Sunil Chhetri To Hang Up Boots: Last International Match Set For June 6
Sunil Chhetri : In a momentous announcement that reverberated across the footballing world, Sunil Chhetri, India's footballing maestro, declared his retirement from international football. The upcoming FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash against Kuwait on June 6 will mark the swansong of a career that epitomises grit, skill, and unwavering dedication.
Embarking on a Journey of Excellence
Chhetri's odyssey in football commenced in 2002 when he graced the hallowed turf with Mohun Bagan. His prodigious talent swiftly propelled him onto the global stage, venturing across continents with spells at the USA's Kansas City Wizards (2010) and Portugal's Sporting CP reserves (2012).
Returning to home soil, he adorned the jerseys of eminent clubs like East Bengal, Dempo, Mumbai City FC, and currently, Bengaluru FC. It's with Bengaluru that Chhetri truly flourished, clinching an array of prestigious titles including the I-League (2014, 2016), ISL (2019), and Super Cup (2018), while steering them to the AFC Cup final in 2016.
Embarking on a Journey of Excellence
Chhetri's odyssey in football commenced in 2002 when he graced the hallowed turf with Mohun Bagan. His prodigious talent swiftly propelled him onto the global stage, venturing across continents with spells at the USA's Kansas City Wizards (2010) and Portugal's Sporting CP reserves (2012).
Returning to home soil, he adorned the jerseys of eminent clubs like East Bengal, Dempo, Mumbai City FC, and currently, Bengaluru FC. It's with Bengaluru that Chhetri truly flourished, clinching an array of prestigious titles including the I-League (2014, 2016), ISL (2019), and Super Cup (2018), while steering them to the AFC Cup final in 2016.
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