Sunil Chhetri among 13 forwards vying for the three spots in the all-time AFC Cup XI
4 years ago

Sunil Chhetri among 13 forwards vying for the three spots in the all-time AFC Cup XI

Hindustan Times  

Asian Football Confederation on Saturday shortlisted India football team skipper Sunil Chhetri among 13 strikers to be picked for the three positions in the all-time AFC Cup XI by fans. "Three places remain in our All-time AFC Cup XI, with some of Asian football's most iconic goal scorers to vie for a place in our fans' dream selection," the continental body said in a statement. "With a staggering 344 AFC Cup goals between them, we've selected the cream of the crop, including players hailing from Europe, Africa and South America, in our star-studded shortlist, now it's up to you to decide the final make-up of our ultimate team," it added. "An iconic figure of the modern Indian game, and a player whose 72 national team goals have given him an international profile, Sunil Chhetri has also regularly shown his ample quality on the continental club stage in the AFC Cup," AFC said on Chhetri.

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Bhaichung Bhutia criticises Manolo's decision to recall Chhetri to Indian team: 'Could have gambled on young strikers'
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Bhaichung Bhutia criticises Manolo's decision to recall Chhetri to Indian team: 'Could have gambled on young strikers'

Firstpost  

Bhaichung Bhutia disagreed with Indian football team coach Manolo Marquez’s decision to recall 40-year-old Sunil Chhetri to national team for Asian Cup qualifiers. Former Indian football team captain and legendary goals-scorer Bhaichung Bhutia has criticised head coach Manolo Marquez’s decision to for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers. More from Football Bhutia says 40-year-old Chhetri cannot be India’s solution Bhaichung …

India vs Bangladesh, AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier in photos
1 week, 1 day ago

India vs Bangladesh, AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier in photos

The Hindu  

Manolo Marquez’s stint in competitive international football as India coach started on an embarrassing note as Bangladesh, ranked 59 spots below the hosts, held his men to a goalless draw in their opening match of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Shillong on Tuesday. Photo: RITU RAJ KONWAR / The Hindu Shillong, Meghalaya: 25/03/2025: …

AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers: India held to frustrating goalless draw by Bangladesh
1 week, 2 days 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 …

India vs Maldives match highlights as Sunil Chhetri scores on international comeback: Watch
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2 weeks 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 fights back tears after scoring 95th career goal on emotional return to Indian team in Maldives friendly
2 weeks 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 …

IND vs MDV: Sunil Chhetri’s record against Maldives ahead of International Friendly
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Chhetri's return against Maldives confirmed by India coach; Manolo explains why 40-year striker is back with Blue Tigers
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Chhetri's return against Maldives confirmed by India coach; Manolo explains why 40-year striker is back with Blue Tigers

Firstpost  

Indian football team head coach Manolo Marquez has confirmed Sunil Chhetri will play at least a few minutes against Maldives on Wednesday. Indian football team coach Manolo Marquez refused to confirm whether Sunil Chhetri would start the match against Maldives, but the fans were assured that the 40-year-old talismanic striker would definitely play some minutes on his return to international …

Sunil Chhetri's love for Indian national team drives his return, sending a message to football clubs
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Sunil Chhetri will play vs Maldives: Marquez reveals main reason for legend's return
2 weeks, 2 days 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 starts training for Asian Cup qualifiers: Sunil Chhetri back; what is Manolo Marquez saying?
2 weeks, 5 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 …

India football great Chhetri comes out of retirement aged 40 for Asia Cup
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Chhetri comes out of retirement at 40 to help India in Asian Cup qualifying
3 weeks, 6 days 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, 6 days 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, 6 days 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 back from retirement, no Gurpreet Sandhu - Full India squad for matches against Maldives, Bangladesh
3 weeks, 6 days 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, 6 days 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, 6 days 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, 6 days 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, 6 days 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 …

Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri interview: Early identification of good players crucial for Indian football

Hindustan Times  

For India’s football standards to improve, it is important to find talented footballers at the age of six or so and get them to train in good academies with adequate facilities. Schools also have to play a role by increasing the number of weekly PE periods, said Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri. Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri Excerpts… India’s ranking …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Thank You, Sunil Chhetri: SUNIL CHETTRI'S INTERNATIONAL CAREER ENDS WITH A 0-0 DRAW
9 months, 4 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?
9 months, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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 …

