Sunil Chhetri announces retirement from Indian football
The legend is preparing to play his last match in the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Kuwait on June 6
Published 16.05.24, 05:21 PM
Image courtesy: @chetri_sunil11/Instagram
Few have given more to
Indian football than Sunil Chhetri. The ace footballer has donned the Number 9
jersey with pride for the last 19 years. Today, Chhetri shared an emotional
video, announcing his retirement from Indian football.
The clip showed us a
candid side of the champion, who has captained India to numerous victories and
set new standards with his commitment, both on and off the field. He also remembered
his first game for the country, describing it as the greatest moment of his
career. From then, he went on to score 94 goals for India, and is currently the
third highest goal scorer, active at the international level, behind Cristiano
Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. The video sent a tizzy in the footballing world, with
Virat Kohli lauding his achievements too.
Thankfully, fans have
one last chance to watch him wield his magic. Chhetri will play his last match
for India on June 6, in the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Kuwait. The venue
will be none other than Salt Lake Stadium, where he spent much of his early
career. We hope to see the champ bow out on a high.
— Vedant Karia
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