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

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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 in the Bangladesh team, skipper Jamal Bhuyan didn’t hold back in his praise: “It is like our Messi has come to us.” Bhuyan emphasised the impact of having a player of Choudhury’s caliber in the squad, saying, “Hamza is an English Premier League player. Everyone has respect for him.” Bhuyan’s bold take on Chhetri vs Hamza When asked to compare Hamza Choudhury with India’s football icon Sunil Chhetri, Bhuyan delivered a bold response: “You can’t compare Sunil Chhetri to Hamza.

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IND vs BAN, Asian Cup Qualifier: Hamza makes debut, Vishal nervy: What are the major talking points from India v Bangladesh?
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IND vs BAN, Asian Cup Qualifier: Hamza makes debut, Vishal nervy: What are the major talking points from India v Bangladesh?

The Hindu  

India took on Bangladesh in an AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier at the Jawaharal Nehru stadium in Shillong on Tuesday to kick off its campaign to make the continental tournament. INDIA vs BANGLADESH HIGHLIGHTS Here are some of the major talking points from India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier clash against Bangladesh: Hamza Choudhary makes international debut In the lead-up …

Geopolitical undercurrents and Hamza Choudhury's inclusion shape Bangladesh's clash against Indian football team
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4 days, 4 hours ago

Geopolitical undercurrents and Hamza Choudhury's inclusion shape Bangladesh's clash against Indian football team

Firstpost  

Bangladesh have not beaten India in football since 2003, but there’s a sense of growing restlessness. The same holds true in cricket, and while football receives less coverage than cricket, the passion and intensity with which Bangladesh’s players and fans approach a game against India is no different. The only thing missing was a war cry from the team and …

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: India held to frustrating goalless draw by Bangladesh
4 days, 9 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 …

Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: Hamza Choudhury a great addition not only to Bangladesh but to Asian football, says India coach Manolo Marquez
4 days, 16 hours ago

Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: Hamza Choudhury a great addition not only to Bangladesh but to Asian football, says India coach Manolo Marquez

The Hindu  

India men’s head coach Manolo Marquez lauded Bangladesh midfielder Hamza Choudhury, before the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Tuesday. Hamza, born to a Grenadian father and a Bangladeshi mother, chose to represent Bangladesh in senior international football, in December last year. | Photo Credit: AIFF media However, Marquez maintained his doubts about how cohesive …

Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri, Hamza Choudhury in focus as India hosts Bangladesh
4 days, 18 hours ago

Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri, Hamza Choudhury in focus as India hosts Bangladesh

The Hindu  

Tribalism in football is rare in India. FOLLOW LIVE | INDIA VS BANGLADESH LIVE SCORE Abuses were hurled and shouts of ‘Stimac Out!’ rang loud around the stadium as lower-ranked Afghanistan pilloried the Blue Tigers in March last year in Guwahati. Not so far from there, new coach Manolo Marquez has rendered fresh hope through a commanding 3-0 win over …

India vs Maldives match highlights as Sunil Chhetri scores on international comeback: Watch
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1 week, 2 days 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 …

AFC Asian Cup qualifiers: Hamza joins Bangladesh squad amid rousing reception, Fahamedul out for India game
1 week, 2 days ago

AFC Asian Cup qualifiers: Hamza joins Bangladesh squad amid rousing reception, Fahamedul out for India game

The Hindu  

All eyes will be on Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury as he gears up to play for Bangladesh for the first time in an AFC Asian Cup qualifier fixture against India on March 25. READ: India vs Maldives: Sunil Chhetri’s return in focus as Blue Tigers prepare for Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh Though the player’s conventional role is that …

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 …

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

India starts training for Asian Cup qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri back; what is Manolo Marquez saying?
1 week, 6 days ago

India starts training for Asian Cup qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri back; what is Manolo Marquez saying?

