmed, legend to feature in friendly against Maldives: ‘Developed players have to arrive’

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Chhetri will be seen in action in the upcoming friendly match against Maldives on Wednesday, March 19. On the eve of the friendly against Maldives, India head coach Manolo Marquez confirmed that Chhetri will feature in the contest. Sunil Chhetri to feature in India's friendly against Maldives Marquez said he is unsure whether the 40-year-old Chhetri will start the …

Marquez on Chhetri return: National team needs results and he is the best Indian striker right now
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Marquez on Chhetri return: National team needs results and he is the best Indian striker right now

The Hindu  

India head coach Manolo Marquez made a surprise inclusion on Thursday when he named striker Sunil Chhetri, who had retired from internationals last June, in the squad for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifier. Chhetri, 40, had called it quits with the national team after nearly two decades, playing his final game under the former head coach Igor Stimac. READ …

India football great Chhetri comes out of retirement aged 40 for Asia Cup
3 weeks ago

India football great Chhetri comes out of retirement aged 40 for Asia Cup

Al Jazeera  

Sunil Chhetri returns to football at 40 – a year after retiring – to boost India’s Asia Cup qualification hopes. Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri will return to the national team aged 40 in an unexpected reversal of his decision to hang up his boots last year. The former captain, the fourth-highest men’s international goalscorer of all time, played his …

What Sunil Chhetri’s comeback from retirement at 40 tells about Indian football
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3 weeks ago

What Sunil Chhetri’s comeback from retirement at 40 tells about Indian football

The Hindu  

Described as "a wise decision" by the sport's national federation, Sunil Chhetri's return from international retirement at 40 is certainly an acknowledgement of his greatness in Indian football but more strikingly, it lays bare the paucity of quality strikers in a country of over 1.4 billion. According to the All India Football Federation, Chhetri was coaxed out of retirement by …

Chhetri comes out of retirement at 40 to help India in Asian Cup qualifying
3 weeks ago

Chhetri comes out of retirement at 40 to help India in Asian Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Sunil Chhetri is coming out of retirement at age 40 to help India in qualifying for the 2027 Asian Cup. “The qualification for the Asian Cup is very crucial for us,” India coach Manolo Marquez said. The Blue Tigers have qualified for three of the last four Asian Cups and will prepare for the Bangladesh game with …

Sunil Chhetri reverses retirement - Why did the striker return and where does he fit in Manolo Marquez’s plans?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri reverses retirement - Why did the striker return and where does he fit in Manolo Marquez’s plans?

The Hindu  

India’s most prolific goalscorer, Sunil Chhetri, came out of international retirement to play in the March international window on Thursday. The Blue Tigers played with eight different strikers since Chhetri’s retirement – Manvir Singh, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Rahim Ali, Farukh Choudhary, Liston Colaco, Edmund Lalrindika, Irfan Yadwad and Sahal Abdul Samad. READ | Full India squad for matches against Maldives, Bangladesh …

At 40, Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri comes out of international retirement
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

At 40, Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri comes out of international retirement

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri has decided to come out of his international retirement to help the national team in the FIFA friendly assignment scheduled this month, the sport's apex body in the country said on Thursday. The captain, leader, legend will return to the Indian national team for the FIFA International Window in March," the All India …

Sunil Chhetri returns from retirement, to play against Maldives, Bangladesh in March
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri returns from retirement, to play against Maldives, Bangladesh in March

Live Mint  

India's former football captain and record goalscorer, Sunil Chhetri, came out of retirement on March 6, reported Sportstar, as India to play its third round of qualifiers of the AFC Asian Cup 2027, against Bangladesh on March 25. Earlier in June 2024, Sunil Chhetri had announced his retirement from international football, following a goalless draw with Kuwait in the FIFA …

Sunil Chhetri Is Back! Indian Legend Comes Out Of International Retirement: Details Inside
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri Is Back! Indian Legend Comes Out Of International Retirement: Details Inside

ABP News  

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri has taken a U-turn on his international retirement, and will now feature for the national side in the upcoming international qualifiers this month. 🇮🇳 The captain, leader, legend will return to the Indian national team for the FIFA International Window in March.#IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/vzSQo0Ctez — Indian Football Team March 6, 2025 Will Sunil Chhetri Play …

Sunil Chhetri reverses retirement to play for Indian football team again; fans lament 'state of Indian football'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri reverses retirement to play for Indian football team again; fans lament 'state of Indian football'

Firstpost  

Talismanic forward and ex-captain Sunil Chhetri had retired as the fourth-highest goal-scorer in international football in June last year, signing off with 94 goals in 151 appearances. PTI Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri is set to reunite with the Blue Tigers less than a year after as he will be coming out of retirement during the FIFA International Window in …

