Sunil Chhetri fights back tears after scoring 95th career goal on emotional return to Indian team in Maldives friendly
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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 World Cup qualifier against Kuwait, in front of nearly 59,000 fans in Kolkata. India's first win under Manolo Marquez In the match billed as a dress rehearsal for the all-important AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh at the same venue in less than a week's time, Marquez played his cards right as India secured a comfortable 3-0 win. India's last win was against Kuwait in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying round match in Kuwait City on November 16, 2023.

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

Sunil Chhetri Shines On Comeback As India Thrash Maldives 3-0 — WATCH
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2 days, 3 hours 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
2 days, 13 hours 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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2 days, 14 hours 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
2 days, 14 hours 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 vs Maldives Live Score, Football Match: Spotlight on Sunil Chhetri after retirement U-turn
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2 days, 19 hours ago

India vs Maldives Live Score, Football Match: Spotlight on Sunil Chhetri after retirement U-turn

Hindustan Times  

India vs Maldives Live Score, Football Match: The Indian football team will take on Maldives on Wednesday evening in an international friendly match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong. According to the AIFF, he was coaxed out of retirement by national team head coach Manolo Márquez, who urged him to join India for the crucial final round of the …

IND vs MDV: Sunil Chhetri’s record against Maldives ahead of International Friendly
3 days, 3 hours ago

IND vs MDV: Sunil Chhetri’s record against Maldives ahead of International Friendly

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri will make his return to the national football team when India takes on Maldvies in a FIFA International Friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday. FOLLOW LIVE | INDIA VS MALDIVES LIVE SCORE, INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY The match will be a preparatory fixture for both India and Maldives which will be in action in the 2027 …

IND vs MVD, International Friendly: What happened last time India faced Maldives?
3 days, 3 hours ago

IND vs MVD, International Friendly: What happened last time India faced Maldives?

The Hindu  

India will face Maldives in a FIFA International Friendly on Wednesday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, in what will be a dress rehearsal for its AFC Asian Cup Qualifier against Bangladesh. PREVIEW | India vs Maldives: Sunil Chhetri’s return in focus as Blue Tigers prepare for Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh India, placed 136th in the world, will …

India vs Maldives: When, Where & How To Watch Sunil Chhetri’s Comeback Match Live
3 days, 4 hours ago

India vs Maldives: When, Where & How To Watch Sunil Chhetri’s Comeback Match Live

ABP News  

India vs Maldives: Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri made a comeback to the national team earlier this month after announcing his retirement last year and he will be in focus as India face Maldives in an international friendly. Sunil Chhetri Comeback Match Date: The India vs Maldives friendly football match will take place on March 19. Sunil Chhetri Comeback Match …

India vs Maldives: All you need to know about Sunil Chhetri's return match
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India vs Maldives: All you need to know about Sunil Chhetri's return match

India Today  

India are all set to play the Maldives on Wednesday, March 19, but all eyes will be on the returning Sunil Chhetri. The India vs Maldives international friendly will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong. The India vs Maldives international friendly will start at at 7:00 PM IST on March 19th. The India vs Maldives international friendly …

Sunil Chettri scores on international return, India thump Maldives in Shillong
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Sunil Chettri scores on international return, India thump Maldives in Shillong

India TV News  

Sunil Chettri scores on international return, India thump Maldives in Shillong 40-year-old Sunil Chhetri scored on his return to international football as India defeated Maldives 3-0 in the friendly match in Shillong. The veteran announced retirement in June 2024 but due to a lack of goal scorers in the national team, the 40-year-old was asked to come back and upon …

Sunil Chhetri's comeback confirmed, legend to feature in friendly against Maldives: ‘Developed players have to arrive’
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3 days, 18 hours 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 …

India vs Maldives friendly: Sunil Chhetri’s return in focus as Blue Tigers prepare for Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh
3 days, 19 hours ago

India vs Maldives friendly: Sunil Chhetri’s return in focus as Blue Tigers prepare for Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s football team is set to host Maldives in a FIFA International Friendly at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Wednesday. While it’s a preparatory match for Manolo Marquez’s side ahead of the all-important AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier against Bangladesh on March 25, all eyes will be on Sunil Chhetri, who will feature in his first …

All eyes on Chhetri as India face Maldives in Asian Cup qualifier dress rehearsal
3 days, 19 hours ago

All eyes on Chhetri as India face Maldives in Asian Cup qualifier dress rehearsal

