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Chhetri’s love affair with goals continues as BFC demolish MBSG- Talking points

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Sunil Chhetri headlined the Bengaluru FC win over Mohun Bagan SG as he became the highest-ever goal scorer in the history of the Indian Super League. Chhetri scored a penalty in the 51st minute to create the history passing Bart Ogbeche with 63 goals in the process. Edgar Mendez and Suresh Wangjam were the other scores as Bengaluru won 3-0 to continue their winning run and marched to the top of the points table edging Punjab FC on the goal difference. Here are the major talking points from the game: #5 Historic night for Sunil Chhetri at home Sunil Chhetri added another milestone to his name as he became the highest-ever goal scorer in the history of the Indian Super Legaue. His penalty in the 51st minute meant that he crossed Bart Ogbeche who has scored 63 goals in 98 games. Coming with 61 goals in the season, Chhetri needed three goals to get to the record. He scored two against Hyderabad FC in the last game equalizing the record. With 11 assists to his …

Chhetri’s still ‘GOAT’ it, Hyderabad’s rookies battle on- Talking points

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Bengaluru FC kept their winning momentum in the ISL alive by defeating Hyderabad FC at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Thursday. The team scored a total of three goals in the match, with Rahul Bheke netting the first, followed by two from Captain Sunil Chhetri, who equaled another record with his performance. With this victory, Bengaluru FC moved to the top of the table. Chhetri’s still got it Sunil Chhetri netted two goals in the second half, tying Bartholomew Ogbeche’s record as the all-time leading scorer with 63 goals. Chhetri nearly broke the record earlier when his shot from inside the box beat goalkeeper Arshdeep, but the referee ruled a foul by Mendez on the Hyderabad keeper. Chhetri scored his first goal just five minutes before injury time when Naorem Roshan Singh’s run into the box earned a penalty, which Chhetri calmly converted to make it 2-0. He added a second goal in stoppage time with a diving header, connecting with a cross from Edgar Mendez in the final moments of the match. After his …

"Icon, hero, legend…": Ranveer Singh on Sunil Chhetri`s retirement

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Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri, renowned for his remarkable contributions to the sport, declared his retirement from international football, stirring a range of emotions among sports enthusiasts on Thursday. Chhetri, the record-breaking top scorer for the Indian national team, disclosed his decision via a video message shared on his Instagram, setting his retirement date post the second round of World Cup qualifiers against Kuwait on June 6, 2024.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Sunil Chhetri (@chetri_sunil11) The announcement sparked an outpouring of sentiments from various celebrities. Bollywood star Ranveer Singh expressed his admiration for Chhetri`s influence. In a touching comment beneath the retirement announcement video, Singh termed the moment as “bittersweet,” acknowledging Chhetri`s legacy and the joy he brought to countless fans. “ICON. HERO. LEGEND. Thank you for bringing us so much joy and glory, Captain. Love you forever!” Ranveer`s heartfelt words echoed the sentiments of many who`ve been inspired by Chhetri`s remarkable career. Other …

Virat Kohli Reveals Sunil Chhetri’s Message Before Public Announcement Of International Retirement

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India’s batting maestro Virat Kohli revealed that ace India footballer Sunil Chhetri messaged him before announcing his decision to retire from international football. A player who redefined the standards of Indian football, Chhetri emerged as an inspiration not only for his nation but also in the international circuit. Taking to his social media handle on Thursday, the footballing icon said he would don the national jersey one last time in an international fixture against Kuwait on June 6. The third-highest active international goal scorer will receive one last opportunity to play in front of his adoring home fans at the Salt Lake Stadium before he brings the curtains down on a 19-year-long career. In a career that spanned over 19 years, the Arjuna Award winner has 94 goals in 150 matches on the international stage. The most-capped Indian footballer is the third-highest goal-scorer on the global stage with icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi ahead of him. In an interview on the RCB Insider Show, Kohli praised Chhetri’s modest nature and added that …

Virat Kohli Reacts On Sunil Chhetri’s Retirement Video; Comments “Proud”

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Indian star batter Virat Kohli made a heartwarming comment on Sunil Chhetri’s retirement video tagged him as “Brother“. The entire sports community was shocked right after Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri announced his retirement after an illustrious 19-year international career. Chhetri announced his retirement on his official social media accounts with a 10-minute video recalling his football career. The video went viral in a fraction of a second and many sports personalities reacted to his sudden shocking decision. Virat Kohli who shares a friendly bond with the Indian footballer came forward and reacted to the video post on his official Instagram handle. Virat Kohli expressed his gratitude by commenting “My Brother, PROUD” on the footballer’s Instagram video. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also posted a tribute tweet by hailing the 39-year-old as an icon not only for football but also for sports as a whole. “Your career has been nothing short of extraordinary and you have been a phenomenal icon for Indian football and Indian sports. Go well, Captain! #TeamIndia,” BCCI posted …