Sunil Chhetri comes out of retirement, to play for Indian football team against Maldives, Bangladesh
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri comes out of retirement, to play for Indian football team against Maldives, Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India’s record goalscorer and former captain Sunil Chhetri came out of retirement to play for the country in the March international window against Maldives and Bangladesh later this month. Chhetri, 40, had announced his retirement from international football in June last year after a goalless draw with Kuwait in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. After hanging up his boots …

No wins, no Sunil Chhetri, what’s next? A team in the doldrums for Indian football
3 months, 3 weeks 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 helps Bengaluru FC stage comeback win over Mohammedan SC
4 months ago

Sunil Chhetri helps Bengaluru FC stage comeback win over Mohammedan SC

Deccan Chronicle  

Sunil Chhetri came up with two late goals as Bengaluru FC edged past Mohammedan SC 2-1 in the Indian Super League here on Wednesday. The Blues now have registered a win against all three Kolkata clubs this season.It was Cesar Manzoki, who handed the hosts an early lead but Chhetri came on as a substitute and stuck twice to see …

Kolkata football fans unite for greater cause
7 months, 1 week ago

Kolkata football fans unite for greater cause

New Indian Express  

Indian football has not had many reasons to be cheerful in recent times. Sunil Chhetri, the men’s side’s record goal-scorer and talismanic leader, has recently retired from international football. However, in a remarkable display of unity, the fans of three of the most storied clubs in Indian football’s rich history - East Bengal, Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting - joined …

Post retirement from India duty, Sunil Chhetri looks to restore lost glory of Bengaluru FC
8 months, 3 weeks 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
9 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, …

Chhetri’s relentless pursuit to elevate India’s standard
9 months, 3 weeks 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
9 months, 3 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
9 months, 3 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 Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears
9 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Sunil Chhetri retires from international football as fourth highest goal-scorer
9 months, 3 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
9 months, 3 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
9 months, 3 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
9 months, 3 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 …

Sunil Chhetri Last Match FIFA Bids Farewell To India Legend Salt Lake Stadium Kolkata
9 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Sunil Chhetri labelled as ‘a legend’ in staggering tribute by Luka Modric ahead of India vs Kuwait retirement match
9 months, 3 weeks 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?
9 months, 3 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
9 months, 3 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 …

FIFA World Cup: All about Sunil Chhetri who is set to retire after qualifier match against Kuwait today
9 months, 3 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 …

Which opponent has Sunil Chhetri scored the most goals against?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Which opponent has Sunil Chhetri scored the most goals against?

The Hindu  

India Captain Sunil Chhetri announced last month that he will retire from International football after the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier against Kuwait on June 6. FOLLOW: LIVE UPDATES FROM THE INDIA VS KUWAIT FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIER During this time he scored 94 goals, putting him fourth in the all-time list of goalscorers among FIFA members. Playing for India, …

Kishore Kumar, Kabini, ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’ and the importance of being Sunil Chhetri
9 months, 3 weeks 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
9 months, 3 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 …

FIFA WC Qualifier: In Sunil Chhetri's last dance, Kuwait hold India to 0-0 draw
9 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA WC Qualifier: In Sunil Chhetri's last dance, Kuwait hold India to 0-0 draw

India Today  

Sunil Chhetri's final international game before retirement suffered a not-so-ideal fate after India played out a disappointing 0-0 draw against Kuwait on June 6 in what was their FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash. India's attacking intent The Blue Tigers took the field at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Salt Lake, Kolkata with a clear attacking intent and that was …

Sunil Chhetri in tears as Salt Lake gives standing ovation to legend on farewell
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri in tears as Salt Lake gives standing ovation to legend on farewell

India Today  

India captain Sunil Chhetri was in tears as the Salt Lake Stadium gave a standing ovation to the legendary footballer after his final game in Kolkata. Sunil Chhetri's final game for India ended in a 0-0 draw against Kuwait. Happy Retirement @chetrisunil11 😭💙 We Love you 3000 ðŸäô 🇮🇳 ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/dhx2VgahAl — Blue Pilgrims 🇮🇳 June 6, 2024 Salt Lake …

'It's not about my last game': Sunil Chhetri focuses on India's crucial World Cup Qualifier against Kuwait
9 months, 3 weeks 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
10 months, 1 week 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: ‘Irreplaceable’ Indian football star finally calls it a day
10 months, 1 week ago

Sunil Chhetri: ‘Irreplaceable’ Indian football star finally calls it a day

The Hindu  

Chhetri, who carried Indian football on his back for 19 years, will play his final international game for the Blue Tigers against Kuwait on June 6. Star footballer Sunil Chhetri announced his decision to retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6, bringing the curtains down on a career that is unparalleled …

Sunil Chhetri was over the moon for accepting token money for his first contract, recalls childhood coach
10 months, 1 week 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 …

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