Deccan Chronicle  

Shillong: The returning Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as India face Maldives in an international friendly here on Wednesday, the match serving as a dress rehearsal for the all-important AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh at the same venue in less than a week's time. It will also be India's all-time top scorer Chhetri's first match …

Sunil Chhetri will play vs Maldives: Marquez reveals main reason for legend's return
4 days, 7 hours ago

Sunil Chhetri will play vs Maldives: Marquez reveals main reason for legend's return

India Today  

India coach Manolo Marquez has confirmed that Sunil Chhetri will play some minutes in their friendly against the Maldives on Wednesday, March 19 and revealed the main reason for bringing back the Indian legend. The India coach defended the decision to bring back Chhetri and said that age doesn't matter to him and if the player is fit, he will …

India vs Bangladesh: Chhangte out of national camp in Shillong, doubtful for Asian Cup qualifiers
6 days, 20 hours ago

India vs Bangladesh: Chhangte out of national camp in Shillong, doubtful for Asian Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

India will be without forward Lallianzuala Chhangte in its National camp in Shillong and remains doubtful for the international matches in the March window, against Maldives and Bangladesh. Chhangte suffered an injury while on duty with his Indian Super League club Mumbai City FC and will not report to the national camp, the All India Football Federation announced on X, …

India starts training for Asian Cup qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri back; what is Manolo Marquez saying?
6 days, 21 hours 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 …

India football great Chhetri comes out of retirement aged 40 for Asia Cup
2 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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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
2 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?
2 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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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 back from retirement, no Gurpreet Sandhu - Full India squad for matches against Maldives, Bangladesh
2 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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2 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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2 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'
2 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
2 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, 2 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
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Post retirement from India duty, Sunil Chhetri looks to restore lost glory of Bengaluru FC
8 months, 2 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 …

FIFA World Cup qualifier: Sunil Chhetri-less India enter testing transition phase against Qatar
9 months, 1 week 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?
9 months, 1 week 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 …

India TV Sports Wrap on June 10: Today's top 10 trending news stories
9 months, 1 week ago

India TV Sports Wrap on June 10: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Team India beat Pakistan by six runs in a low-scoring thriller in New York on Sunday, June 9 to make it 7-1 in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Top 10 Trending Sports Stories India beat Pakistan to leave their arch-rivals gasping for breath in T20 World Cup 2024 Team India prevailed in a low-scoring thriller against Pakistan in New …

The joy and the sadness of Chhetri
9 months, 1 week 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, …

Qatar vs India: Gurpreet Sandhu named captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier
9 months, 1 week ago

Qatar vs India: Gurpreet Sandhu named captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier

The Hindu  

Bengaluru FC goalkeeper and one of the veterans of the Indian football team, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, was named the captain after Sunil Chhetri’s retirement, for the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Qatar on June 11. The FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2 match will be played at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium …

After Sunil Chhetri's retirement, India announce new captain for crucial WC qualifier clash against Qatar
9 months, 1 week 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
9 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
9 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 Gets Guard Of Honour From India Teammates In Farewell Match; Parents, Wife, Break Down In Tears
9 months, 2 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, 2 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. …

India held to goalless draw in Chhetri’s farewell match
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India held to goalless draw in Chhetri’s farewell match

Hindustan Times  

There was no victorious sendoff, nor any rousing goal to gild a glittering career. Anwar Ali failing to keep a free header on target in the 12th minute off an Anirudh Thapa corner-kick was the only definite chance to come India’s way in a chaotic first half where Kuwait kept dispossessing the hosts in the midfield. Four minutes later, Thapa …

WORLD CUP QUALIFIER | Heartbreak for India and Chhetri as they fail to surmount the Kuwait challenge
9 months, 2 weeks ago

WORLD CUP QUALIFIER | Heartbreak for India and Chhetri as they fail to surmount the Kuwait challenge

The Hindu  

India suffered a big blow in its bid to realise a third round spot as it played out a goalless draw against Kuwait in a fifth round Group A league match in round two of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, at the Salt Lake Stadium, here on Thursday. Indian head coach Igor Stimac employed a youthful attacking midfield employing …

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

Sunil Chhetri Last Match FIFA Bids Farewell To India Legend Salt Lake Stadium Kolkata
9 months, 2 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 …

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: SUNIL CHETTRI'S INTERNATIONAL CAREER ENDS WITH A 0-0 DRAW
9 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 …

Sunil Chhetri labelled as ‘a legend’ in staggering tribute by Luka Modric ahead of India vs Kuwait retirement match
9 months, 2 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 …

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