“Great Loss For Indian Football”: Bhaichung Bhutia’s Emotional Take On Sunil Chhetri’s Retirement

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Batting maestro Virat Kohli, 2011 World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh and former star footballer Bhaichung Bhutia were among the leading sports personalities who lauded Sunil Chhetri’s achievements after the iconic India striker on Thursday announced his decision to retire from international football. Chhetri, the long-serving national team captain announced his decision to call it a day after the FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait in Kolkata on June 6. Commenting on Chhetri’s video post on Instagram, Kohli wrote for his good friend: “My brother. Proud.” Yuvrai called him a legend, saying the legacy of the 39-year-old veteran of 150 national appearances will remain for a very long time. “A real legend of the game who took Indian football onto the global stage. Your passion has inspired a generation to take up the game… your legacy in Indian sports will be remembered forever…you can look back with pride as you get set for your final game, thank you legend,” wrote Yuvraj in an Instagram story. Chhetri, who made his international debut in 2005, …

Virat Kohli’s Comment On Sunil Chhetri’s Retirement Video Cannot Be Missed

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As soon as the Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri announced his retirement after an illustrious 19-year international career, many big names in the world of sports came out to honour and celebrate the face of Indian football. Chhetri announced his retirement on his official social media accounts with a 10-minute video, reminiscing the first time he was called up to represent the national side and about his decision to call time on his career. The Indian football legend, a player who redefined the standards of Indian football, emerged as an inspiration not only for his nation but also in the international circuit, decided he would don the national jersey one last time in a match against Kuwait on June 6 while playing in front of the home fans at the Salt Lake Stadium, bringing the curtains down on a 19-year-long career. The Indian cricket legend and Chhetri’s friend, Virat Kohli, also commented on the footballer’s Instagram video, expressing his pride in his “brother”. He stated, “My Brother, PROUD.” The Board of …

Dino Morea on Sunil Chhetri’s retirement: Will miss watching him in Indian squad

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Bollywood actor Dino Morea joined thousands of those who wished footballer Sunil Chhetri, who announced his retirement on Thursday. The 48-year-old actor, who is a huge football fan, told us that he’d miss seeing Chhetri’s name on the Indian teamsheet, after June 6. “We will miss his excellent footballing skills, and surely will miss watching him in the Indian squad,” Morea said. Dino Morea has reacted to Sunil Chhetri’s retirement annoucement The actor also said that while it was “sad” to hear about Chhetri’s retirement, he understood the reasons behind it. “[It is] Sad to hear Sunil’s retiring, but then our body’s can only endure that much. He’s so instrumental in inspiring so many youngsters to join this beautiful game, and obviously won accolades for India,” he said. “Good luck to him for his new chapter,” Morea added. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! For the uninitiated, on Thursday, Chhetri posted a 10-minute long video on social media platforms, announcing that …

‘It feels amazing’, Lalrinzuala Lalbiaknia reflects on breaking Chhetri’s record

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Lalrinzuala Lalbiaknia, the 23-year-old player from Aizawl FC, etched his name in history by setting a new record for the highest number of goals scored by an Indian player in the I-League. This milestone surpasses the previous record held jointly by Sunil Chhetri, who scored 14 goals for Bengaluru FC in the 2013-14 season, and Mohammed Rafi, who achieved the same feat while playing for Mahindra United in the 2009-10 I-League. “I feel really good and feel proud after breaking the record”, said Lalrinzuala Lalbiaknia in an exclusive interview with The Bridge. “I really like Sunil Chhetri. He is one of my idols. In the Bengaluru FC days, I got the chance to train with him for once, but I was very shy. I don’t think he knows me personally,” Lalbiaknia talked about his encounter with Sunil Chhetri. Lalbiaknia recalled an encounter with his another idol, the Mizo Sniper. “During a friendly match against the Mizoram Professional team when I was 19 years old, I met Jeje. After the match, Jeje Lalpekhlua told me that …

World Cup Qualifier: Afghanistan Shock India in Sunil Chhetri’s 150th International Match

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Lower-ranked Afghanistan shocked India 2-1 as the home team suffered one of its most embarrassing defeat in recent years despite talisman Sunil Chhetri‘s 94th international goal in his 150th match, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers on Tuesday. In his landmark game, Chhetri did what was expected of him and found the back of the net from the spot in the 37th minute after Haroon Amiri handled the ball inside the box in India’s home leg match in the second round of the joint qualifiers for the World Cup and 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Attacking on the counter with three strikers upfront, Afghanistan equalized as Rahmat Akbari restored parity in the 71st minute after he shot from outside the box and the ball went through the legs of Rahul Bheke after a deflection to make it 1-1. Disaster struck the Indians when a charging Gurpreet Singh was shown a yellow card and Sharif Mukhammad converted the resultant penalty (88′) to give his team a 2-1 lead with just two minutes left in regulation time. …