The Hindu  

The Indian senior men’s team arrived in Shillong on Friday, ahead of its first match of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers against Bangladesh. And the limelight unsurprisingly remains on former captain Sunil Chhetri, who returned from international retirement to help the National side in the March international window. The Indian squad held a 45-minute gym session on Saturday morning …

Sunil Chhetri back from retirement, no Gurpreet Sandhu - Full India squad for matches against Maldives, Bangladesh
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sunil Chhetri back from retirement, no Gurpreet Sandhu - Full India squad for matches against Maldives, Bangladesh

The Hindu  

India senior men’s national team head coach Manolo Márquez, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, announced his 26-member squad, including Sunil Chhetri, for the March FIFA International Window. The fourth-highest international goalscorer of all-time with 94 strikes to his credit, Chhetri had announced his retirement from the national team in June last year, but is now set to make a return …

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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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 …

ISL 2024-25: Bengaluru FC shows signs of life after Sunil Chhetri in impressive win vs Chennaiyin FC
2 months, 4 weeks 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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

'Retiring As a Legend': FIFA Pays Tribute to India's Sunil Chhetri Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
10 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 to retire after World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6
10 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
10 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 …

Sunil Chhetri Nets Late Penalty as India Edge Bangladesh 1-0 to Keep Asian Games Knockout Hopes Alive
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri Nets Late Penalty as India Edge Bangladesh 1-0 to Keep Asian Games Knockout Hopes Alive

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri netted a penalty in the 85th minute to give India a slender 1-0 win over Bangladesh and keep alive his side’s hopes for the knockout rounds of the 19th Asian Games. The defeat to the hosts had left India in third place with a goal difference of -4 coming into the Bangladesh game but they picked up three …

Asian Games 2023: Sunil Chhetri's late penalty goal guides India to hard-fought win over Bangladesh
1 year, 6 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Sunil Chhetri's late penalty goal guides India to hard-fought win over Bangladesh

India TV News  

India men's football team recorded a hard-fought 1-0 win against Bangladesh in their second group-stage game in the Asian Games 2023 at Hangzhou's Xiaoshan Sports Centre Stadium on Thursday, September 21. India's goal came during the 85th minute when Bangladesh skipped Rahmat Mia fouled on midfielder Bryce Miranda inside the box to concede a penalty. Meanwhile, India head coach Igor …

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Chhetri's off-field efforts to make a difference

Hindustan Times  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri has undoubtedly been the most prominent figure for over a decade now. On Friday, the All India Football Federation announced that senior defender Sandesh Jhingan and three other players had been added to India’s squad for the Asian Games. With the continental event being held outside the FIFA window from September 19, …

Sunil Chhetri: The epitome of a modern-day footballer
1 year, 8 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: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’
1 year, 8 months ago

Sunil Chhetri: ‘To break into top-10 in Asia, India needs players better than me’

The Hindu  

When it comes to Indian football, Sunil Chhetri’s name towers above everyone else on the list of all-time goal scorers’ list. It may not be feasible for a premium player like Sandesh Jhingan or Gurpreet Singh Sandhu to play the ISL, 10 to 13 matches for the country, the Super Cup, and the Durand and Rovers Cups, but we have …

I am better than Messi and Ronaldo in terms of giving their best for the National team: Sunil Chhetri
1 year, 8 months ago

I am better than Messi and Ronaldo in terms of giving their best for the National team: Sunil Chhetri

Hindustan Times  

If there's one name on every Indian's lips right now, it's that of Sunil Chhetri, the captain of the Indian football team, who lifted the 2023 Bangabandhu SAFF Championship in Bengaluru last week. Sunil Chhetri is in the all-time top 10 list of highest goal scorers for their national teams alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Pele "It has been …

Sunil Chhetri moves up in international goal scorer list. His rank is . . .
1 year, 8 months ago

Sunil Chhetri moves up in international goal scorer list. His rank is . . .

