Sunil Chhetri is an Indian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for both the Indian national team and Bengaluru FC in the Indian Super League. He is widely considered one of the greatest footballers to have come out of India and has been instrumental in the development of the sport in the country. Over the years, Chhetri has played many memorable matches that have earned him accolades and admiration from fans across the world. In this article, we will take a look at five fabulous matches of Sunil Chhetri till now.
Personal Information:
| Name | Sunil Chhetri |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 3, 1984 |
| Place of Birth | Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) |
| Weight | 64 kg (141 lb) |
| Position | Forward |
| Current Team | Bengaluru FC |
| International Career | 2005-present |
| Caps | 119 |
| Goals | 74 |
| Awards | Padma Shri (2019), AIFF Player of the Year (5 times) |
International Career:
| Year | Team | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | India U20 | 4 | 1 |
| 2005- | India | 119 | 74 |
| 2008 | Kansas City Wizards (Loan) | 4 | 0 |
| 2010 | East Bengal FC | 12 | 14 |
| 2013 | Sporting Lisbon B | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 | Churchill Brothers | 5 | 3 |
| 2013- | Bengaluru FC | 222 | 132 |
| 2017 | Mumbai City FC (Loan) | 15 | 7 |
India vs. Kyrgyzstan, 2019
In this match, Chhetri led the Indian national team to a 2-1 victory against Kyrgyzstan in the AFC Asian Cup 2019. He scored a brilliant brace, including a stunning goal from outside the box, to help India secure their spot in the knockout stage of the tournament. Chhetri’s performance in this match was hailed by fans and experts alike, with many calling it one of his best ever.
India vs. Kenya, 2018
Chhetri played a pivotal role in India’s 3-0 victory against Kenya in an international friendly match in 2018. He scored two goals in the match, including a sensational free-kick, to help India register a comfortable win. Chhetri’s goals in this match took him past Lionel Messi in the list of active international goal scorers, cementing his status as one of the best footballers in the world.
Bengaluru FC vs. Johor Darul Ta’zim, 2016
In this match, Chhetri played a key role in Bengaluru FC’s historic win over Johor Darul Ta’zim in the semifinals of the AFC Cup 2016. He scored a crucial away goal in the first leg of the tie, before setting up the winner in the second leg to help Bengaluru FC become the first Indian club to reach the final of the tournament. Chhetri’s heroics in this match inspired a generation of Indian footballers and fans.
India vs. Myanmar, 2017
Chhetri scored a brilliant hat-trick in this match to help India secure a 4-1 victory against Myanmar in the AFC Asian Cup 2019 qualifiers. He scored two goals in the first half, before completing his hat-trick with a superb finish in the second half. Chhetri’s performance in this match earned him widespread praise and admiration from fans and experts alike.
Bengaluru FC vs. Mohun Bagan, 2014
In this match, Chhetri led Bengaluru FC to a memorable 2-1 victory against Mohun Bagan in the final of the Federation Cup 2014. He scored the opener for his team in the first half, before setting up the winner in the second half to help Bengaluru FC lift their first major trophy in their debut season. Chhetri’s performance in this match showcased his leadership and goal-scoring abilities and earned him the Man of the Match award.
Know why every match was memorable for fans and Sunil Chhetri:
- India vs. Kyrgyzstan, 2019: Chhetri scored a brace, including a stunning goal from outside the box, to help India secure their spot in the knockout stage of the AFC Asian Cup 2019. This match was important for Chhetri because it showcased his skills and leadership abilities on the international stage, and helped India achieve a historic win in a major tournament.
- India vs. Kenya, 2018: Chhetri scored two goals, including a sensational free-kick, to help India register a comfortable 3-0 victory against Kenya in an international friendly match. This match was important for Chhetri because it took him past Lionel Messi in the list of active international goal scorers, cementing his status as one of the best footballers in the world.
- Bengaluru FC vs. Johor Darul Ta’zim, 2016: Chhetri scored a crucial away goal in the first leg of the AFC Cup 2016 semifinal tie, before setting up the winner in the second leg to help Bengaluru FC become the first Indian club to reach the final of the tournament. This match was important for Chhetri because it showcased his ability to perform under pressure and inspire his team to achieve historic feats.
- India vs. Myanmar, 2017: Chhetri scored a hat-trick to help India secure a 4-1 victory against Myanmar in the AFC Asian Cup 2019 qualifiers. This match was important for Chhetri because it demonstrated his goal-scoring prowess and helped India secure an important win in their quest to qualify for the tournament.
- Bengaluru FC vs. Mohun Bagan, 2014: Chhetri scored the opener and set up the winner to help Bengaluru FC lift their first major trophy, the Federation Cup, in their debut season. This match was important for Chhetri because it showcased his leadership and goal-scoring abilities, and helped establish him as one of the most important players in Indian football.
