The renowned Indian football team captain, Sunil Chhetri, has retired from playing for his country. On June 6th, he will play his farewell match—a World Cup qualifier against Kuwait. India is now placing second after Qatar in their qualifying group, showing excellent performance. Kuwait, on the other hand, is in fourth place but has had less success overall. Chhetri’s choice to retire is noteworthy given his status as a sports star. He is now ranked third among active players globally regarding goals scored for his nation, only behind superstars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. But Indian Football Was not Famous That is why Sunil Chhetri did not become more famous  Here are some details about Sunil Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri Biography

Sunil Chhetri, born on August 3, 1984, is not just a footballer, he’s an inspiration for a generation of Indian athletes. Here’s a glimpse into his remarkable journey

Early Life and Football Roots of Sunil Chhetri

• Born in Secunderabad, India, football was ingrained in his family.
• His father played for the Indian Army football team, while his mother was a former Nepali international player.
• Growing up as an army kid, Chhetri’s passion for football remained constant despite frequent school changes.
• Sunil Chhetri got Married in 2017 his wife’s name is Sonam Bhattacharya  Sonam is the daughter of the iconic footballer Subrata Bhattacharya, who was a member of the football team Mohun Bagan

Professional Career of Sunil Chhetri

• Despite initially choosing to enter college via football, Chhetri’s talent was evident.
• He started his professional career as a player for several Indian teams, including East Bengal and Mohun Bagan.
• His career was rounded out with stints in Major League Soccer in the USA and the second level of Portugal.
• He currently serves as captain of Bengaluru FC, a well-known Indian team.

International Glory of Sunil Chhetri

Club Career

• Appearances: ~365 (Estimated based on reported total goals)
• Goals: 158
• Leagues Played:
  • India (Most Likely)
  • Portugal (Second Tier)
  • USA (Major League Soccer)
• Notable Clubs:
  • Mohun Bagan
  • East Bengal
  • Bengaluru FC (Current Club)
  • Dempo (I-League Champion 2009-10)
  • Churchill Brothers (I-League Champion 2012-13)
  • Sporting CP B (Portugal)
  • Sporting Kansas City (USA)

International Career

• Appearances: 150 (Most Capped Player for India)
• Goals: 94 (All-Time Top Scorer for India)
• Active Player Ranking: 3rd Highest Goalscorer (Only behind Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo)
• Captain: Captain of the Indian National Team
• International Achievements:
  • Nehru Cup Champion (2007, 2009, 2012)
  • SAFF Championship Champion (2011, 2015, 2021, 2023)
  • Intercontinental Cup Champion (2018, 2023)
  • Tri-Nations Cup Champion (2023)

National Awards

• Arjuna Award (2011)
• Padma Shri (2019)
• Khel Ratna Award (2021)

Sunil Chhetri got Married?

Sunil Chhetri got Married in 2017 his wife’s name is Sonam Bhattacharya  Sonam is the daughter of the iconic footballer Subrata Bhattacharya, who was a member of the football team Mohun Bagan