Live Mint  

Indian men's football team recently added another feather to their cap- the SAFF championship, that the Indian team won after beating Kuwait on penalties. Sunil Chhetri, the man who served Indian football for close to two decades, has earned a new accolade, possibly the best ever. What should make every Indian proud is that the list of ten best footballers …

Sunil Chhetri announces his contract extension with Bengaluru FC after India beats Lebanon in SAFF Championship
1 year, 8 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, 9 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, Kohli memes flood on social media as India beat Pakistan 4-0
1 year, 9 months ago

Chhetri, Kohli memes flood on social media as India beat Pakistan 4-0

Live Mint  

With the Indian Indian football team's skipper captain Sunil Chhetri stepping up ahead and bagging a brilliant hat-trick for India against Pakistan in the SAFF Championship opener, fans have lauded the veteran striker on social media. Also, fans even shared hilarious memes on social media, comparing Chhetri's performances with former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli's performances against the neighboring …

Chhetri, self-effacing as ever, prefers to focus on the collective
1 year, 9 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 …

Watch: Sunil Chhetri closes in on Lionel Messi in huge milestone after brilliant hattrick during India vs Pakistan match
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Sunil Chhetri closes in on Lionel Messi in huge milestone after brilliant hattrick during India vs Pakistan match

Hindustan Times  

India kicked off their SAFF Championship campaign on a dominating note, sealing a 4-0 win vs Pakistan, courtesy of a Sunil Chhetri hattrick at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday. The hattrick also saw Chhetri become the fourth-highest goalscorer in international football history, as he took his tally to 90, going past Malaysia's Mokhtar Dahari to climb to …

IPL 2023: Sunil Chhetri meets Virat Kohli and RCB ahead of Mumbai Indians clash
1 year, 11 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 …

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

IND vs BAN 3rd ODI: 'Bangladesh is a high quality side, we knew what to expect from them'- Washington Sundar
2 years, 3 months ago

IND vs BAN 3rd ODI: 'Bangladesh is a high quality side, we knew what to expect from them'- Washington Sundar

India TV News  

IND vs BAN 3rd ODI: The Indian cricket team lost its only second ODI series against Bangladesh when Litton Das' men overcame the Indian challenge in the first two ODIs of the three-match series. Speaking ahead of the 3rd and final ODI of the series, Sundar stated that Bangladesh are a high-quality side and the Indian team knew what they …

IND vs BAN, T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma & co. look to overcome Bangladesh challenge for semis berth
2 years, 4 months ago

IND vs BAN, T20 World Cup 2022: Rohit Sharma & co. look to overcome Bangladesh challenge for semis berth

India TV News  

IND vs BAN, T20 World Cup 2022: To be, or not to be, this is the current situation of the Indian team right now. With the danger of rain looming over the much-awaited India vs Bangladesh match, the men in blue are caught up in a rough spot. India might opt to bring Axar Patel back as Deepak Hooda didn't …

Captain Fantastic: FIFA Honours Sunil Chhetri with a Heartwarming Docuseries
2 years, 6 months ago

Captain Fantastic: FIFA Honours Sunil Chhetri with a Heartwarming Docuseries

News 18  

Sunil Chhetri is arguably India’s greatest football player. The official Twitter account of FIFA World Cup tweeted about the docuseries and wrote, “You know all about Ronaldo and Messi, now get the definitive story of the third highest scoring active men’s international. You know all about Ronaldo and Messi, now get the definitive story of the third highest scoring active …

Sunil Chhetri on FIFA ban threat: 'My advice is to not give it too much attention'
2 years, 7 months ago

Sunil Chhetri on FIFA ban threat: 'My advice is to not give it too much attention'

Firstpost  

India is to host the FIFA women’s U-17 World Cup from 11-30 October and the Union Cabinet last month approved the Signing of Guarantees for hosting the women’s age group showpiece in Bhubaneswar, Goa and Mumbai. Earlier this month, the world football governing body FIFA had threatened to suspend the AIFF and strip off its right to host the women’s …

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