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Jamshedpur FC pulling out of ISL a punch in the gut: Sunil Chhetri

August 2, 2026 admin

Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri has expressed his anguish over Indian Super League side Jamshedpur FC’s decision to pull out of the upcoming season, describing the development as “a punch in the gut” and urging the club’s management to reconsider. Jamshedpur FC, winners of the ISL Winners’ Shield in the 2021-22 season, had announced their…

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Yearender: Indian Legend Sunil Chhetri Bows Out To International Football After Iconic Career

January 1, 2025 admin

The torchbearer of Indian football, Sunil Chhetri, announced his retirement in 2024, bidding farewell to a career that spanned over two decades. From a humble boy with dreams of representing India to becoming the country’s all-time highest scorer and one of its most revered football icons, Chhetri’s all-inclusive success is truly remarkable. Chhetri…

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Indian Football In 2024: A Disastrous Year Of Heartbreaks And Controversies

December 16, 2024 admin

Eleven matches. Six defeats and five draws. Four goals scored and 15 conceded. As far as results are concerned, 2024 was arguably the worst year ever for the Indian men’s football team. It was a year that started with hopes of a strong campaign at the AFC Asian Cup. However, with some disastrous…

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“Making Runs And Not Making Runs Is…”: Sunil Chhetri’s Ultimate Praise Amid Virat Kohli’s Lean Patch

December 8, 2024 admin

Former India footballer Sunil Chhetri showered praise on talisman cricketer Virat Kohli and said that he’s genuinely a nice guy and can crack anyone up. Chhetri and Kohli have a special and endearing relationship. Being two of the most prominent athletes in India, they have bonded by their extraordinary levels of fitness and…

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Sunil Chhetri Creates History, Becomes Oldest Hat-Trick Scorer In ISL In Bengaluru’s Win

December 7, 2024 admin

The legendary Chhetri etched his name in the Indian Super League (ISL) record books on Saturday, becoming the oldest player to score a hat-trick in the league’s history as he powered Bengaluru FC to a commanding 4-2 victory over Kerala Blasters. At 40 years and 126 days, Chhetri became the oldest hat-trick scorer…

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Sunil Chhetri Rolls Back The Years, Scores Brace To Send Bengaluru FC Top Of ISL

November 28, 2024 admin

Bengaluru FC left it late to edge past Mohammedan SC 2-1 at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 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…

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Indian Football Eyes Post-Sunil Chhetri Era Under New Coach Manolo Marquez

September 2, 2024 admin

Seeking to put the heartbreak in the World Cup Qualifiers behind, the Indian men’s football team will look to start from scratch under new head coach Manolo Márquez when it faces Mauritius in the Intercontinental Cup opener here on Tuesday. The Indian senior men’s team is coming to the Telangana capital for the…

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“Go Abroad, ISL Is Too Comfortable”: New Head Coach Manolo Marquez’s Advice To Indian Footballers

August 11, 2024 admin

The Indian men’s football team aims to kickstart a new era as Spanish coach Manolo Marquez takes over as the head coach of the nation. Interestingly, Manolo will also continue to coach club side FC Goa alongside his national team role. However, just days into his new role, Manolo has made it clear…

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‘Sunil Chhetri Was Not Made In A Day’: Ex-Skipper Subrata Paul On Future Of Indian Football

June 24, 2024 admin

File photo of Sunil Chhetri© AFP It has been a turbulent period for Indian football with Sunil Chhetri hanging his boots from international football and the dismissal of national team coach Igor Stimac resulting in a massive controversy. Chhetri retired from international football following the match against Kuwait and in the very next…

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Sacked India Coach Igor Stimac Lashes Out At AIFF, Calls Indian Football ‘Imprisoned’

June 21, 2024 admin

Igor Stimac, the former head coach of the Indian football team, has called Indian football “imprisoned” in a scathing attack after his sacking. Stimac was sacked after India failed to qualify for the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Now, in a virtual press conference, Stimac has gone all out,…

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