When Sunil Chhetri beat Manchester United and played for same team as Cristiano Ronaldo
9 months, 4 weeks ago

When Sunil Chhetri beat Manchester United and played for same team as Cristiano Ronaldo

The Hindu  

Sunil Chhetri has been a name synonymous with Indian football over the years. In his prime, Chhetri set another record – becoming the first Indian to play in multiple continents, first with Kansas City Wizards and then with Sporting CP reserves. Premier League side Leeds United was the biggest name on the list, followed by Championship team Coventry City while …

Which opponent has Sunil Chhetri scored the most goals against?
9 months, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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 …

Golden boy Sunil: Salt Lake crowd unveils massive tifo for legend's final match
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Golden boy Sunil: Salt Lake crowd unveils massive tifo for legend's final match

India Today  

India captain Sunil Chhetri played his final international game at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday. The tifos praised Chhetri's commitment to India football and called him the golden boy. It is his last match in the Indian jersey, he will play his normal game, nothing much to worry," Sunil Chhetri's father said. Sunil Chhetri did not see …

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
10 months ago

Onus on other players to take up mantle after Sunil Chhetri retires: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

Hindustan Times  

India goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu on Friday said that other players will have to step up and take the national team forward after the retirement of talismanic captain and striker Sunil Chhetri. Sunil Chhetri and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu The team assembled in Kolkata for training ahead of its must-win World Cup qualifier against Kuwait at the Salt Lake Stadium on …

India announce squad for FIFA World Cup Qualifier vs Kuwait in Sunil Chhetri's farewell match
10 months, 1 week 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 …

Elite scoring company: Ronaldo, Messi and soon to retire Indian legend Sunil Chhetri
10 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

'Retiring As a Legend': FIFA Pays Tribute to India's Sunil Chhetri Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi
10 months, 2 weeks 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 retires: Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh recalls Chhetri’s debut, lauds dedication
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri retires: Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh recalls Chhetri’s debut, lauds dedication

The Hindu  

Former India captain Shanmugam Venkatesh paid rich tributes to Sunil Chhetri after he announced his international retirement on Thursday. “Sunil made his India team debut when I was the National team captain. “Sunil Chhetri’s biggest quality is his longevity and consistency as a playing member of the national team. Sunil possessed that professional acumen when he gradually positioned himself as …

FIFA's Tribute Post For Retiring Sunil Chhetri Features Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi; Viral Picture Wins Over Internet
10 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA's Tribute Post For Retiring Sunil Chhetri Features Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi; Viral Picture Wins Over Internet

ABP News  

FIFA's Viral Post For Sunil Chhetri: In the biggest news from the Indian sports arena on Thursday, Sunil Chhetri, India's most prolific goal-scoer at the international level, announced his decision to retire from international football. READ HERE | Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement: Top Achievements, Medals, Career Goals, Records Of 'Captain Fantastic' Chhetri revealed that India's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers …

Sunil Chhetri announces retirement; Best career moments of the Indian football legend in pictures
10 months, 2 weeks 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 Announces Retirement Top Achievements Medals Career Goals Records Net Worth Age Wife
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement Top Achievements Medals Career Goals Records Net Worth Age Wife

ABP News  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri, one of the most illustrious footballers in India's history, formally announced his retirement from international football on Thursday. Sunil Chhetri's final international appearance for India will be in the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Kuwait on Thursday at West Bengal's Salt Lake Stadium. Chhetri, the leading goalscorer in Indian football history, stands as …

Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait on June 6

The Hindu  

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri on Thursday announced his decision to retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6, bringing the curtains down on a glorious two-decade career. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV — Sunil Chhetri May 16, 2024 India are currently second in Group A with four points, behind leaders Qatar. "The match …

Sunil Chhetri Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sunil Chhetri Set To Retire From International Football After India vs Kuwait FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match

ABP News  

Sunil Chhetri Announces Retirement: Sunil Chhetri, the legendary Indian football player, has announced retirement from international football after an illustrious career. The veteran football player has decided that the forthcoming FIFA World Cup qualification game between India and Kuwait on June 6 at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata will mark his final appearance for the Indian national team. pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV …

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